Dr. Madhavi Reddy

Biography

Madhavi Reddy is a Detroit-based community builder who works at the intersection of justice and place. Her work focuses on leveling the playing field for public participation and creating opportunities for people in various sectors to develop shared strategies for change. With a commitment to inclusion, Madhavi draws on her experiences as a child of immigrants to create systemic change and decrease barriers to access, fostering community engagement. She has worked in diverse communities globally, including tenure in Toronto, and has managed complex community processes vital for building stronger, connected communities. Her expertise lies in developing co-creation processes that center on resident experiences, advocating for neighborhood voices, and implementing critical block-level land use planning. Currently, Madhavi serves as the executive director of Community Development Advocates of Detroit, a membership organization focused on serving Detroit's community development ecosystem. She has also held roles such as interim director of the Master of Community Development program at the University of Detroit Mercy and adjunct faculty at Wayne State University.

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