Nuns and Nones: Conversation at intersection of contemporary religious, secular life
Submitted 04-11-2017 under OPINION
Local Dominican Sisters and Millennial Nones met in an inter-generational space which lead to conversations about how to sustain ourselves for decades in movements for social justice, how to stay connected with one another in a technological world that has potential for isolation, and so much more.
'The Rapidian to me is about learning and having a voice'
Submitted 04-11-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS
We asked a number of community members to answer a few questions on what community means to them, why The Rapidian matters and how it has impacted their organization and lives.
Meet Civic Investor Paola Mendivil: Champion of Grand Rapids, Latina community
Submitted 04-10-2017 under VOICES
Paola Mendivil is part of a local family business, an advocate for Latina women in the community and a champion of diversity. Learn more about her in this Civic Investor profile during our Spring Fund Drive.
Speaker from U.S. Institute of Peace discusses achieving peace in conflicted world
Submitted 04-10-2017 under NONPROFITS
The presentation on Thursday, April 13 is the first in a series of free, public talks on peace, co-presented by the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan and the Kent District Library.
'Dinosaur Fish' May Outlive Us All
Submitted 04-10-2017 under NONPROFITS
Lake sturgeon are members of a family of fish that has existed since the Upper Cretaceous period 136 million years ago. They can grow up to 7 feet long and weigh over 200 pounds, with a typical lifespan of 55 years for males and up to 100 years for females.
Meet Civic Investor Breannah Alexander: Advocate of racial equity, racial justice, storytelling
Submitted 04-10-2017 under VOICES
Breannah Alexander is Director of Strategic Programs at Partners for a Racism-Free Community. She has written dozens of pieces and supports a platform that allows all residents to tell their own stories.
Aquinas College and the need for more LGBTQIA inclusivity: Part two
Submitted 04-07-2017 under NEWS
Aquinas Alumnus: Brittany Devon and Tyler Clark, shared their reactions to the anti-LGBTQIA film and the need for a more inclusive campus for all.
In Grand Rapids, equity work is co-opted for influence
Submitted 04-07-2017 under OPINION
In this community, organizers fall victim to misconceptions of equity perpetuated by people who seek out power, influence and prestige.
Kent County Parks Foundation partners with She Rides Her Own Way to host retro beach party
Submitted 04-07-2017 under NONPROFITS
The Retro Beach Party at Millennium Park helps to expand and enhance Kent County parks.