Saturdays in the D

Saturdays in the D is a free, community-focused program developed by the City of Detroit in partnership with the University of Michigan Center for Innovation in Detroit and supported by Ally Financial. It offers a range of educational and professional development opportunities for Detroit residents, including enrichment activities for youth and workforce-focused workshops and certificate programs for adults, emphasizing skill- building, career advancement, and college readiness.

With additional wraparound services like technology loans, peer mentorship, and career counseling, the program empowers participants to explore new opportunities, develop competencies, and connect to
thriving career pathways.

Program Features

Skill-based Learning
Opportunities

Networking and Mentorship
Opportunities

Technology Loans

SITD offers hybrid certificate programs and workshops year round, and youth
learning experiences and camps in the summer.

Participants become part of a close cohort of learners and also gain access to peer mentors, admissions counseling, and career resources.

Don’t have a computer? Don’t let that stop you from learning. SITD provides free laptop loans for learners in
our program who need them for the duration of the program.