Washtenaw United: 02/01/21
WEMU has partnered with the United Way of Washtenaw County to explore the people, organizations, and institutions creating opportunity and equity in our area. And, as part of this ongoing series, you’ll also hear from the people benefiting and growing from the investments being made in the areas of our community where there are gaps in available services. It is a community voice. It is 'Washtenaw United.'
ABOUT MARQUAN JACKSON:
Marquan Jackson is the Director of The Family Empowerment program and has been since its inception in 2012. His responsibilities include developing and refining strategies to sustain resident service coordination for residents of Ypsilanti Housing Commission. Marquan holds a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and a Master’s of Social Work, both from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Marquan has been successful in securing funding both private and public dollars to support the needs of the community. He also serves as the homeless liaison for Ypsilanti Community Schools, where he coordinates services for services for students experiencing homelessness. Before joining FEP, Marquan gained clinical and macro practice experience in juvenile justice, community mental health, schools, and foster care. Marquan is currently adjunct faculty at The University of Michigan School of Social Work; where he teaches Social Policy and Welfare Courses. Marquan served 6 years as an Executive board member for the United Way of Washtenaw County and, most recently, joined the board of IHN Alpha House (Family Shelter).