Every great city is carried by great leaders. In Detroit, a group is working to uplift and honor Black leadership across Michigan

WWJ's Ryan Marshall, left, and African American Leadership Institute President Al Williams
WWJ's Ryan Marshall, left, and African American Leadership Institute President Al Williams Photo credit Ryan Marshall/WWJ

DETROIT (WWJ) – Here in Michigan – or anywhere, for that matter – passing down the torch of leadership is not always as easy as it may seem.

For the last decade, the African American Leadership Awards in Detroit have been recognizing Michigan's Black leadership. This weekend in Detroit a host of leaders within the community will gather to reflect on the past and look towards the future.

On a new Daily J podcast, WWJ's Zach Clark learns the African American Leadership Institute – the organization behind the awards show – works year-round to create the next generation of leadership.

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Featured Image Photo Credit: Ryan Marshall/WWJ