• Citizens for Prison Reform Hosts Storytelling Workshops & Capital Day

    In preparation for Legislative Education Day, Citizens for Prison reform is hosting storytelling workshops to help families who have lost visitation with their loved ones practice and prepare to speak with their legislators on on Legislative Education Day on May 16. 2024 RSVP using the QR code or by clicking links below: April 15th –…

  • Join the Criminal Justice Reform Legislation Coalition Meeting

    Join our coalition of community leaders in advocating for meaningful change in Lansing. Together, let’s address critical gaps in the criminal justice system and prioritize genuine public safety. Help us plan our upcoming Capitol Day! We meet every other Wednesday. The next meeting is Wednesday May 1, at 2-3 pm. Click this link to join!…

  • Washtenaw County Sheriff Candidate Forum

    The League of Women Voters of Washtenaw County & The Dispute Resolution Center Present Washtenaw County Sheriff,  Democratic Primary Candidate Forum Candidate forum May 8, 2024 for the August 6 Democratic Primary Election, Washtenaw County Sheriff.  IN PERSON at Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center4135 Washtenaw Ave Ann Arbor Michigan 48108See map: Google Maps Moderated by the DRC’s Executive…

  • MI Voting Rights Act Forum on April 15, 2024

    Join Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, State Senators Moss, Camilleri, Chang, and Geiss on Monday, April 15th, 2024 at 5:30 pm for a Michigan Voting Rights Act Community Forum being held at the Calvary Presbyterian Church of Detroit, located at 19125 Greenview Ave, Detroit 48219. Come and support! Looking forward to seeing you there!

  • Over Charged and Over Convicted

    Many individuals face disproportionately harsh sentences, often due to systemic biases and inequities in our legal system. “Overcharged Over Convicted” aims to shed light on this critical issue by exploring the root causes of overcharging and over-sentencing, and their consequences for our communities. Together, let’s examine potential solutions for reform. Date: April 27, 2024 Time:…

  • April Special Elections: Early Voting Underway

    From our friends at Promote the Vote Michigan: It’s April! And the 2024 Special Election for House Districts 13 and 25 is fast approaching! Here are some reminders for voters in House Districts 13 and 25:  Starting April 2 through 8 p.m. on Election Day (April 16), you must register to vote in person at…

  • Nation Outside: Housing Not Hurdles Action Alert

    April is Fair Housing Month and as part of Nation Outside’s continuing Housing Not Hurdles campaign we NEED your voices for two critical opportunities to make a difference and be HEARD. Monday April 8, 2024 – Lansing The Lansing City Council Meeting will be on Monday, April 8th from 7-9pm at Lansing City Hall 124…

  • Second Chance Month: FREE Expungement Fairs

    April is Second Chances Month, and while Clean Slate legislation offers hope to many of those impacted by the legal system in Michigan, for too many people a further barrier remains – Cost. Filing fees and other costs can total $100, putting a fresh start out of reach for many system-impacted people. Those who have…

  • Learn About How Michigan StatMichigan Budget Appropriations Workshop

    Join this Public Informational Workshop presented by Rep Donavan McKinney happening Saturday April 6th in Pontiac! All are welcome! Learn how to navigate the appropriations process and gain valuable insights into how to effectively advocate to lawmakers. Date: Saturday, April 6, 2024 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Location: Prospect Missionary Baptist Church, 351 Prospect…

  • April Mi-CEMI Member Convening

    MI-CEMI & VERA Action Thursday April 25th, 20247:00 to 8:30 PM, virtual Free event, open to all Crime persists as a longstanding concern for both Michiganders and voters nationwide. Ensuring safety is a fundamental right for all individuals, no matter where they live, they color of their skin, or how they vote. Despite the declining trend in violent…

  • Criminal Legal Reform Bills Get Hearings

    From our friends at Safe and Justice Michigan Activity in the Capitol picks upSJM at office visits, committee hearings After months of waiting for activity at the Michigan State Capitol, March finally brought the movement we were looking for — in abundance. Here’s a quick round-up of what’s been happening in Lansing, but you can read…

  • Friday, March 15, 2024 VAAC Weekly Meeting is Cancelled.

    We apologize for the short notice. Our regular meeting at 12:30 p.m. is cancelled for this week. See you at the next one on Friday, March 22, 2024!

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