An Elmwood Township man has been appointed to serve on one of Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s advisory councils.
Marshall R. Collins Jr., a member of Northwest Education Services Instructional Services Team and regional health and Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) coordinator, was appointed to serve on the governor’s Black Leadership Advisory Council.
Collins is also a founding member and leader of Northwest Ed’s Culturally Responsive Education Group (CREG), which is working to build understanding, trust and relationships that span diverse backgrounds and needs throughout the region’s schools. Collins is respected for his work in supporting North Ed’s Farm to School, social studies and health curricula, as well as his professional development efforts.
“(Collins’) dedication to educating teachers and students is a valuable asset to our schools,” said Matt Olson, North Ed’s assistant superintendent of professional learning and innovation.
“His insights and his commitment to furthering social justice and DEIB efforts is a significant service to our region, and now to the council and the entire Great Lakes State. (Collins’) steadfast investment in this arena shines in his work and his character, and his impact resonates throughout the community.”
The Black Leadership Advisory Council acts in an advisory capacity to Gov. Whitmer and develops, reviews, and recommends policies and actions designed to eradicate and prevent discrimination and racial inequity in Michigan.
Collins is appointed to represent Black leadership in public policy, a term commencing Jan. 1, 2024, and expiring Dec. 31, 2026.
