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About Our Program

Detroit CHEMpreneurIST exposes students through afterschool and summer programming to personal care chemistry and entrepreneurship. Our workshops teach students how to link different learned life skills to future opportunities and careers in STEEAM fields.

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Mission & Vision

MISSION

Our program offers students from all backgrounds an opportunity to be empowered, in an inclusive safe space, and excel in STEEAM experiences while collaborating about personal care chemistry and entrepreneurship.

VISION

To educate local youth in a holistic program to prepare and explore their passions while also diversifying and increasing the fields of science, technology, engineering, entrepreneurship, art, and mathematics. Our goal is to create opportunities for rural and urban resident owned small businesses to boost local economy.

Core Values

  1. Education: We are dedicated to providing high-quality, innovative educational experiences that ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and inspire a lifelong love of learning in students. Our programs are designed to empower young individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to succeed. We believe in the transformative power of education to shape futures, drive personal growth, and contribute to the betterment of our community.

  2. Integrity: We believe in conducting ourselves with honesty, transparency, and ethical principles in all aspects of our operations. Our commitment to integrity guides our interactions with students and the community, ensuring that we build trust and foster a positive and respectful environment. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and decisions, striving to act in the best interest of those we serve and to honor our promises and commitments. By embracing integrity, we aim to inspire our students and stakeholders to adhere to high moral standards and to contribute positively to our community.

  3. Community: We believe real change begins and grows within community. Our strength comes from the people, neighborhoods, and partnerships that make Detroit vibrant. We build bridges between youth, families, educators, and local businesses, creating spaces where collaboration, care, and shared purpose thrive. By working together, we transform individual creativity into collective impact, ensuring that every success strengthens the community that made it possible.

  4. Empathy: We lead with understanding, compassion, and respect for every story and perspective. Empathy is the foundation of how we teach, build relationships, and design programs that truly reflect the communities we serve. We listen deeply, valuing the experiences of our youth and the community to create spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. Through empathy, we cultivate connection, collaboration, and the kind of innovation that begins with care.

  5. Resilience: We believe growth comes from perseverance, reflection, and the courage to keep creating, no matter the challenge. Resilience means adapting, learning, and rebuilding stronger each time. We nurture this mindset, turning obstacles into opportunities for innovation. By embracing change with determination and optimism, we empower our community to rise, rebuild, and reimagine what’s possible for Detroit’s future.

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