CPR-Detroit co-chair Brenda Smith speaks with a student following the forum.

Terri Burch, an officer of EMU’s NAACP chapter, prepares to introduce the next student panelist at the forum.

Jim Embry of the Boggs Center speaks with a student following the forum.

Meghan Wilson presents poetry during intermission.

Eastern Michigan University journalism professor Charles Simmons introduces the panelists representing various Detroit organizations.

Maureen Taylor informs attendees of the Michigan Welfare Rights Organization.