Community Organizing

Organization Name:  ACCESS Growth
Organization Overview:  building business. cultivating community.
Language:  Arabic,Armenian,English
Cultures:  All,American,Arabic,Egyptian,Iraqi,Jordanian,Lebanese,Palestinian,Syrian,Yemeni
Street:  6451 Schaefer Rd
City/Township:  Dearborn
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48126
Country:  USA
Phone:  (313) 945-8139
Organization Overview:  The mission of the AFRP is to perpetuate and promote the rich, cultural Palestinian heritage of the Ramallah family and their descendants in the diaspora – estimated at approximately 40,000 in the U.S. – by providing programs that foster cultural and social interaction, as well as educational, humanitarian, civic and charitable opportunities. AFRP Goals To perpetuate and enhance the close ties that exist among all Ramallah people through the formulation of local clubs. To instill and nurture in the Ramallah Youth in the United States their ancestral language, culture and heritage. To orient the American public with Arab culture and heritage and to promote better understanding of the humanitarian aspirations of the Palestinians in particular and the Arabs in general. AFRP History In 1952, several young students who lived in the United States wanted to unite the Ramallah community in the diaspora. Their aim was to have people in the United States stay in touch with each other so that they could retain their cultural identity. They established Hathihe Ramallah Magazine with correspondences in each community so that they can keep abreast of the latest news. Within months of launching the magazine, members of the community began organizing clubs in cities where a large number of Ramallites resided. As they organized the committees they realized that in order for the committees to succeed they must put together by-laws that would guide the new entities. A decision was made to unite the community under one Federation with local clubs in each major community. On Sunday, September, 7, 1959, members of the community took the momentous decision to create a Federation and adopted interim by-laws and constitution. Today, there are 35,000 people from Ramalla living in the United States of America. They are concentrated in such major cities as San Francisco, San Jose, San Diego, Santa Rosa, and Los Angeles CA; Jacksonville, FL; Houston, TX; Detroit, MI; Chicago, IL; Washington, DC; Knoxville, TN; Lexington, KY; Greensboro, NC; Birmingham, AL; Cleveland, OH; Little Rock, AR; Buffalo and Hempstead, NY; Milwaukee, WI; and South Plainfield, NJ. In all these cities, chapters were formed making up the American Federation of Ramallah, Palestine. The Headquarters of the American Federation of Ramallah Palestine was and is located in Detroit, Michigan. In addition, the founders of the Federation resolved to have the Federation be non-profit entity with an elected executive committee. The purpose of the Federation was to organize the Ramallah communities in the United States; to use the united resources and its position as a national organization to lead and guide the people of Ramallah; to raise funds for charitable purposes which are of general welfare to the Ramallah people, and to establish better ties and understanding between the Ramallah communities in the U.S.A. and in Ramallah.
Language:  Arabic,English
Cultures:  Palestinian
Street:   27484 Ann Arbor Trail
City/Township:  Westland
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48185
Country:  USA
Phone:  (734) 425-1600
Fax No:  (734) 425-3985
Organization Overview:  ACC’s (Arab American and Chaldean Council) Behavioral Health Division is a comprehensive community-based, outpatient program, accredited by the Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission (CARF) since 1992 and committed to the prevention and treatment of psychological and social problems in the Arab-American, Chaldean, and mainstream community. The mission of the Behavioral Health Program, which was reaccredited by CARF in 2013, is to improve the quality of life of those individuals who seek its assistance. ACC helps consumers develop their inner potential and empowers them to become valuable and productive members of the community. ACC is committed to providing comprehensive, culturally sensitive and competent outpatient behavioral health services that are cost effective, consumer-driven and represent the highest standards of the profession. ACC’s five conveniently located outpatient clinics in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties offer quality behavioral health services. Services include: Ø Psychiatric Assessment and Consultation Ø Psycho-social Assessment Ø Psychological Testing and Evaluation Ø Psychopharmacological Treatment / Medication Review Ø Case Management Ø Individual, Marital and Family Counseling Ø Crisis Intervention Ø Adult Foster Care Home Placement and Monitoring Ø Grief Counseling Ø Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Ø Community Outreach Ø Education and Advocacy Ø Cultural Competency and Sensitivity Training Ø Co-Occurring Treatment for Dually-Diagnosed patients Ø Vocational Rehabilitation Services Ø Home-Based Infant Mental Health
Language:  Arabic,English
Cultures:  All,American,Arabic,Chaldean,Iraqi,Jordanian
Street:  13840 W. Warren
City/Township:  Dearborn
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48126
Country:  USA
Phone:   (313) 581-7287
Fax No:  (313) 581-7318
Organization Overview:  ACC’s (Arab American and Chaldean Council) Behavioral Health Division is a comprehensive community-based, outpatient program, accredited by the Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission (CARF) since 1992 and committed to the prevention and treatment of psychological and social problems in the Arab-American, Chaldean, and mainstream community. The mission of the Behavioral Health Program, which was reaccredited by CARF in 2013, is to improve the quality of life of those individuals who seek its assistance. ACC helps consumers develop their inner potential and empowers them to become valuable and productive members of the community. ACC is committed to providing comprehensive, culturally sensitive and competent outpatient behavioral health services that are cost effective, consumer-driven and represent the highest standards of the profession. ACC’s five conveniently located outpatient clinics in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties offer quality behavioral health services. Services include: Ø Psychiatric Assessment and Consultation Ø Psycho-social Assessment Ø Psychological Testing and Evaluation Ø Psychopharmacological Treatment / Medication Review Ø Case Management Ø Individual, Marital and Family Counseling Ø Crisis Intervention Ø Adult Foster Care Home Placement and Monitoring Ø Grief Counseling Ø Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Ø Community Outreach Ø Education and Advocacy Ø Cultural Competency and Sensitivity Training Ø Co-Occurring Treatment for Dually-Diagnosed patients Ø Vocational Rehabilitation Services Ø Home-Based Infant Mental Health
Language:  Arabic,Assyrian,Chaldean,English
Cultures:  All,American,Arabic,Assyrian,Chaldean,Egyptian,Iraqi,Jordanian
Street:  38219 Mound Road Suite 102
City/Township:  Sterling Heights
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48310
Country:  USA
Phone:  (586) 939-5016
Fax No:   (586) 939-5194
Organization Overview:  ACA is dedicated to the mission of advancing the social, political, economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. Their Goals are: Promote active participation of Chinese/Asian Pacific Americans in both civic and national matters; secure social justice, equal opportunity, and equal treatment of Asian Pacific Americans; Bridge the social, economic gaps amoung Asian Americans; Eliminate prejudices and stereotypes of Asian Pacific Americans; Promote the cultural heritage of Chinese and all APA; Promote the coalition building between Asians and mainstream organizations; serve the community through education and service regardless of race, creed, and ethnicities; maintain effective communication with ACA members and the community at large.
Language:  Mandarin Chinese,English
Cultures:  Chinese
Street:  4750 Woodward Avenue, Ste. 211
City/Township:  Detroit
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48201
Country:  USA
Phone:  (313) 831-1790
Organization Name:  Bharatiya Temple
Organization Overview:  Bharatiya Temple is a Hindu religious institution which welcomes people from any faith or belief and all walks of life and does not discriminate based on gender, race, nationality, age or sexual orientation. Mission of SEVA is to serve first as a contact to coordinate the help in family issues and situations for the Temple members and non-members. By referring to local area’s professional agencies, the committee pledges to assist those in need by providing confidential referral services. Apart from family situations, we also offer referral assistance for basic healthcare to uninsured families and arrange to offer Hindu prayers for patients. In addition, bereavement support for the loss of loved ones, holding awareness seminars and active support for community wide projects is also provided. Offers: 1) Referral service (Or Basic Health Care for Unemployed/Uninsured) 2) Active Community Service 3). Support families in difficult situations 4). Arrange Awareness sessions and seminars 5). Visitation and Offering Hindu Prayers
Language:  English,Hindi,Other Language
Cultures:  All,Asian,Indian
Street:  6850 Adams Road
City/Township:  Troy
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48098
Country:  USA
Phone:  (248) 879-2552
Fax No:  (248) 879-2094
Organization Name:  Common Word Alliance
Organization Overview:  Clergies' Interfaith Organization of Hamtramck and surrounding Detroit
Language:  English
Cultures:  All,Arabic,Bangaladeshi,Bosnian,Multicultural,Polish,Yemeni
City/Township:  Hamtramck
State:   MI
Zip Code:  48212
Country:  USA
Phone:  (313) 999-5483
Organization Overview:  CAPA unites Asian Pacific Americans and the community at large through culture, education, and community service. CAPA welcomes all people who embrace its purpose to join as members and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, or sex.
Language:  English
Cultures:  All,Asian,Pacific Islander,South Pacific
Street:  1654 Woodgate Drive
City/Township:  Troy
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48083
Country:  USA
Phone:  248-854-7446
Email:  bob@capa-mi.org
Organization Overview:  The Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation’s mission is to make a difference by creating life changing opportunities for youth and their families. We are committed to meeting the needs of our community by providing quality, innovative and culturally appropriate programs and services, primarily in the Southwest Detroit community.
Language:  English,Spanish
Cultures:  All
Street:  1211 Trumbull
City/Township:  Detroit
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48216
Country:  USA
Phone:  (313) 967-4880
Fax No:  (313) 967-4884
Organization Name:  Financial Opportunity Corps
Organization Overview:  What We Do Points of Light – the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service – mobilizes millions of people to take action and change the world. To bring the power of people where it’s needed most, we Inspire more people to become volunteers Increase the impact of volunteer service Equip volunteers to solve specific problems Create a culture that encourages volunteerism.
Language:  English
Cultures:  All,American,Multicultural
Street:  c/o Accounting Aid Society, 7700 Second Ave.
City/Township:  Detroit
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48202
Country:  USA
Phone:  (3130 556-1920, Ext 12113
Organization Name:  Global Lansing
Organization Overview:  The Global Lansing Initiative is the collaborative effort of groups Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), Prima Civitas Foundation, Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau, Michigan State University, DTN Management, Lansing Community College, Meridian Township, City of East Lansing, City of Lansing, Lansing Regional Sister Cities Commission and others, to utilize the valuable international resources and talent available in the greater Lansing area including international students, businesses and international relationships.
Language:  English
Cultures:  All
City/Township:  Lansing
State:  MI
Country:  USA
Organization Overview:  Creating Global Citizens at Home & Abroad Mission Statement To improve the well-being of disadvantaged people through design Description We do this by: Transforming college-aged youth into global, grassroots designers and agents of change Developing resilient people, impactful organizations, and united communities by design
Language:  English
Cultures:  Kenyan,South African
Street:  348 COWLEY AVE
City/Township:  East Lansing
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48823
Country:  USA
Phone:  517) 614-7325
Email:  pbrown@gyec.org
Organization Overview:  The goal of the Armenian Educational and Publishing Pan-national (Hamazkayin) Association is to increase the education of the Armenian people through the Armenian language and the Armenian spirit.” To achieve this objective, Hamazkayin would function in three directions: Tutor the new generations with a solid Armenian education, Enhance adult education, Develop Armenian studies.
Language:  Armenian,English
Cultures:  Armenian
Street:  c/o Armenian Community Center, 19300 Ford Rd.
City/Township:  Dearborn
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48128
Country:  USA
Organization Name:  Hamtramck United Social Services
Organization Overview:  Hamtramck United Social Services is a consortium of all the agencies that serve the 48212 zip code. This group has met monthly for the past 30 years, sharing information and coordinating services to reduce duplication and redundancy. For more information on the services that these agencies provide and their contact information, see the HUSS directory.
Language:  Bosnian,English,Polish,Ukrainian
Cultures:  African-American,All,American,Arabic,Bangaladeshi,Bengali,Bosnian,East European,Polish,Ukrainian,Yemeni
City/Township:  Hamtramck
State:  MI
Zip Code:  48212
Country:  USA
Organization Name:  Hispanic Coalition of Macomb
Organization Overview:  An organization connecting Hispanic communities to services.The Hispanic Coalition seeks to promote cultural integration to maximize the social, legal, educational, health and recreational services of Hispanics, and stimulate development that empowers individuals, families, and the community as a whole.| 
Language:  English,Spanish
Cultures:  Hispanic
State:  Michigan
Country:  USA
Phone:  (313) 444-7059

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