BasBlue builds possibility and power for women and nonbinary people in Detroit
Published on Apr 29, 2026, 4:30:23 PM
Total time: 00:21:19
Published on Apr 29, 2026, 4:30:23 PM
Total time: 00:21:19
BasBlue is a community driven nonprofit rooted in Detroit. Its goal is to reimagine what opportunity can look like for women and nonbinary individuals.
It brings together mentorship, professional development and community in one space, designed to spark growth and connection. In 2026, BasBlue celebrated five years in Detroit with more than 600 active members and counting.
Chief Operating Officer for BasBlue Ellen Gilchrist stopped by The Metro to explain how spaces like BasBlue are helping close long-standing gaps in opportunity.
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