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A J Johnson is a fierce community advocate and policy wonk committed to public service through journalism that informs, educates, and advances public discourse and policies. She is also an information scientist, audio podcaster, and proud Mom.

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Metro Detroit teen entrepreneur creates sustainable period product brand to reduce waste

Avatar photo by A J Johnson October 2, 2024October 3, 2024

17-year-old Saanvi Kalia founded EcoFlo, a website that raises awareness about sustainable menstrual products and sells seamless, breathable, washable period underwear, with the goal of reducing plastic waste and providing an alternative to single-use period products.

Posted inNeighborhood Reporting Lab

VOICES: Detroit’s fugitive dust ordinance won’t protect residents

Avatar photo by A J Johnson August 13, 2024December 30, 2024
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Lawsuit alleges regulators manipulated air quality data for Detroit concrete producer

Avatar photoAvatar photo by Tom Perkins and A J Johnson July 12, 2024
Posted inCommunity

This Detroiter crochets plastic bags into blankets for unhoused residents

Avatar photo by A J Johnson April 23, 2024February 14, 2025

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