Dr. Darienne Hudson

On October 1st of 2023, The United Way of Washtenaw County ceased being an entity unto its own. It merged with, and was rolled into, the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. At the time, leadership said it would not only maintain staff and services in Washtenaw County but expand them. WEMU's David Fair discussed where the merger stands one year later with chapter president and CEO, Dr. Darienne Hudson.

Women are earning more roles in leadership positions than ever before. But we are still without equal access and opportunity. As we wrap up our Women’s History Month series on "Washtenaw United," we explore the challenges of winning and building more leadership roles for women. WEMU's David Fair talks with the President and CEO of the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. Dr. Darienne Hudson shares her journey to leadership as a Black woman and what hurdles she’s working to help others overcome.

WEMU brings you a special Thursday edition of "Washtenaw United" this week. Typically, you hear this weekly feature on Mondays. This week, a major announcement called for an additional segment. WEMU's David Fair was joined in-studio by United Way of Washtenaw County president and CEO Pam Smith and United Way for Southeastern Michigan president and CEO, Dr. Darienne Hudson. Together, they discussed the local and regional impacts of the merger of the two entities.