Voice and Justice: Michigan’s Deindustrializing Cities in the Global Order
Across Michigan, deindustrializing cities are exploring creative land uses and new forms of community engagement. Michigan is not alone: In various parts of the U.S. and the world, former industrial powerhouses are seeking new survival strategies, including urban agriculture. This search for new directions takes place amid challenges, including unemployment, population loss, vacant lots, food insecurity, home foreclosures and threats to climate and resources. For more information and the schedule of talks, click here