Meet Briana.
Director of Community Outreach | Detroit
Briana is from Pontiac, Michigan with family roots in Detroit. She is passionate about community development, specifically in urban areas, and wants to engage in revitalizing development and helping communities have access to social and economic opportunities. Briana is a graduate of Wayne State University where she earned her B.A. in Urban Studies and minored in Communication Studies. It was this foundation that sparked a desire for a career in public service, community outreach, and community programming. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Public Administration and Public Policy at the University of Michigan - Dearborn. Briana’s experience is both rich and diverse. She has worked first hand, covering urban issues in the Metro Detroit area through her work experience in local city government and the nonprofit sector. She is not only passionate, but committed to translating her passion and work experience into action by servicing her surrounding community and abroad. As Roots Strong’s Director of Community Outreach for Southeast Michigan, Briana will be integral in expanding the organization’s work in the Detroit and Southeast Michigan region at large, including the development of outreach programs and initiatives and pinpointing underserved communities and pressing social issues.
Fun Facts about Briana.
Share with us a fun fact about yourself
Something I can't go a day without doing is listening to music. I love all genres of music. I grew up playing the piano, and I try to practice as much as I can.
What are some social issues that you’re passionate about?
I am passionate about community development. Currently, I am working to provide families who are facing homelessness to find affordable housing. Everyone should have access to a safe, affordable home. Also, I am passionate about education. I believe every child and adult should have access to all educational resources.
If you could fix 1-3 world problems affecting youth, what would they be?
I would focus on remedying poverty, food insecurity, and the lack of physical/mental health resources.
When you hear the words, “Roots Strong”, what does it mean to you?
Plants and trees all have roots with multiple fibers/strands. Without the various fibers/strands, the plant or tree won't grow. To build a community it takes numerous people coming together. So when I think of Roots Strong, I think of community building.