Building Local Power

Building Local Power brings you thought-provoking stories and new ideas for breaking the hold of corporate monopolies and expanding the power of communities to chart their own futures.

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Giving DC Its Flowers

Posted April 18, 2024

Born and raised in DC, Kehmari Norman established her flower shop to bridge culture and floristry. The visionary behind Blk Flower Market drew from...

New Generational Wealth in Detroit

Posted April 4, 202400:27:36

In the heart of Detroit, a movement is underway to rebuild democracy and economic power from the ground up. The Detroit Community Wealth Fund sits at...

It Takes an Avalon Village

Posted March 21, 202400:25:14

Mama Shu’s journey began with a profound commitment: healing her community. Despite the challenges faced by her hometown of Highland Park, Mama Shu...

Detroit Has No Time to Waste Food

Posted March 7, 202400:18:23

Reneé’s journey began with a simple idea: composting isn’t just about reducing waste — it’s about building communities. Reneé V. Wallace,...

Feeding Detroit

Posted February 21, 202400:30:55

Lanay Gilbert-Williams, born and raised in Detroit, experienced a childhood marked by both trauma and love, instilling in her a deep sense of community....