Tag: Belonging

Social Responsibility

Creating an Inclusive Environment for All: Disability Pride Month

Disability Pride Month is celebrated in July to commemorate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. At the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit, we’re committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment in Metro Detroit where everyone can reach their full potential.
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July 10, 2024
Social Responsibility

Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
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September 7, 2023
Social Responsibility

Help Us Celebrate Welcoming Week 2023

Welcoming Week is a national initiative that recognizes New Americans and their contributions to our social fabric. It’s a time for immigrants and US-born citizens to learn about one another and unite as one community. We’re hosting a week of cultural immersion in your local Y!
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September 7, 2023
Healthy Living

Making the most of Summer with a free YMCA Guest Pass

Sample everything the Y has to offer this summer with a free guest pass!
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June 5, 2023
Social Responsibility / Volunteerism

Remembering Mick Lee, The “Spirit of Camp Nissokone”

Earlier this month, we celebrated the life and legacy of a beloved member of our Camp Nissokone family — Mick Lee. Mick served as our Property Manager at Camp Nissokone in Oscoda from 1993-2018, also helping to oversee the maintenance and facilities at Camp Ohiyesa for much of that time. Mick followed his father, Chuck,
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October 25, 2022
Social Responsibility

Detroit Hosted 1 of 8 Regional Emerging Multicultural Leadership Experiences

Earlier this month, we hosted one of 8 regional EMLE events in 2022! In collaboration with Greater Grand Rapids YMCA and Ann Arbor YMCA, we created an experience that allowed our network of staff to connect with peers, learn about mentorship, and learn more about our Y movement. This year’s tour shed light on the
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October 25, 2022
Social Responsibility

The Five Days of Diwali

Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists, notably Newar Buddhists. The festival usually lasts five days and is celebrated during the Hindu lunisolar month Kartika. This festival is a spiritual awakening in many South Indian cultures and marks the start of the
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October 24, 2022
Social Responsibility

Celebrate Welcoming Week

Join us September 12-17 for Welcoming Week! Welcoming week is a weeklong national celebration that elevates the contributions of immigrants and US born citizens to our countries social fabric. This time allows neighbors to connect, build mutual understanding, and celebrate cultural diversity. Celebrating Welcoming Week is important for the wellbeing of our communities that everyone
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September 8, 2022
Youth Development

Back to School BASH 2022

Celebrate summer with us as we welcome the new school year and have some fun with our friends and neighbors!
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August 3, 2022
Healthy Living / Social Responsibility / Youth Development

Summer Family Fun at the YMCA

We’re working hard to ensure that families can have fun all summer long at the Y. Here’s a list of everything that’s happening this summer at our YMCAs!
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July 1, 2022