Model D – These programs are training Detroit’s minority residents in development These programs are training Detroit’s minority residents in development October 2018 For many entry-level African-American real estate developers, getting a foot in the door can be difficult, with limited opportunities to gain experience and obtain capital. Organizations see this lack of representation as a major gap, particularly given that community perspectives and experience can shape cities to grow more inclusively. Model D looks at how two key programs, including our Equitable Development Initiative, are working to bridge that gap. Read more Top