Holland to Holland tour connects residents with Dutch heritage
Holland to Holland tour takes West Michigan residents to the Netherlands to explore local history, cultural ties, and community traditions.
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Tailored internship prepares student who is blind for social work
Disability Network West Michigan shapes internships to students’ needs, helping Miracle McCloud gain skills and confidence for a social work career.
Hope College, city of Holland collaborate on award-winning public tree database
Students and interns played a key role in mapping 15,000 trees across Holland and the Hope campus, expanding biodiversity, sustainability education, and canopy access.
Adaptive recreation opens West Michigan adventures to people with disabilities
West Michigan recreation groups are removing barriers through adaptive equipment, creative problem-solving, and partnerships that give people more ways to participate.
Allegan Area ESA educators honored for supporting student success
Three Allegan Area ESA award winners help students and families thrive through early intervention, school safety, and work-based learning opportunities.
Fresh vegetables connect West Michigan farms, volunteers and families
Kids’ Food Basket's Holland farm grows produce that volunteers help deliver to local pantries, expanding access to fresh, healthy food.
Designer aims to elevate quality of life through accessible housing plans
Disability Advocates and a West Michigan designer create housing plans for safe, independent living.
Alpena builds accessibility roadmap by listening first, improving public spaces for everyone
Alpena's accessibility assessment helps prioritize affordable improvements, showing small communities how resident input can guide inclusive planning and investment.
Partnerships help students with disabilities prepare for careers while building confidence and independence
Disability Network West Michigan partners with schools and colleges to remove barriers and help students progress toward employment and independent living.
Traverse City recognizes how accessibility can build tourism
Northern Michigan organizations partner to improve accessibility, helping more travelers enjoy Traverse City while building a more welcoming tourism destination.
