Jimiri is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to building friendships and empathy across racial lines in the U.S. We launched our pilot program in Detroit promoting cross-racial friendships among middle-school students. Our Detroit Advisory Committee is comprised of current and former educators, social workers, child psychologists, and civil rights attorneys. Meet our team and learn more about Jimiri.
Jimiri’s Youth Leadership Program is a collaborative effort that brings together young people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds to build friendships, understanding, and empathy across racial lines.
Working with students, parents, and teachers, we form small, racially diverse groups of students based on common interests such as art, dance, digital photography, and theater. Trained high school and college students facilitate weekly groups that engage in friendship building, community service, and discussions of race and racism.
Once formed, groups are encouraged to meet through middle school, high school, and beyond.
Enhance college and career readiness by providing leadership opportunities and expanding social networks and access to resources.
Provide opportunities for fun, engaging, and safe extra-curricular activities and community service.
Please visit our Detroit Program 2024 webpage for details.
