Dwayne Barnes, MPA currently holds the position of Senior Program Manager Community Economic Development at Detroit Future City. Dwayne is also the Entrepreneur In Residence for Storytelling & Knowledge Development at University of Michigan Public Interest Technology - Knowledge Network. Additionally, Dwayne is the Founder of Social Technology Ventures, a think tank that studies the impact of technology in urban communities. With a background in public policy engagement and outreach, Dwayne has also worked in roles such as City Council and Government Liaison at Detroit Land Bank Authority. Dwayne holds a Master of Public Administration from Oakland University and a degree in African American Studies/Communications from Eastern Michigan University.
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Detroit Future City
Mission: Through the shared vision of the Strategic Framework, Detroit Future City (DFC) is committed to advancing the quality of life for all Detroiters. We will accomplish this in partnership with residents and public and private stakeholders, and through data-driven strategies that promote the advancement of land use and sustainability, and community and economic development. Who We Are: DFC is a nonprofit charged with catalyzing implementation of the DFC Strategic Framework, a 50-year vision for the City of Detroit developed with input from more than 100,000 Detroiters. Our role is to steward equitable implementation of the recommendations made in the Strategic Framework through providing access and information to Detroiters, informing and guiding decision-makers’ initiatives and projects, and the coordination of a multitude of stakeholders. How We Are Going To Do This: Stewarding the DFC Strategic Framework recommendations Advocating for innovative approaches, policies and systems Integrating civic awareness and community participation Ensuring racial equity in all practices Our Core Principles: Be aspirational where we should be and practical where we must be. Be respectful of the city’s history, community efforts and new ideas. Be just and equitable in seeking to create benefits for all. Be transparent and inclusive of all voices participating in improving our community.
