Investing at Home with Jerjuan Howard
11/28/23 • 58 min
This week Authentically Detroit welcomed Founder and Executive Director of Umoja Debate League, Jerjuan Howard!
Orlando spoke with Jerjuan about how the loss of his grandmother’s home led to the birth of Umoja Village. Born and raised on the Westside, Jerjuan’s close knit community and family roots created the foundation for his deep passion for community engagement and youth development.
Created in 2021, and using debate as a vehicle, the Umoja Debate League provides students with the opportunity to hone their self expression, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills.
For more information on the Umoja Debate League, click here.
Support Umoja Debate League for Giving Tuesday!
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This week Authentically Detroit welcomed Founder and Executive Director of Umoja Debate League, Jerjuan Howard!
Orlando spoke with Jerjuan about how the loss of his grandmother’s home led to the birth of Umoja Village. Born and raised on the Westside, Jerjuan’s close knit community and family roots created the foundation for his deep passion for community engagement and youth development.
Created in 2021, and using debate as a vehicle, the Umoja Debate League provides students with the opportunity to hone their self expression, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills.
For more information on the Umoja Debate League, click here.
Support Umoja Debate League for Giving Tuesday!
FOR HOT TAKES:
DETROIT HOMEOWNERS CAN GET HELP APPLYING FOR 2023 PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
OVERSIGHT LAW DIDN'T STOP SURVEILLANCE BOOM. ADVOCATES CALL FOR REFORMS
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