Happy Earth Day and Happy 5th Anniversary to Title Track!
It’s been quite a journey since our launch on Earth Day 2019 and we continue to be so grateful for the support, encouragement, and engagement from all of our friends, family, program participants, and donors.
We look forward to the next 5 years of doing our part to engage creative practice to build resilient social-ecological systems that support clean water, racial equity, and youth empowerment.
Can you help us step into the next 5 years with a donation of $5, $10, $25, $50, or $500? THANK YOU!
Click on the thumbnail photos below for some 5th anniversary updates including program updates, program launches, and news from our recent Board of Directors retreat.
The Title Track Board of Directors recently gathered at The Neahtawanta Inn for a weekend of planning and envisioning.
Springtide Revival this June 9th!
Title Track will be participating in the upcoming 2nd Annual Springtide Revival featuring live music, healing & circus arts! Join us in Ypsilanti on June 9 for an immersive celebration of authenticity, whimsy, and the blooming season, presented by Resonant Bodies Healing Arts.
Episode 47 of State of Water
We’re thrilled to welcome Stella Young to State of Water. Stella is the Director of Development for On the Ground Global who partners with coffee farmer communities to improve standards of living through a variety of projects in support of clean water, gender equity, and cooperative economics.
Episode 2 of Eminazhichiget
In Episode 2 of Eminazhichiget we feature part 2 of our conversation with Mark Wilson. Mark reflects on how growing up in a tribal community with a deep value of taking care of each other has shaped his views on family, politics, and the current housing crisis in Traverse City. He also shares about his hopes for his Mayor Pro Tem role, exciting current projects from New Leonard Media, and a powerful message for elders and youth within his community.
Crystal Woodward-Turner joins Title Track Board of Directors!
Please join us in welcoming Crystal Woodward-Turner to the Title Track Board of Directors! Crystal joins our other new board member, Manape LaMere, as two wonderful additions to the Title Track family who bring so much creativity and care into all that they do.
Manape LaMere joins Title Track Board of Directors!
As we enter our sixth year as an organization, we are honored to welcome two new Board of Directors into our family. We are grateful for their many gifts and generosity in sharing them in support of our efforts. Please join us in welcoming one of our new directors, Manape LaMere.
Holly T. Bird to join panel for Tunnel Vision event this evening!
Title Track Co-Executive Director Holly T. Bird will be joining the panel for this evening’s Tunnel Vision event, presented by Groundwork Center, Sierra Club Michigan, Progress Michigan, and Oil & Water Don't Mix featuring a wonderful slate of panelists who be speaking on the continuing #shutdlownline5 #notunnel effort. Join the event in-person at The Alluvion in Traverse City or online!
State of Water podcast 2024 retrospective
As part of Title Track’s 5th anniversary, we’re taking a look back at this year’s State of Water episodes. Tune in to listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Soundcloud or watch highlight video clips on our social media. This week we'll also be sharing the full videos from recent episodes on our YouTube!
Episode 1 of Eminazhichiget
Eminazhichiget, which translates in Anishinaabemowin to “person who does good things for others,” is the name of a new Title Track program and podcast celebrating Anishinaabek leaders. In Episode 1 of Eminazhichiget, we are thrilled to feature Part 1 of our conversation with Mark Wilson, Mayor Pro Tem of Traverse City and owner of New Leonard Media.
Registration now open for upcoming Understanding Racial Justice cohorts!
Registration is open for upcoming Understanding Racial Justice cohorts! Join us for an in-person weekend intensive in Traverse City August 2-3 or our fall virtual cohort Tuesday evenings from October 1-29. Sliding scale and scholarships are available!
Water Protector’s Training Camp in 2024
Water Protector’s Training Camp is a unique opportunity for young people to learn with professional activists and artists in a collaborative and creative setting while exploring their own commitment to being a Water Protector. We’re excited to be offering more sessions of WPTC this summer and fall.