Kalamazoo RESA's MyCITY program is designed to help students discover their career passions and make a real impact in their community. It includes interactive workshops, networking opportunities with local employers and professionals, and the development of real-world skills, such as communication and problem-solving.
With spring weather finally arriving in Kalamazoo, Kzoo Parks have announced the launch of spring programs for kids. The city's parks have a variety of programs to offer ranging from organized sports to esports, as well as opportunities for students to finish homework and receive tutoring
The Kalamazoo project is expected to take place from March to October, during which time Westnedge Avenue will be open southbound only, with a detour for northbound drivers via Burdick Street.
The Kalamazoo Historic Preservation Commission (KHPC) is accepting nominations for the 2024 Historic Preservation Awards of Merit. These awards will honor individuals and institutions who are dedicated to preserving historic buildings in the City of Kalamazoo.
National award-winning nonprofit news magazine Watershed Voice is seeking a journalist to fill its full-time staff writing vacancy. If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and five stories that best show your abilities at alek@watershedvoice.com.
As we reach the end of 2023, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the stories that had the biggest impact on our community this year. Let us take you through some of the highlights to illustrate why your financial support is crucial to this work.
“The goal of it is to bridge the gap by creating greater access for people of color,” said BlackWellness Network Founder Valarie Cunningham, referring to the gap she has discerned between the level of ongoing care provided to African-Americans vs. the experience of White patients.
With its new Behavioral Health Care and Access Center, Integrated Services of Kalamazoo builds a safety net for those with mental health issues.
Demand is high for mental health services across many agencies in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties, and many peer supporters are ground zero — serving communities that are marginalized, diverse, and in high need.
The demand for mental health providers has always outpaced supply. This has only gotten worse over the past few years.
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