WELCOME TO THE MICHIGAN DEMOCRATIC PARTY BLACK CAUCUS
MDPBC Chair, Honorable Keith Williams
Serving The Black Community
"WE ARE A MOVEMENT. For more than 50 years the MDPBC has been the cornerstone of the Michigan Democratic Party, celebrating the enrichment of the lives of Black People. The MDPBC is your political and policy partner working tirelessly to make our Black communities in Michigan a better place to live, work and play, now and for future generations. Join our fight for democracy, today." ~ Keith Williams
MICHIGAN DEMOCRATIC PARTY BLACK CAUCUS PLATFORM & PRIORITIES
POLITICAL FAIRNESS, ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE & EQUITY IN OUR BLACK COMMUNTIES
Black voters are getting tired of politics as usual. We need real solutions to pressing problems like income inequality and violent crime, not meaningless posturing and policies designed solely to assuage white guilt.
SUPPORTING A HIGH QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL BLACKS LIVING IN MICHIGAN
" From education to entrepreneurial opportunity, from equity in housing and healthcare to equal treatment at the ballot box and at the bank, Black wealth creation must build upon the solid foundation that what’s good for our Black communities is ultimately good for the American economy, American society, and America at large." -Congressional Black Caucus
IMPROVING THE SKILLS OF OUR WORKFORCE THROUGH EDUCATION & SKILL TRADES
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS THROUGH ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS EDUCATION, LOANS & GRANTS
The movement towards having a better working environment made technical trades a more attractive field to work in. African Americans can now enjoy the many perks, good liveable wages, benefits, and privileges while working as skilled workers.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS THROUGH ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS EDUCATION, LOANS & GRANTS
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS THROUGH ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS EDUCATION, LOANS & GRANTS
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS THROUGH ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS EDUCATION, LOANS & GRANTS
Black Owned Businesses create inclusivity within the market and offer the opportunity to create new jobs within their communities and improve the relationships and future outcomes within the Black Community. This also promotes a more inclusive economy by closing the racial wealth gap and aims to increase the capital of the country.
ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS THROUGH ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS EDUCATION, LOANS & GRANTS
ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING
The stigma of mental health isn’t new to the Black community. Martin Luther King Jr. reportedly had severe depression during periods of his life and refused psychiatric treatment, even when urged to seek care by his staff. Unfortunately, that scenario continues to be common today, with African Americans not seeking mental health care because of stigma. We are working to reduce the stigma.
ACCESS TO ATTAINABLE & AFFORDABLE HOUSING
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUCCESS THROUGH ACCESSIBLE BUSINESS EDUCATION, LOANS & GRANTS
ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING