The Michigan Afterschool Partnership advocates for equitable systems that support and expand quality out-of-school time experiences for all youth in the state.

Vision

The out-of-school time (OST) sector is a leader in equipping young people and adults across Michigan with the high-quality, youth-driven, and equitable experiences and resources they need to thrive in school, work, and life.

Values

• Transformative Justice – We change structural forces and systems that harm some groups while benefiting others.

• Belonging – We create environments where all MASP partners and staff feel that they are seen, heard, and valued.

• Bold Action – We use data to drive bold, creative and strategic risks to accelerate change.

• Authentic Relationships – We build relationships that are honest, transparent, respectful, and trustworthy.

• Youth Driven – We center youth in everything that we do.

• Agency – We create opportunities for OST practitioners, youth, families and partners to be change makers.

Our Core Competencies

• Supports - MASP is a statewide resource for the latest research, current trends, best practices, and programmatic training.

• Informs - MASP shares key data and information that fosters a broader understanding of the needs of youth for OST in Michigan.

• Engages - MASP connects and mobilizes stakeholders and influencers in support of quality and equitable Out-of-School Time

• Champions - MASP champions policies and funding to create a strong, equitable OST system across Michigan.