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Wake Up Detroit

Wake Up Detroit

Written by: We the People of Detroit
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Wake Up Detroit is a community-centered show that amplifies conversations around the issues shaping our collective future, including water justice, environmental equity, civic engagement, education, public health, faith, culture, and community leadership. Inspired by the legacy and vision of the late Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson and her original radio program, the show creates a platform for residents, advocates, policymakers, youth leaders, and changemakers to share stories, insights, and solutions that impact Detroit and beyond. Through honest dialogue and grassroots perspectives, Wake Up Detroit seeks to inform, inspire, and mobilize listeners to take action in their communities.

Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Social Sciences
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  • Why We Must Wake Up: Carrying Forward the Legacy of Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson

    Why We Must Wake Up: Carrying Forward the Legacy of Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson
    Jun 26 2026

    In this special introductory episode of Wake Up Detroit!, we honor the extraordinary legacy of Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson. The visionary leader, educator, activist, and beloved community champion whose voice inspired generations of Detroiters. Our host, Monica Lewis-Patrick, along with We the People of Detroit, co-founders Debra Taylor and Cecily McClellan, reflect on Mother Watson's unwavering commitment to justice, her philosophy of revolutionary love, and the enduring impact of her leadership. Together, they explore how her legacy continues to shape the work of community organizing and the conversations that Wake Up Detroit! will carry forward.

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