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# Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit

Unification and Development of Metro Detroit's Young Black Professionals

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.bypdetroit.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Blog](https://www.bypdetroit.org/blog/)
- [We're Back, Detroit!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/were-back-detroit/) - Hey BYP Family! It’s been a minute — but we’re excited to say: Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit is officially relaunching! After taking time to pause, reflect, and reimagine our purpose, we're coming back stronger than ever. Since 2015, BYP has hosted over 170 events, helping thousands of young Black professionals find community, create
- [What's Up with BYP?](https://www.bypdetroit.org/whats-up-with-byp/) - Big Moves Ahead! Hey Detroit Family 👋🏾 You haven’t heard from us in a while because we’ve been extra busy. Let us explain. When we embarked on this journey to unite the city’s young Black professionals, we faced a task that inevitably brought the growing pains of a budding professional’s life into the Board Room
- [The Original Black Neighborhood of Detroit](https://www.bypdetroit.org/the-original-black-neighborhood-of-detroit/) - Shining a light on the ORIGINAL Black neighborhood of Detroit: Black Bottom. How did it become to be? What happened to it? How did it shape present-day Detroit?
- [Black History Celebration](https://www.bypdetroit.org/black-history-celebration/) - The underling specificity of why Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit (BYP Detroit) was created lies easily in one word: Black. Blackness in America is the most deterministic characteristic of the life of an African American. That is why BYP Detroit has specific mandates and approaches which are purposely developed for our own people. With
- [2021 Holiday Cheer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/2021-holiday-cheer/) - Celebrating the end of 2021 with an exciting but unpretentious ugly sweater holiday party! Complete with gifts, comfort food, holiday punch and more!
- [A Video on BHM](https://www.bypdetroit.org/a-video-on-bhm/) - Hello folks! To close out Black History Month strong, our President prepared a video for our partners at Let's Detroit. In their "Celebrating Black Young Leaders" video series, Darvell explains the motivation for his work, and how Black History Month should inspire, motivate, and pave the way for more Black achievements and new history to
- [Black History Month](https://www.bypdetroit.org/bhm-and-crio-events/) - Hey Everyone! We hope your Black History Month is going well and you've been learning and keeping safe. We are continuing to look ahead with positive anticipation of having events this summer. Until then, if you'd like to get out you can find low risk meetups posted to our Meetup page periodically. We also have
- [CRIO Events for BHM](https://www.bypdetroit.org/crio-events-for-bhm/) - The City of Detroit's Department of Civil Rights, Inclusion and Opportunity (CRIO) is holding two events (of many) during this month which you can get involved with. One is for professionals looking for employment and the other is for resources for business owners. Register Register
- [Our Juneteenth Message](https://www.bypdetroit.org/our-juneteenth-message/) - Today is #Juneteenth 2020. This day is in observation of June 19, 1865, the date on which the last enclave of enslaved Africans, located in Galveston, Texas, learned the US Government had abolished formal chattel slavery nationwide. Aside from various pockets of Africans who continued to be enslaved by rogue slave owners, everyone in the
- [COVID-19 Event Changes](https://www.bypdetroit.org/covid-19-event-changes/) - In response to recent local developments of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the BYP Detroit Executive Board has authorized an immediate postponement of all upcoming BYP public events and activities. This decision was based on recommendations from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, input from our partner organizations, and expected turnouts. We are
- [Follow the Money Recap](https://www.bypdetroit.org/follow-the-money-recap/) - On February 26th, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit teamed up with Maurice Miller and Tylene Henry to host Follow the Money, a financial optimization crash course for young professionals. This event was held at Macomb Community College, and is the first in a series of events tied to the financial well-being of young Black
- [9th Annual Affinity Holiday](https://www.bypdetroit.org/9th-annual-affinity-holiday/) - On December 5, 2019, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit had the honor of hosting the 9th Annual Detroit Black Professional Affinity Organizations Holiday Mixer. For the 9th annual event, Black Young Professionals selected planning team member Whitley Young as the event chair. Whitley controlled all aspects of the event including venue selection. This year's
- [Paint: Detroit II Recap](https://www.bypdetroit.org/paint-detroit-ii-recap/) - On February 23, 2020, we held our second annual Paint: Detroit event at the downtown Detroit location of Painting with a Twist. Many of the Painting with a Twist studios in metro Detroit, including the downtown location, are Black-owned. The downtown location is especially impactful as it is in one of the few Black-owned buildings
- [Black Agenda Recap](https://www.bypdetroit.org/black-agenda-recap/) - Activation & Exposure As part of our Black History Month activities, we held our first ever Black Agenda panel discussion on February 19th, 2020 at the University of Detroit Mercy. It is even more important this year, being the presidential election year following years of Black millennial awakening around our socio-economic status, that we have
- [We Need Architects!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/architects/) - As we are moving swiftly into 2020, our Mentorship Team has identified a deficiency in our mentorship pool: Architects! Our Mentorship Team conducts career exposure fairs and speed career networking events with local high schools and universities. There has been a demand for more Black people with architectural backgrounds to speak to students about their
- [Black Childhood Literacy](https://www.bypdetroit.org/black-childhood-literacy/) - We are building a library of Black children’s books and volunteering to assist with reading and other supportive services for children across Detroit.
- [Financial Insight](https://www.bypdetroit.org/financial-insight-planning/) - We're doing a series of events focused on preparing young Black professionals for the never-ending challenges of maximizing financial stability, security, and growth. We are giving a new type of financial insight.
- [Summer Networking Mixer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/summer-networking-mixer/) - On August 22nd 2019 Black Young Professionals held our quarterly open-house networking mixer, this time at the Fowling Warehouse in Hamtramck, MI. Well over a hundred young professionals stopped in.
- [Riding for the Homeless](https://www.bypdetroit.org/homelessness-awareness-ride/) - Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit help to put on the 2019 Handlebars for the Homeless event in Detroit to raise homelessness awareness.
- [8th Annual Holiday Mixer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/recap-8th-annual-holiday-mixer/) - This was the largest one yet. First off, shout-out to the amazing team from the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA, Inc.), Detroit Chapter. They put in serious sweat equity from beginning to end. On behalf of both Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit, as well as the entire collective of Detroit Black Professional Affinity
- [Juneteenth 2019 at CHW](https://www.bypdetroit.org/juneteenth-2019-at-chw/) - On June 15th, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit partnered with other community members and organizations to support the first annual Juneteenth Jubilee. The event, held at the Charles H. Wright (CHW) Museum of African American History in Detroit, was a day-long celebration of the emancipation of slaves in Galveston, Texas, the last geopolitical area
- [Painting Detroit Culture](https://www.bypdetroit.org/celebrating-detroit-culture/) - On January 13th, 2019, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit held it's Painting with a Twist party entitled Paint: Detroit. This was a social event curated around contemporary Detroit popular culture. The organization partnered with the Black-owned Painting with a Twist studio located in downtown Detroit. This studio is located inside of the Julian C.
- [What we did with Noel Night 2018.](https://www.bypdetroit.org/what-we-did-with-noel-night-2018/) - So, look. Noel Night is a Detroit tradition. We don't even know when it started, but if you're anywhere in Metro Detroit, you know about it. Noel Night is produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc., a non-profit community development organization that supports economic growth in Detroit's Midtown district. The original major attraction to Noel Night was
- [The Hate U Give](https://www.bypdetroit.org/the-hate-u-give/) - On November 18th Black Young Professionals of Detroit screened and discussed, The Hate U Give. We will try to give a summary without giving spoilers! Based on the novel authored by Angie Thomas, by the same name, “The Hate U Give” tackles the topic of unarmed Black lives taken at the hands of police. We see
- [Volunteers needed for the SAC Soiree!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/volunteers-needed-for-the-sac-soiree/) - Interested in attending the 1st annual Student Advocacy Center (SAC) Story Soiree here in Detroit? Want to get behind the scenes, be more involved, or maybe even just save a little cash? Great! We have an opportunity for you! SAC is looking for a few good men and women to help with the event
- [😎 Summer Charity Social Wrap-up ☀️](https://www.bypdetroit.org/mid-summer-rundown-wrap-up/) - On July 27th, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit and the Detroit Black Affinity Professionals hosted our first annual summer charity social “Give back, Kick Back.” The event was held at 3fifty Terrace in Downtown Detroit with 100% of net proceeds to benefit a selected Detroit-based non-profit charitable organization focused on the community each year.
- [🚴Riding for the Most Vulnerable in Detroit](https://www.bypdetroit.org/riding-for-the-most-vulnerable-in-detroit/) - On August 5, 2018, Black Young Professionals of Detroit continued its long-standing partnership with the Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) and supported yet another successful year of its annual event, Handle Bars for the Homeless (H4H). Each year has been well attended and this year was no exception. Riders came from all over Southeast Michigan to
- [Christmas in the D!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/christmas-in-detroit/) - December 2017 was an endless holiday celebration for Black professionals throughout Metro Detroit and we were proud to make it happen!
- [Women's Brunch](https://www.bypdetroit.org/womens-brunch/) - On Sunday, June 24th, Black Young Professionals, in partnership with Women of Distinction, hosted Brunch & Blazers, a ladies only event where attendees discussed what it means to be a woman in the workplace. The event was held at Red Dunn Kitchen, which is attached to the Trumbull-Porter hotel, just outside of Corktown in Detroit.
- [Spring General Body Meeting](https://www.bypdetroit.org/spring-general-body-meeting/) - On May 15th2018, Black Young Professionals of Detroit held its bi-annual General Body meeting. Our General Body Meetings serve as an integral part of Black Young Professional’s communications to its members. At each meeting we strive to reiterate our “Why”, highlight past events and make members aware of our future plans. During this
- [Spring Mix(up)](https://www.bypdetroit.org/spring-mix-up/) - On May 3, 2018 Black Young Professionals of Detroit hosted a Spring Mixer at the Motor Bar inside of the Westin Book Cadillac Hotel in Downtown Detroit. This event was a great way to unwind from the workday and mix and mingle with young professionals as well as learn more about the organization and our
- [Detroit College Day Recap](https://www.bypdetroit.org/detroit-college-day/) - On March 9th, Black Young Professionals of Detroit supported Detroit College Day, a Detroit College Access Network (DCAN) sponsored conference held annually for Detroit High School students. The purpose of this conference is to get students excited about college and other post-secondary opportunities that are available to them. The conference was held at
- [Abriged: March's NSO Youthlink Exposure Module](https://www.bypdetroit.org/nso-youthlink-exposure-module/) - On March 17, 2018, Black Young Professionals of Detroit held a mentorship event with the Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) Youthlink program. Mentors from Black Young Professionals spoke with students who were at various stages of their post-secondary education journeys. The students had plenty of questions ranging from how to survive college, and how do
- [Meal Packing for Meals on Wheels](https://www.bypdetroit.org/meal-packing-for-meals-on-wheels/) - On March 30, 2018, Black Young Professionals of Detroit joined the Detroit Senior Solutions’ Meals on Wheels program for a day in service to ensure that homebound seniors had a meal for the Easter holiday. Valley Service center was a packed with hundreds of people looking to do a good deed on Good Friday.
- [Black History Trivia Night!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/black-history-trivia-night/) - On February 28th, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit teamed up with Blackout Trivia to commemorate Black History Month with a Hollywood Themed Black History Trivia Night. Our first ever happy hour trivia night took place at Basement Burger Bar in Downtown Detroit. We had an amazing turnout of well over 55 participants. This trivia
- [2018: You & Us. Welcome to the New Year!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/2018-us-welcome-new-year/) - Hello everyone and Happy New Year! We hope the New Year is being more generous to you than the wind chill outside. The New Year is time for reflection, reinvention and action. Just like many of you, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit has been contemplating our year in review. While reflecting on the successes
- [Established Entrepreneurs](https://www.bypdetroit.org/established-entrepreneurs/) - On Friday September 8th, Black Young Professionals of Detroit hosted a panel discussion on Black business. Five Detroit-based established entrepreneurs spoke about their experiences as proprietors in the city as well as being Black business owners. Our panel included: April Anderson of Good Cakes and Bakes Rufus Bartell of Simply Casual and RBI Events Floyd
- [The Buck Stops Here!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/the-buck-stops-here/) - At approximately 82 percent, the City of Detroit is home to one of the largest populations of African Americans in the United States. While African Americans account for the majority of the City’s population, they have become a dwindling minority in business ownership. This disparity brings to mind this often quoted anecdotal account of dollar
- [Handlebars for the Homeless 2017](https://www.bypdetroit.org/handlebars-homeless-2017/) - This past weekend, Black Young Professionals of Detroit supported the Neighborhood Service Organization ‘s (NSO) annual “Handle Bars for the Homeless” event. Last weekend we enjoyed beautiful weather as riders came from all over Southeast Michigan to support NSO’s mission to provide critical services and empower the community’s most vulnerable. We had an amazing turnout,
- [African Americans in Corporate America](https://www.bypdetroit.org/african-americans-corporate-america/) - On Thursday July 13, 2017, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit held an inspired panel discussion on navigating corporate America as an African American. Bamboo was packed with over 60 attendees, ready to receive the message and advice of our four-member panel of seasoned business leaders. The panelists answered many questions including the importance of
- [Volunteer at Handlebars for the Homeless 2017](https://www.bypdetroit.org/volunteer-handlebars-homeless-2017/) - We Need You! Nearly 70 Volunteers are needed to make this a success! The 2017 Handlebars for the Homeless charity bike ride will be held on Sunday, August 6th. Nearly 70 volunteers are needed to make this a success! Join us to help Detroit's #1 homeless service agency, the Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO), raise awareness
- [Getting Involved in 2017](https://www.bypdetroit.org/getting-involved-byp/) - At our Spring 2017 General Body meeting, we announced the addition of several new roles to our internal team, as well as some internal restructuring which is underway to support the additional roles. Many people submitted preliminary interest forms at the meeting indicating their desire to get involved internally through one of these new or newly
- [Mentorship Pool](https://www.bypdetroit.org/mentorship-pool/) - At our Spring 2017 General Body meeting we announced the intention of the organization to begin collecting details on members who are interested in mentorship and similar opportunities. We are now accepting applications for the mentorship pool. Our approach to mentorship is nontraditional in order to support the rolling nature of our membership and the
- [Talking with DPS students at WCCCD](https://www.bypdetroit.org/talking-dps-students-wcccd/) - On April 25th, a selected set of Black Young Professionals' members took time of out of their busy work day to travel into downtown Detroit. There, on Fort Street in the heart of the city, five young professionals addressed Detroit Promise Scholars on various topics around career selection, internships, and making it through the rigors of
- [First 2017 Outdoor Project](https://www.bypdetroit.org/moross-greenway-project/) - On Saturday, April 22nd, Black Young Professionals set out at 9 AM to help the Moross Greenway Project cleanup months of accumulated litter and debris
- [Spring 2017 GB Meeting](https://www.bypdetroit.org/spring-2017-gb-meeting/) - With over 70 members and guests in attendance, the BYP Spring 2017 General Body meeting packed Bamboo Detroit. We provided key information and speakers.
- ['Get Out' Soulcial](https://www.bypdetroit.org/get-out-soulcial/) - On March 25th, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit partnered with Soulcial Scene to put on a causal viewing and discussion of the movie Get Out in Southfield, MI. The movie, Get Out, is the first piece written and directed by Jordan Peele, and has garnered much critical acclaim soon after it's release. Peele is a biracial
- [I Am Not Your Negro](https://www.bypdetroit.org/iamnotyournegro-long-overdue-update/) - On February 12th we held a public viewing and discussion of I Am Not Your Negro at Main Art Theatre in Royal Oak, MI. Over 130 young professionals attended
- [#PitchBlack](https://www.bypdetroit.org/pitchblack/) - We held our first networking event of 2017 on March 23rd, at Black-owned Mo Better Blues in downtown Detroit. Titled #PitchBlack, this event focused on entrepreneur and business networking, and it included a business pitch competition. The Pitch Competition During the event we held a business pitch competition. Competitors had 60 seconds on the mic to
- [The New Year was for the New You!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/new-year-new/) - We discussed things every Black young professional needs to know this year. Thank you to all of our panelists and guests who made it to our New Year New You event on Feb 1st. Every chair was full with only standing room left. This workshop took place in the heart of the city at Bamboo Detroit.
- [The #BLM discussion. Part 1.](https://www.bypdetroit.org/blm-discussion-has-started/) - We had a new group discussion/coffee talk this month... if you missed it... there's a 2hr video you can watch. But let us explain what happened first... On January 22nd we held part one of "#BLM & Politics" at Whole Foods Detroit. The event, combined with a high-definition Facebook Live feed, drew deep discussion and
- [We celebrated 1.0 years!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/celebrated-1-0-years/) - On October 8th, 2016, Black Young Professionals (BYP) of Metro Detroit celebrated the completion of our first year since the creation of the initial group. The celebration was held at DUO Restaurant & Lounge in Southfield, MI and was open and advertised to the public. DUO is an upscale lounge/bar/restaurant featuring fine cuisine, sophisticated decor,
- [General Body Meeting](https://www.bypdetroit.org/general-body-meeting/) - BYP Detroit's first General Body Meeting took place on this past Thursday. We covered the past year's activities and discussed future plans. We would like to thank all of the existing members and potential new members who made it out to MSU Detroit. We have collected all of cards for the "60 Day Challenge". We will
- [Voter Registration Push](https://www.bypdetroit.org/voter-registration-push/) - Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit and Metropolitan Organizing Strategy Enabling Strength (MOSES) stepped out into the Jefferson-Chalmers area of Detroit last weekend to get residents registered to vote.
- [Crain's Detroit awards BYP founder](https://www.bypdetroit.org/crains-detroit-awards-byp-founder/) - Every year Crain's Detroit Business magazine highlights the best and brightest in their 20s whose creativity and entrepreneurial spirit are already contributing to a new energy in Southeast Michigan. This year Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit ("BYP Detroit") founder, Darvell T. Powell was honored for his vision and tenacity to create this organization, as well as
- [Crime Report: Detroit](https://www.bypdetroit.org/crime-report-detroit/) - Members came out on July 12th with agendas in hand, ready to engage in dialog. Our first foray into discussion on crime, safety, policing, and even a little politics.
- [Team: Forgotten Harvest 2016](https://www.bypdetroit.org/team-forgotten-harvest/) - BYP volunteers moved a record setting 10,500 lbs for Forgotten Harvest this year!
- [NSO Bell Building Luau Party Results](https://www.bypdetroit.org/byp-nso-luau-party-result/) - Throughout the night residents enjoyed their favorite 80s, 90s, and 2000s music hits, great food, and great games.
- [How'd that Fundraising Mixxer go?](https://www.bypdetroit.org/howd-that-mixxer-go/) - Many new faces came down to Mo Better Blues on Larned St. in downtown Detroit, just around the corner from the Renaissance Center after work on Thursday. An incredible amount of heart dropped in throughout the night and supported us.
- [The Fundraising Mixxer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/the-fundraising-mixxer/) - Hello BYP Community! As you have noticed earlier this month, BYP launched advertising for our first fundraising event. We do not collect membership dues at this time, and we focus mainly on self-funded events (i.e. pay per event). However, we are an association which likes to pool efforts to give back to the community. Sometimes
- [BYP-NSO Party Needs!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/byp-nso-party-needs/) - We are seeking the items to be loaned, donated, or given at a discount for the event. This can be from sponsoring companies, members, and non-members. NSO and BYP both appreciate your consideration. This is a live working page for the upcoming event. Please check back often and see what you can do to help!
- [Guys/Girls Night](https://www.bypdetroit.org/guysgirls-night/) - New and returning members hit downtown Detroit for Guys/Girls Night #2.
- [BYP is throwing a party for NSO...](https://www.bypdetroit.org/byp-is-throwing-a-party-for-nso/) - NSO is the Neighborhood Service Organization. A Detroit born and focused non-profit services agency which offers a portfolio of support services to the most vulnerable residents of the city.
- [Flint Democratic Presidential Debate](https://www.bypdetroit.org/flint-democratic-presidential-debate/) - BYP members were invited to sit in the audience of the Democratic national presidential debate in Flint on Sunday....
- [#JusticeForFlint](https://www.bypdetroit.org/justiceforflint/) - BYP members joined forces with other local community members from Detroit and Flint to power #JusticeForFlint event.
- [Red Carpet Bash '16](https://www.bypdetroit.org/red-carpet-bash-2016/) - The weekend of February 27th was a another busy one for BYP! As you know, we regularly volunteer with Habitat for Humanity Detroit (HFH). In late 2015 we kicked-off a relationship with HFH and jumped right in with two construction volunteering events, followed in early 2016 by an all-day multi-shift volunteer stint at their Mack Ave. Restore. More contstruction
- [Gleaners Food Bank](https://www.bypdetroit.org/gleaners-food-bank/) - Our team paid a visit to Gleaners Food Bank in downtown Detroit. This was our first visit but certainly will not be our last. You should come out next time!
- [NSO Visit: What you should know](https://www.bypdetroit.org/nso-visit-what-you-should-know/) - Two days ago a BYP meeting was held in central detroit at the historic Michigan Bell Building ("Bell Building"). This former Michigan Bell and Western Electric Warehouse is a former commercial warehouse where the two companies stored equipment and vehicles. The buildig, erected in 1929, is now home to Detroit's Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO). BYP made
- [Men's Night Out](https://www.bypdetroit.org/mens-night-out/) - Black Dude Meet went down at HopCat Detroit last Friday. Great conversation and fellowship amongst young black professional men. Shoutout to #YBPD for welcoming us to D'Amato's later that night. Check out the media gallery over on MeetUp or Google photos. There will be a repeat event, on March 5th. Please join us and

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.bypdetroit.org/) - A young professional association for African Americans living in metro Detroit specializing in social events, personal development, and community service.
- [Become A Member](https://www.bypdetroit.org/join-black-young-professionals-of-detroit/) - Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit is a growing organization which thrives on being open, welcoming, and inclusive. We champion the social anchoring, personal development, and civic engagement of young Black professionals throughout the region. Our mission is to develop a single cohesive community of young Black professionals. Our General Member demographic is focused in
- [Leadership Team](https://www.bypdetroit.org/who-we-are/leadership-team/) - Board of Directors Chairman of the Board Darvell T. Powell Darvell loves his people and has stopped at nothing to address the numerous issues facing the Black community. His focus has been to address problems at their root cause. Darvell is also the founder of the organization. Created for people who are new to the
- [Contact Us](https://www.bypdetroit.org/reach-out-to-us/) - Our mailing address and how to contact us digitally.
- [Handlebars for the Homeless 2023](https://www.bypdetroit.org/h4h/) - Volunteer With Us This Year! Hey future volunteer! 2023 is going to be another outstanding year for raising money and awareness for the homeless population across Detroit. Join us in putting on this wonderful event with the Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO) this year through the two options below! Sunday Event Day Volunteering Sunday is the
- [Join Our Mailing List](https://www.bypdetroit.org/join-our-mailing-list/)
- [Our Privacy Policy](https://www.bypdetroit.org/our-privacy-policy/) - This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their ‘Personally Identifiable Information’ (PII) is being used online and by our organization. PII, as described in US privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or
- [Support The Mission](https://www.bypdetroit.org/join-black-young-professionals-of-detroit/support-the-mission/) - Black Young Professionals (BYP) of Detroit is committed to the community, and the social and personal development of our members. We seek to be the leader in the metro area for young professionals of African descent. Our members plan and execute community engagement events and strive to give back to those in need while educating
- [Join the Core Team](https://www.bypdetroit.org/internal-team/) - We architect and execute Black-focused personal development, social, and community engagement opportunities for young professionals of African descent. To do this in a quickly evolving socio-economic climate of Metro Detroit, we must have a strong and unified group of individuals who are passionate about uplifting the image of the young Black professional in this world.
- [About Our Events](https://www.bypdetroit.org/about-our-events/) - All of our events are listed here on our website. We welcome people of all backgrounds regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, or political viewpoint. First timers need not be shy: We promise a friendly group of people will welcome and include you every time. Friends and family are welcomed. Some activities may not be
- [The Affinity](https://www.bypdetroit.org/the-affinity/) - The Detroit Black Professional Affinity Organizations is a voluntary coalition of over fifteen non-profit Black professional associations operating in metro Detroit since 2011. The mission of the alliance is to promote unity in the Black professional community across all local companies, industries, and academic backgrounds. This is achieved through jointly planned events, resource sharing and
- [Who we are](https://www.bypdetroit.org/who-we-are/) - We are a young professionals association composed of men and women of African descent in the Detroit area. We provide our members, followers, and the community overall with opportunities to grow socially, develop personally, and carry out civic engagement, together. Established in 2015, Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit was founded as a Meetup group focused on openly
- [Submit a Job](https://www.bypdetroit.org/submit-a-job/) - If you are seeking to diversify your team or corporate workforce, we'd love to learn more about opportunities you have open. We focus on providing specific insightful information on your open positions to the members of our organization, then our followers and greater network as needed. Our members are in a wide variety of industries
- [Wayne State MPREP Mentorship Interest](https://www.bypdetroit.org/wayne-state-mprep-mentorship-interest/) - As part of the Black Young Professionals Mentorship Program’s mission, we strive to reaffirm and champion the importance of long-term mentorship by seeking opportunities for our members to connect with organizations running such programs. One organization we are excited to highlight is the Multicultural Professional Readiness Education Program (MPREP) through the Mike Ilitch School of
- [Thank you for the in kind offer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/thank-you-for-the-in-kind-offer/) - Thank you so much for reaching out to us with this offer of support. We appreciate your recognition and thought. You note has been sent to our inbox and will be reviewed shortly. If you have any additional ideas, do not hesitate to submit more of them. Thank you again!
- [Mentorship Pool](https://www.bypdetroit.org/mentor/) - Our approach to mentorship is nontraditional in order to support the rolling nature of our membership and the lifestyle of busy working young professionals. We provide unique opportunities to interface with youth and students in a variety of settings and requirements. Each opportunity is unique and is usually a one-time affair, in some cases the
- [Support Us: In-kind gifts](https://www.bypdetroit.org/support-us-in-kind-gifts/) - Black Young Professionals of Detroit appreciates the thought and sincerity from entities interested in helping us further our cause and develop young professionals of African descent. We love to build relationships with people and places within the communities we live. If you have an idea for something you could offer us to help with the
- [Black Owned Businesses](https://www.bypdetroit.org/black-owned-businesses/) - FACT: When a community bands together and supports each other, including it's businesses, everyone wins over time. This is our Black Owned Business Directory for Detroit. We have visited these places personally and we try to engage them in our own events. To submit your own business for consideration, please see this page.
- [Members Portal](https://www.bypdetroit.org/members-portal/)
- [Member Resources](https://www.bypdetroit.org/member-resources/) - A few things those who join BYP need or need to know.

## Events

- [Black Film Festival Meetup](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/black-film-festival-meetup/) - BYP hosts the 6th annual Detroit Black Film Festival! Join us alongside incredible black filmmakers from around the world!
- [Dig In! Urban Farm Volunteering](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/dig-in-urban-farm-volunteering/) - Garden, connect, and serve the community with us this Thursday at Keep Growing Detroit's Urban Farm near Eastern Market!
- [Film Lab](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/film-lab/) - Step inside Detroit’s creative film community at Film Lab — an afternoon of film, creativity, and connection.
- [Commit to Lead: BYP Detroit at Vinyl Society](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/commit-to-lead-byp-detroit-at-vinyl-society/) - Join BYP Detroit on September 4th, 2025 for our Networking Hour and recruitment event at Vinyl Society's Capital Thursday.
- [BYP Relaunch Party and Fundraiser](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/byp-relaunch-party-and-fundraiser/) - Join Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit (BYP) for our official relaunch announcement on Saturday, August 9 at the iconic Artist Village. After a two-year pause, we’re reintroducing ourselves to the city. Join us, if you want to be the first to hear what's next for BYP Detroit!
- [H4H 2023 (Sunday Event)](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/h4h-2023-sunday-event/) - This page is for the main Sunday Event Help us put on the largest charity bike ride in Detroit focused the homeless: Handlebars for the Homeless! A ride to support the many outreach programs provided by the Neighborhood Service Organization. Handlebars for the Homeless is an annual charity bike ride which raises money and awareness
- [H4H 2023 (Saturday Prep)](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/h4h-2023-saturday-prep/) - This page is for SATURDAY Prep Day. Help us put on the largest charity bike ride in Detroit focused the homeless: Handlebars for the Homeless! A ride to support the many outreach programs provided by the Neighborhood Service Organization. Handlebars for the Homeless is an annual charity bike ride which raises money and awareness for
- [Engage + Connect: Social Hour](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/engage-connect-social-hour/) - A wine social hour with Detroit's young Black professionals at the newly opened Black and woman-owned Brix Wine bar
- [Cocktails and Conversations](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/cocktails-and-conversations/) - Join us for a lovely evening discussing the challenges of dating in Detroit. Although America's Blackest city should be a chocolate heaven for love, it's turns out many people are finding it hard to get in the ganache. The young professional thrives on social connectivity and love (or at least intimate partners) are still critical
- [Volunteer Call: H4H 2022](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/volunteer-call-h4h-2022/) - Help us put on the largest charity bike ride in Detroit focused the homeless: Handlebars for the Homeless! A ride to support the many outreach programs provided by the Neighborhood Service Organization. After a pandemic hiatus, we're returning to in-person for 2022! Handlebars for the Homeless is an annual charity bike ride which raises money
- [Wine Tasting: An Educational Experience](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/wine-tasting-an-educational-experience/) - Join us for an evening of delicious tastings and select food pairings with instruction on wine selection. You will sample three different wines and receive an hour of instruction and mingle with other young professionals. The hour of instruction will cover, but not limited to: Wine history Flavors Pairing Strategy How to hold and up
- [Monday Funday: Game Night Networking Mixer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/monday-funday-game-night-networking-mixer/) - Break out of winter hibernation and connect with the unpretentious + welcoming cohort of young Black professionals from across the region! About this event Monday's don't have to be drab! Attend our fun networking night with a complimentary drink and various food options at the Grand River Ball Room, the fun hideaway underneath Detroit Beer Exchange. This is
- [Black History Month Trivia Night](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/bhm-trivia-2022/) - Join us for multiple rounds of team-based competitive trivia on Black History in AMerica from 1800s to 2022.
- [Ugly Sweater II](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/ugly-sweater-ii/) - Our friendly, unpretentious and lit holiday party for young black professionals in Detroit is back 😈 Time to turn on your holiday cheer for a few hours with some smooth professionals. This year's ticket includes: Comfort Food by City Barbeque Holiday Libations by Dark Marc Lic DJ Entertainment by DJ Jus-E-Nuff Ugly Sweater Competition hosted
- ['90s Drip Paint Party](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/90s-drip-paint-party/) - Let's get dressed in our best, our '90s gear to be exact, and paint away 21's stress. Join Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit for our first Paint and Sip event in almost two years. You'll get to enjoy: Everything you need to create your own Drippy the Elephant and take him home that day!
- [Happy Hour Social](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/happy-hour-social/) - We're finally back at it. The first official BYP Happy Hour Social since the lockdown. Join us at the Black-owned Griot Music Lounge in midtown Detroit for a good time reconnecting with members. We'll have an exclusive BYP drink, free raffles, and the giant jenga will be on deck. RSVP required to be included in
- [Juneteenth Jubilee Meetup!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/juneteenth-jubilee-meetup/) - This is the official group meetup on the Historic Livernois Avenue of Fashion for the 2021Juneteenth Jubilee! Come explore BYP's official Juneteenth move with other members. Over 40 Black-owned shops and restaurants will activate Livernois with in-store live performances, demonstrations, discounts, giveaways, tastings, and more — All for FREE. There will also be a
- [Juneteenth Jubilee Stroll](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/jj21/) - We are returning to Livernois as sponsors of the 2021 Juneteenth Jubilee!! This will be a full-day stroll of over 30 Black businesses with discounts, education, special presentations, and much more! The Juneteenth Jubilee Stroll is a unique shopping experience supporting Detroit Black businesses along the Livernois Avenue of Fashion. Each participating business will provide
- [Young Professional Voices in Government](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/young-professional-voices-in-government/) - Want to learn about the Michigan Coronavirus Taskforce on Racial Disparities AND how YOU can join other government advisory boards? Let’s Detroit Ambassadors Lauren Bealore and Whitney Griffin are Appointees serving on the Michigan Coronavirus Taskforce on Racial Disparities. Lauren and Whitney will talk about the goals of the taskforce, the committees on which they
- [Juneteenth Jubilee Live!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/juneteenth-jubilee-live/) - For this year's observation of Juneteenth, a significant marker of African American history, we will join several other organizations for Juneteenth Jubilee Live! This is a program you need to be sure not to miss. Bookmark your calendar for this wonderful online program! Tune in at 6:19 PM on June 19th to Juneteenth Jubilee
- [Detroit Jeopardy](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/detroit-jeopardy/) - So you think you know all the deep dark secrets of America's Blackest city?Think again. We have decided to put together another virtual happy hour. This time we're playing Jeopardy with questions only about Detroit's history and culture.Bring your libations and everything you ever learned about the D. Note: You will receive the Zoom link
- [Follow the Money](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/follow-the-money/) - 2020 is the year where everyone is sure to want to do better in something. Well, we want you to have the tools to make your money go further as an African American young professional. This will focus on practical, easy to understand strategies and tools to help you make your money go further, protect
- [Black Agenda 2020](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/black-agenda-2020/) - Join Black Young Professionals of Detroit along with activists and community leaders for a potent discussion on current and future state of Black Politics. 
- [Paint: Detroit II](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/paint-detroit-ii/) - Our second annual Detroit-themed Painting with A Purpose party at the Black-owned Painting with a Twist studio in downtown Detroit.
- [Super Bowl Watch Party](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/super-bowl-watch-party/) - Join us at Bar Louie in Royal Oak as we witness the best of what the Super Bowl is known for The Commercials, Half-Time Show, and The Winning Team.
- [Working While Black II](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/working-while-black-a-deeper-dive/) - Sometimes just going to work should come with hazard pay. This is the second edition, back by popular demand + New location with parking. This time we will take a deeper dive through more group discussion and sharing. Bring your stories and questions for Dr. Bass and our own Fatimah Muhammad, as well as all
- [9th Annual Holiday Mixer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/9th-annual-holiday-mixer/) - Black professionals from all over Detroit come together to network, eat and dance the evening away in the Grand Ballroom of The Whittier.
- [2019 SAC Detroit Story Soiree](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/2019-sac-detroit-story-soiree/) - It is that time again! Please join Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit as we support the Student Advocacy Center of Michigan (SAC) for their second annual Detroit Story Soiree! This will be an evening at the impressive and exquisite Kresge Mansion in Detroit. The purpose of this event is to celebrate and amplify the
- [Working While Black](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/working-while-black/) - Mental Health Self-Care for Blacks employed in White majority organizations. Focusing on dealing with work and home stress, racialized situations,
- [Fall Back Friday!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/fall-back-friday/) - Looking for your next mix and mingle with Detroit's finest young professionals? Here it is. It's free too. Join Black Young Professionals at the Detroit Historical Museum for a Friday networking event offering opportunities to learn, play, and give back to through the young professional organizations doing great things in the city over the coming
- [Mix & Fowl](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/mix-fowl/) - Join us for our FREE 2019 summer networking mixer for Black professionals in Detroit at The Fowling Warehouse
- [Volunteer at H4H 2019](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/volunteer/) - Help us put on the largest bike ride in Detroit focused the homeless population: Handlebars for the Homeless! A ride to support the many outreach programs provided by the Neighborhood Service Organization. This is our fourth year running this event with the Neighborhood Service Organization, and we have multiple role assignments, free food, t-shirts, games,
- [Summer Sizzle on the River](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/summer-sizzle-on-the-river/) - Join Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit (BYP) along with several other Detroit Black Professional Affinity organizations for a Day Party Fundraiser at the Detroit Riverside Marina on July 27th! Celebrate Michigan's short summer and absorb the sun, food, drink, music, and positivity with like minded professionals from across Southeast Michigan. A portion of the
- [Nightnotes in Detroit - Black History Concert & Winter Mixer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/nightnotes-in-detroit-black-history-concert-winter-mixer/) - Join us for our Black History Month event. BYP is partnering with Detroit Chamber Winds and Strings to bring a bit of Black music history forward to 2019. Trombonist Vincent Chandler, and soprano Kimwana Doner, along with some of Detroit’s most revered musicians, will present "When Classical Meets Jazz," a soul-stirring evening of selections from
- [Paint: Detroit](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/paint-detroit/) - Join Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit as we paint our own renditions of the classic downtown Detroit skyline at Painting with a Twist. We will enjoy a special curation of Detroit-made beer+wine, Detroit eats, and a music rotation featuring Detroit hip-hop, house, and soul. Additionally, those in attendance will be entered into FREE drawings
- [2018 Noel Night Holiday Crawl](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/2018-noel-night-holiday-crawl/) - Want to meet some people? Cool. Want to check out Noel Night? Cool. Want to have a few drinks and food? Cool. Want to see what Midtown Detroit is all about? Cool. Need to get in some serious steps this holiday? We got you! The Noel Night Holiday Crawl with Black Young Professionals of Metro
- [8th Annual Detroit Black Professionals Holiday Mixer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/8th-annual-detroit-black-professionals-holiday-mixer/) - It's that time again!! Please join Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit along with 13 other Black professional associations for the 8th Annual Detroit Black Professionals Holiday Mixer! This year's beneficiary is the Midnight Golf Program! The mission of the Midnight Golf Program is to improve under-served young adults’ personal development, educational preparedness and appreciation
- [The Hate U Give: Viewing & Discussion](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/pop-up-the-hate-u-give-viewing-discussion/) - A pop-up meetup for your pre-holiday weekend! The Hate U Give is a riveting production based on the must-read novel by the same name. You may have seen it already; That's fine! See it again, or just join us for the discussion. If you haven't seen it, then this is the time to do so
- [SAC Story Soiree](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/sac-story-soiree/) - Student Advocacy Center (SAC) is a unique organization focused on helping vulnerable K-12 students stay in school or get back into school. Black Young Professionals has partnered with and supported SAC with mentors from our mentorship program since 2017. They will be holding their first annual Detroit fundraiser, the Detroit Story Soiree. The will be
- [Meetup: Renaissance Festival](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/a-meetup-renaissance-festival/) - We did it last year, now we're doing it again: Join us for a casual Meetup to enjoy the 2018 Michigan Renaissance festival. We will be attending on September 15th. That is the weekend of "Shamrocks & Shenanigans" which brings with it amateur competitive games of sheaf toss, hammer throw, stone put and caber toss,
- [2018 Handlebars for the Homeless Volunteering](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/2018-handlebars-for-the-homeless-volunteering/) - For the past two years, Black Young Professionals' members have supported the largest bike ride in Detroit aiming to help the homeless while highlighting some of the most hidden gems of the city. This year, we are doing even more, again. The 2018 Handlebars for the Homeless will be held on Sunday, August 5th. Black
- [Men's Night Out](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/mens-night-out/) - It's time for the men of Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit to reconnect in a classic guy's night out. AGENDA: Meet & Greet at 1st venue: Food and conversation (8-9:30) Discussion Topics: Dating in Detroit, Masculinity in 2018 Move to the 2nd venue to intermingle and party (10-Until...) Heavy appetizers provided for
- [Summer Give Back Kick Back](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/summer-give-back-kick-back/) - Just in time for the peak of Michigan's short summer, join several of Detroit's top Black professional associations at 3Fifty Terrace for our first summer charity social "Give Back, Kick Back". Focused on connecting like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs with the leading Black professional associations as well as each other, we will bring together great food,
- [Brunch and Blazers](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/brunch-and-blazers/) - Join us for ladies-only brunch and conversation on gender equality in the workplace at Red Dunn Kitchen. There is a $2.00 registration fee which will benefit the non-profit organization Jackets for Jobs. Their mission is to provide career skills training, employment etiquette and professional clothing to job seekers. They stand at the ready to assist
- [Mentorship Training (Spring Makeup)](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/spring-mentorship-makeup-training/) - This will be a make-up session for anyone who missed the Feburary 11th or March 8th Mentorship Training Sessions but would like to get involved in Mentorship through Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit for 2018. (NOTE: We will not be hosting any additional Mentorship Training Sessions until after September 2018) In addition to being
- [Spring General Body Meeting](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/spring-general-body-meeting-2/) - Join us for our spring general body meeting. This is an informative, information packed biannual general meeting for existing, new, and prospective members. Topics to cover include: Organization orientation: Mission, history, and structure Mentorship program updates Upcoming events and opportunities to get involved Let's Detroit & becoming a Detroit ambassador Student advocacy center orientation
- [Meetup: Telling Tales Out of ...](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/meetup-telling-tales-out-of-school/) - We got another for you, right from our mentorship partner, Student Advocacy Center of Michigan. Like storytelling? Great. Love live performances? Even better. Join our mentorship team as we celebrate the art and craft of live storytelling, while supporting the Student Advocacy Center and its work ensuring our most vulnerable students stay in school and
- [Meetup: DSO Mysterium](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/meetup-dso-mysterium/) - Meetup Time! Like music? Great. Love live performances? Even better. Join a group of us Black Young Professionals as we attend DSO's Mysterium for an all inclusive evening of three unique performances in three different settings, hors d’oeuvres, signature drinks, and an afterglow. If you haven't been to the DSO, this is the perfect opportunity
- [Spring Mix(up)](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/spring-mixup/) - Now that the snow has retreated, let us all come together and be merry. Join us at The Motor Bar in the Westin Book Cadillac for our Spring after-work social networking mixer with Black young professionals from across metro Detroit. Appetizers provided.
- [Meal Packing for Meals on Wheels](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/meal-packing-meals-wheels/) - Join a crew of Black Young Professionals as we assist the Detroit Area Agency on Aging with packing 3,500 Easter holiday meals for homebound seniors in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park, and Harper Woods. We will be packing cold food for two hours on the morning of Good Friday. A great way to do a little
- [NSO Youthlink Exposure Module](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/nso-youthlink-exposure-module/) - Join us at the Neighborhood Service Organization as we expose students in the YouthLink program to young professionals. We will be doing a speed networking and discussion session on careers and post-secondary education. NOTE: You MUST be a certified mentor through our training workshop to participate in this activity. Please see your email for
- [Volunteer Call: Detroit College Day](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/volunteer-call-detroit-college-day/) - Join Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit in supporting the Detroit College Access Network and United Way for Southeastern Michigan for Detroit College Day 2018 ("DCD") on March 9th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wayne County Community College District in Detroit! The purpose of DCD is to inform and excite high school seniors
- [Black History Month Trivia](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/black-history-month-trivia/) - Join Blackout Trivia in association with Black Young Professionals of Detroit for a fun night of trivia focused around everything Black History. Come out and show off the new found knowledge you've gathered during the official month of Black excellence. 1st and 2nd place winners will take home valuable gift cards to Basement Burger
- [2018 Mentorship Training](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/2018-mentorship-training/) - Want to be a mentor on your own schedule? Busy but want to pass your high school, college, and general life lessons along right away? Can't commit to a long-term 1:1 relationship but still know you can be of a benefit to someone else? Watch the Mentorship Orientation video if you haven't already:
- [Mentoring Program Information Session Live Stream](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/mentoring-program-overview-live-stream/) - Tim Ogunbekun, the Mentorship Lead for Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit, will give an overview of our unique mentorship program for 2018 geared towards busy working Millennials and Gen X'ers. We will discuss how it works, the goals, requirements, and the schedule for Winter and Spring. There will be a Q&A afterward. This will
- [Holiday Game Night & Ugly Sweater Party](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/holiday-game-night-ugly-sweater-party/) - Meet Black Young Professionals in ugly Christmas sweaters, There will be food and fun galore, Who knows? Jolly old St. Nick himself may walk through the door. We hope you can join us, don’t be a lame, We will have tables filled with entertainment; you can even bring your own game. So bring yourself,
- [7th Annual Toys for Tots Detroit Black Professionals Holiday Mixer](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/7th-annual-toys-tots-detroit-black-professionals-holiday-mixer/) - Please join Black Young Professionals along with over 15 of the top Black professional associations in Detroit for the 7th Annual Toys for Tots Detroit Black Professionals Holiday Mixer at the Detroit Yacht Club on Belle Isle! This is the premier holiday event to meet and greet with Black professionals across many industries and
- [Fall General Body Meeting](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/fall-general-body-meeting/) - Our quarterly public informational event where you can learn about the organization. Organization mission Re-cap past events since our last General Body meeting Announce upcoming events New opportunities to #GetInvolved Meet the team We also will be featuring a guest speaker covering the topic of "Finishing Strong in 2017" - Making your last moves of
- [Saturday Pop Up Wine / Game Day kick back](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/saturday-pop-wine-game-day-kick-back/) - • Do you like chill, unpretentious environments to connect with new people? • Want to reconnect with your old "BYP" buddies? • Do card games or board games interest you? • You willing to drink free wine? (Just tip the bartender) • Never checked out Detroit's west side, or the Avenue of Fashion? • Do like Tacos? (Everybody likes Tacos) •
- [Established Entrepreneurs](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/established-entrepreneurs/) - Black Entrepreneurship is on the rise and Detroit is not sequestered from this growing trend. In fact, Detroit was identified by Rolling Out magazine as one of the top 20 cities in the nation for for Black entrepreneurs to start a business. However, Detroit is already very much Black and already has many Black businesses. Detroit's
- [Handlebars for the Homeless volunteering](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/handlebars-homeless-volunteering/) - In 2016 Black Young Professionals' members supported the largest bike ride in Detroit aiming to help the homeless while highlighting some of the most hidden gems of the city. This year, we are doing even more. The 2017 Handlebars for the Homeless will be held on Sunday, August 6th. Black Young Professionals will be the
- [African Americans in Corporate America](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/african-americans-corporate-america/) - Black Young Professionals of Metro Detroit is putting on a panel discussion covering the experiences and strategies of accomplished Black Executives and Managers from some of the largest corporations both in Detroit and the country. We will have a panel of five select seasoned leaders spanning across areas such as automotive/engineering, healthcare/pharmacy, and corporate human
- [Forgotten Harvest 2017](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/forgotten-harvest-2017/) - In 2016 Black Young Professionals set a new record for Forgotten Harvest. Repacking 10,500lbs of food for families across Metro Detroit, we helped feed 50% more people than a single group typically musters. We're going back to do it again! Come join us at Forgotten Harvest, one of metro Detroit's most respected food pantry distribution facilities
- [Black In America, cont. – No Cameras](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/black-america-contuined-no-cameras/) - Continuing the organic discussion that ignited after the camera was turned off. This is a precursor to our next major panel discussion. Come talk with other Black YPs about how things are coming along Nationally and in Detroit. This time, no cameras. Chill discussion with real people. Invite friends and co-workers. Recent publications to check
- [Gleaners Food Bank 2017](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/gleaners-food-bank-2017/) - Last year a team of over 20 Black Young Professionals descended upon Gleaners Food Bank in Detroit on a cold Saturday morning to help pack food. They would end up building comradery and friendships would be formed while carrying out this simple activity that turned out to be challenging and fun in the heart of
- [Body L♥ve Fit Camp](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/body-l♥ve-fit-camp/) - Show your body some love. Joins Black YPs and community members at the Riverfront Fit Park to learn fun ways to get a good workout without a costly gym membership while taking advantage of the great weather. After work. Open to everyone. Bring your co-workers, friends, family, and even your kids! Led by the fabulous
- [To be Black in America discussion](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/black-america-discussion/) - To tie up our previous series of discussions about #BlackLivesMatter, #IAmNotYourNegro, and Get Out, we will now address the general topic of what it means to be Black in America in 2017. This will be 1 hour LIVE* moderated discussion. We will have up to 15 people live in-person for the discussion. Only members can register to join us
- [Moross Greenway Spring Cleanup](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/moross-greenway-spring-cleanup/) - Join BYP and The Moross Greenway Project to help keep the Eastside of Detroit clean. As a unit we will be performing general cleanup and trash removal along Moross Rd. around I-94 where homeless and careless motorists liter throughout the year. Learn about a part of Detroit you could potentially see yourself living in. Vests, water,
- [Spring General Body Meeting](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/spring-general-body-meeting/) - Quarterly review and information session open to the public and existing members. Refreshments will be served. Learn more about BYP and our mission Upcoming mentorship and volunteering activities Leadership and Planning opportunities within BYP (See below) Upcoming social and personal development events Special Guest Speaker: Professional Development Coach and Motivational Speaker Brian Thomas will speak ... and more!
- [Black Professionals Mixer #PitchBlack](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/pitch-black/) - This is our Winter after-work mixer focused on Black young professionals and entrepreneurs. Come mix, mingle, and meet new likeminded people. Come tell people what you do and how you do it. This is a lively, unpretentious "happy hour" event fostering networking of Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses. First drink free before 6pm Appetizers provided
- [I Am Not Your Negro - Movie & Discussion](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/not-negro-movie-discussion/) - An amazing, time telling film has been carefully crafted by James Baldwin and directed by Raoul Peck.
- [New Year New You!](https://www.bypdetroit.org/event/new-year-new/) - A series of short group panel discussions followed by questions from You! Covering Money, Fitness, and Mental Health.

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