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What is the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance (SEMCA)?


Since 1996, the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance (SEMCA) has been a leader in workforce development programs and substance abuse and prevention services. SEMCA partners with various contractors to service residents in Wayne and Monroe counties, excluding the city of Detroit.

SEMCA is committed to its vision for a competitive economy that is sustained by private and public partnerships that develop a productive workforce.

As a result of our dedication to the residents of southeast Michigan, SEMCA is accredited by the Council on Accreditation, the first nonprofit organization in the country to receive such an accreditation from the Council under its newest network standards.

SEMCA is governed by four volunteer boards that fulfill specific functions of for the organization the Workforce Development Board, the Substance Abuse Services Board , and the Education Advisory Group.

Southeast Governmental Alliance (SEGA)

SEGA is the governing board of SEMCA. It is comprised of elected officials from the SEMCA region. The Honorable Mayor Abdul (Al) Haidous, City of Wayne, is the board chair.

Workforce Development Board

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.

Education Advisory Group

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 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.