The Youth of the Year program honors and celebrates the Grand Rapids communities most inspiring teens and their incredible journeys. Stories of outstanding leadership, service, academic excellence, and dedication to living a healthy lifestyle have made Youth of the Year Americas premier leadership and recognition program for teens. These amazing young people represent the voice … Continue reading

2020 was a year of tremendous insight. Racial and socio-economic disparities were magnified by an out-of-control pandemic. Despite the pandemic, the Metropolitan Kalamazoo Branch of the NAACP continued to work with local organizations to fight for equality and justice for all residents in the greater Kalamazoo area. Work continue to protect: Workers rights that ultimately … Continue reading