CADIA Connects - September 2025
CADIA Connects - September 2025
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
Topic: The Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation’s Impact & Partnerships
Join CADIA for a special Hispanic Heritage Month edition of CADIA Connects featuring Anita Zavala, Deputy Director, Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation (DHDC) and Diana Ortega, Q
Since its founding by Angela Reyes over 50 years ago, DHDC has been a cornerstone of hope and transformation in Southwest Detroit — providing innovative programs for youth and adults, fostering economic opportunity, and building safer, thriving neighborhoods.
In this session, we’ll explore:
- DHDC’s rich history and mission
- Youth programs including robotics, tech, and entrepreneurship initiatives
- Adult workforce development through the Community Violence Interruption program and other services
- The challenges facing the community — and how DHDC meets them with creativity and resilience
- Opportunities for partnership and engagement with CADIA members
CADIA Connects is a no-cost, hour-long Zoom meeting designed to help professionals stay connected and find common ground.
*Meeting topic subject to change.
**Photography: By joining us at this event, attendees consent to CADIA to photograph and use your image and likeness**
This event is free but you must register in advance.
Register even if you cannot attend to ensure you receive all follow up information including meeting recording.
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