Become a part of the change makers in this one-of-a-kind historic district in the country located in Birmingham, Alabama. Join us in creating placemaking art and landscapes.

Older communities, which are often lower-income communities, have been characterized as having housing of lesser value. It is a known fact that low income people inherit communities already in decline. Join us in developing curriculums to debunking the myths, while educating residents on how housing values are determined as a way for people to age in place, and not be displaced by flight back into municipal housing strategy areas.

Calling all history buffs... Volunteer with us to document the stories that make this country a better place in the world. In our tour strategy areas, there is a need for individuals to help document the stories and archive photos with local living legends who have aged and do not have the resources.

Genesis History Maker CDC (GHMCDC) Tourism readiness training is designed to prepare individuals and communities for the hospitality industry. The training will cover a variety of aspects, such as customer service, cultural awareness, safety protocols, archiving, and hospitality skills. The goal is to enhance the overall readiness of a destination and small /medium tour operators to develop the business capacity to effectively attract, book, and positively engage with tourists.

March 2025 SAVE THE DATE: Meet Us In Birmingham, Alabama for our Annual Conference Convening Tourism and Community Development Practitioners in the Birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement. Reserve your spot on our save the date registry to be the first to receive planning updates.