Black Law Students Association is a student organization at the Michigan State University located in East Lansing, MI
East Lansing, MI
Black Businesses & Organizations in Michigan
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Black Law Students Association MSU Chapter
Wayne Law Black Law Students Association
Black Law Students Association is a student organization at the Wayne State University located in Detroit, MI
Detroit, MI
Greater Detroit Realtist Association
Greater Detroit REALTIST® Association (GDRA) is a newer chapter of NAREB®. Our founders paved the way for GDRA to receive its charter in February, 2015 at the 67th Annual MidWinter Convention, in Tampa, Florida.
The Greater Detroit REALTIST® Association (GDRA) is a Trade Association whose mission is to build a supportive infrastructure to become a positive and dominate influence in the Michigan real estate market. We represent a unified voice for African Americans and other undeserved populations, brokers, agents, affiliates and the clients we serve. Our mantra is “Democracy in Housing!”
Detroit, MI
National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. Detroit Chapter
The Detroit Association of Professional Accountants was formed in 1969. The group recognized the need for a professional organization of minority accountants to address the problems encountered by those individuals seeking careers in public accounting, government and private industry. Currently, the Detroit Chapter has over 100 members. On June 19, 1972, the Detroit Association of Professional Accountants applied for membership in NABA. The Detroit Chapter received its charter shortly thereafter.
Today, NABA, Inc. - Detroit Chapter is one of the largest professional minority business organizations in the state of Michigan. Our primary goal is to encourage and increase the percentage of minorities to pursue academic studies and professional careers in accounting and finance. We are part of the Central Region Chapter of the NABA. The Central Region contains 14 chapters and Detroit is one of the largest chapters in the region, second to Chicago.
We offer a variety of educational and professional development programs for our student and professional members in the accounting and finance professions. From hosting CPE technical sessions and accounting awareness seminars to providing national and local scholarships to students, we team up with our corporate partners to provide our members with opportunities to develop and maintain rewarding careers in accounting and finance.
Detroit, MI
Davis-Dunnings Bar Association
The Davis-Dunnings Bar Association (DDBA) – formerly known as the Lansing Black Lawyers Association—was founded in 1981. The DDBA was formally incorporated in 1983. The DDBA is considered a special purpose bar association by the State Bar of Michigan. It was formed to provide support to African-American attorneys in Mid-Michigan by providing them networking and professional development opportunities. At the time the DDBA was formed, it was the only local bar association outside of Detroit formed to address the needs of African American attorneys.
It is the mission of the Davis-Dunnings Bar Association to foster the professional growth and development of its members; to promote public confidence in, respect for, and knowledge of the law and legal profession; to advance the causes of equal rights, equal opportunity, and equal treatment before the law; and to make significant contributions to the Greater Lansing Community.
Lansing, MI
Wolverine Bar Association
The Wolverine Bar Association is an active affiliate of the National Bar Association The Wolverine Bar Association was established by a number of African-American attorneys during the 1930’s. It was organized to coordinate the energies and talents of the increasing number of African- Americans admitted to practice throughout Michigan. From its inception, the Wolverine Bar Association assumed a leadership role in community and political activities. The role continues to be paramount in its endeavors today.
The mission of the Wolverine Bar Association is to be Detroit’s representative of the legal profession, serving the public and the profession by enhancing the legal system and promoting justice, professional excellence and respect for the law.
Detroit, MI
Black Women Lawyers Association of Michigan
The Black Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (BWLAM) was founded on July 28, 1992 and incorporated on March 25, 1993 out of necessity to promote reform in the law, to facilitate the administration of justice and to uphold the highest standard of integrity in the legal profession. BWLAM works to accomplish this goal by promoting programs that enhance civic education through law and promotion of scholarship and opportunity for black women at all levels of education.
BWLAM ventures to cultivate a spirit of acceptance, cordiality, fellowship and empowerment among members of the Bar and the community at large. BWLAM focuses on professional advancement, presence in civic and public offices of women lawyers and the cultivation of women’s rights. BWLAM is headquartered in Detroit, MI and is a nonprofit organization under the state laws of Michigan.
Royal Oak, MI
100 Black Men of Greater Detroit, Inc.
The 100 Black Men of Greater Detroit, Inc. is a group of concerned African American men whose goal is to improve the quality of life in the African American community through their collective resources, abilities and experiences.
Recognizing the need to develop strong, vital and self-supporting communities, the organization has committed to helping African American youth achieve success.
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for Detroit area youth by achieving success in education, health & wellness, economic empowerment, and leadership development through structured and purposeful mentoring.
Detroit, MI
Jack and Jill of America, North Oakland - Macomb Chapter
Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, is a membership organization of mothers with children ages 2 – 19, dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders by strengthening children through leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving and civic duty.
North Oakland/Macomb is an illustrious chapter with the principles of strong families, greatness, and excellent programming all while building on our strong foundation.
The North Oakland/Macomb Chapter was chartered on October 10, 1998.
Pontiac, MI
Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Great Lakes Bay Region Chapter
Jack and Jill of America, Inc., is a membership organization of mothers with children ages 2 – 19, dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders by strengthening children through leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving and civic duty.
Midland, MI
Latest Black People
Carmen Peterson
Peterson Legacy Planning is a virtual, Boutique law firm specializing in creating tailor-made estate plans for families with minor children, including all areas of special needs planning. Parents often worry about how their children will be provided for in their absence, Peterson Legacy Planning will help you design an estate plan to leave a legacy of love and protect your family for generations.
Southfield, MI
Bonita Coe
Currently doing telemedicine medical consultations. Dr. Coe is a practicing internist/primary care physician experienced with taking care of adult patients in the outpatient, nursing home and hospital settings.
She has practiced in private practice and group practice settings, including academic practices teaching medical students and residents. She has also served on a medical school admission committee as well.
She has spent her career seeing patients in the specialty of Internal Medicine for over 20 years and has worked in academic settings teaching medical students and medical residents with direct patient care in clinical medical school faculty positions.
She has done numerous speaking engagements (in person, radio, and webinars) for laypersons, colleagues and corporate audiences over the course of her career about various topics, including informing audiences about preventive health, chronic disease management and most recently, COVID-19.
She has written many health and wellness articles in print and online for public-facing professionals, in community and hospital platforms.
She received a BA in Human Biology from Stanford University, a medical degree from the Howard University College of Medicine and an MBA from Baldwin Wallace College in Ohio.
Bowie, MD