• Driving Detroit Forward: How Jeannine Gant is Shaping an Inclusive Future in Mobility

  • Sep 19 2024
  • Length: 49 mins
  • Podcast

Driving Detroit Forward: How Jeannine Gant is Shaping an Inclusive Future in Mobility

  • Summary

  • Jeannine Gant, Chief Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Officer at the Detroit Regional Partnership, joins Robert Wilson to discuss Detroit's transformation into a global hub for mobility, and emphasizes the city’s shift to become a leader in electric vehicles. Jeannine highlights the importance of inclusivity and addressing wealth disparities, particularly among marginalized communities. Leveraging a $52 million federal grant and strategic initiatives, Jeannine is working to ensure equitable access to emerging industries for historically excluded groups, positioning Detroit as a model for inclusive economic development. She also shares her personal journey and family’s legacy in racial equity work, advocating for the integration of diversity into Detroit’s future growth.

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