Our Mission The Ginsberg Center cultivates and stewards equitable partnerships between communities and the University of Michigan in order to advance social change for the public good. Based upon this mission, our vision is for inclusive democracy; thriving, diverse communities; and equity and social justice. Empowering students to engage in positive change through social justice education, leadership development, and meaningful service experiences with community. Supporting faculty and academic program staff efforts to connect socially just community engagement experiences to coursework, research and programs. Connecting community organizations with students, faculty, and staff that are invested in positive social change.