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Our Agenda for Change reflects the community's will. Our future work will target issues identified by metro Detroiters as critical to the future of every individual and family living or working in the region.

Educational PreparednessEducational Preparedness
Children and youth are prepared for life, work and post-secondary education.

Potential Outcomes:

  • Children enter school ready to learn
  • Children consistently read at grade level
  • Youth stay in school
  • Children and families have access to supportive services needed to be successful in school and life

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Economic StabilityFinancial Stability
Individuals and families of all ages can build assets to achieve their educational and financial goals.

Potential Outcomes:

  • Increase in financial literacy
  • Increase and maintain home ownership
  • Individuals and families of all ages have access to supportive services needed to move toward Financial Stability
  • Safe and vibrant neighborhoods

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Basic NeedsBasic Needs
Individuals and families of all ages are able to meet their needs and move toward self-sufficiency.

Potential Outcomes:

  • Individuals and families of all ages have access to necessary basic services
  • Individuals and families of all ages can successfully navigate through systems in order to receive services

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