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482Forward is a coalition creating a Detroit where every student graduates ready to become a fully engaged participant in the world, equipped with the character and the capacity to negotiate their environment and change it for the better.

WE STAND FOR EDUCATION JUSTICE!

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Upcoming Events

482Forward New Member Orientation

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 5:30-6:45 PM (Techtown Detroit)

Join 482Forward for our monthly new member orientation. This is an opportunity to meet a few staff members, learn more about the organizational structure and current campaigns, and become an official member! Signup today and invite a friend! Join us at 440 Burroughs, ste 315. >>> Register Here

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING- June

Saturday, June 6th, 2026, 10am-12pm (@Mayflower Church- 7301 Curtis St.)

Join us for our monthly General Membership Meeting, a space to meet other members, learn more about the context behind the work we're doing, get political education, find teams and committees to join and get deeper into the work, and just build community with us! This month, we’ll do community building, learn about relational organizing/canvassing, and hit the neighborhood to educate folks on the DPSCD Millage.

>>> Register Here

general membership meeting- JULY

Saturday, July 2nd, 2026, 5:30-7:30pm (Location TBD)

Join us for our monthly General Membership Meeting, a space to meet other members, learn more about the context behind the work we're doing, get political education, find teams and committees to join and get deeper into the work, and just build community with us! This month we’ll focus on our plan for listening sessions across the city as we work hard to build our base.

>>> Register Here

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Who is 482Forward?

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