Mon, Jul 06
|Voyageur College Preparatory High School
Spatial Justice Summer Camp
This paid program offers hands-on training in GIS and remote sensing for high school students at Voyageur College Prep in Detroit. Explore air quality, public health, and field data analysis to make a real impact in your community.
Time & Location
Jul 06, 2026, 9:00 AM – Jul 10, 2026, 3:00 PM
Voyageur College Preparatory High School, 4366 Military St, Detroit, MI 48210, USA
Guests
About the event
Hosted by The Earthly Advocate, this week-long program empowers Detroit high school students to explore how pollution impacts their communities and how mapping technology can drive change.
Pollution Justice Tour – Explore Detroit’s industrial corridors and traffic hotspots to observe and record pollution firsthand.
Field Data Collection – Use portable air quality monitors and mapping tools to capture real-time data.
Tech Training – Learn online geospatial tools to turn raw data into maps and insights.
Environmental Justice Focus – Connect every lesson to Detroit’s health and environmental challenges.
Paid Experience – Each student receives a stipend for their time and work.