SEMCA Organizational Information
Since 1996, the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance (SEMCA) has been the leader in workforce development programs and substance abuse and prevention services. The Alliance partners with various contractors to service residents in Wayne and Monroe counties, excluding the city of Detroit.
SEMCA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. As a result of our dedication to the residents of southeast Michigan, SEMCA is accredited by the Council on Accreditation. SEMCA is the first nonprofit organization in the country to receive such an accreditation from the Council under its newest network standards.
Southeast Governmental Alliance (SEGA)
SEGA is the governing board of SEMCA. It is comprised of elected officials from the SEMCA region. Wayne Mayor Abdul (Al) Haidous is the board chair.
SEMCA is governed by four volunteer boards that cater to every function of the organization.
This board maintains an effective workforce development system that is responsive to the needs of employers and residents, thereby creating a stronger Michigan economy. Charlotte (Charlie) Mahoney is the board chair.
This board assists public school districts, career and adult education programs, and community colleges with the design and coordination of programs that provide students with essential academic, technical and work behavior training to maximize their potential for substantive employment with Michigan employers. Robert Schnieders is the board chair.
Substance Abuse Services Board
This board maintains an effective delivery system of substance abuse services in Wayne (except the city of Detroit, they have their own substance abuse services) and Monroe counties through periodic assessment of community needs, maximum utilization of all available resources and constant monitoring and evaluation of service providers. Marsha Bianconi is the board chair.
