Being a college student can be difficult. There are many stressful days and late nights in undergrad, which only seems to get worse as you near graduation. While being a student is stressful, being a student with children is even more taxing. According to the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, 22% of all undergraduate students are parents, about 1 in 5 students. Being a parent isn’t easy by any stretch of the imagination, and parents who are students often find themselves in need of additional support.
The Detroit Parent Network, or DPN, is a nonprofit that seeks to provide that additional support to parents. This organization was founded in 2002 to assist low-income families in Detroit, primarily by creating a network of parents who become a shoulder to lean on.
DPN works with children up to the third grade to increase literacy and enrich their education, as well as holding support groups for parents and grandparents raising their grandchildren. Due to COVID-19, DPN also holds virtual “trips” with activities for parents.
Getting support from other parents can make a positive difference if you find yourself struggling, especially while putting yourself through school. Don’t be afraid to reach out for help if you need it. Organizations like the DPN are there for just that.
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