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Sobre el terreno: La gira "Estado del Poder Popular" llega a Detroit
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It was deep and meaningful for VAAC to be part of the State of the People Power Tour when it touched down in Detroit for a powerful two-day experience rooted in Black political power, joy, and community connection. From the youth town hall to the community meal to the power rally, each part of the…
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📣 Próximamente en nuestra comunidad
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🎬 THIS FRIDAY: A Powerful Night of Truth and Transformation Redemption Road: The Story of Dr. Yusef Bunchy Shakur Come to a special screening in Lansing of Redemption Road, the powerful story of Dr. Yusef Bunchy Shakur, followed by a panel discussion with directly impacted leaders and advocates creating real change in Michigan. 🗓️ Tonight…
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Junio es el mes de concientización sobre la violencia armada 🧡
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Del 6 al 8 de junio es el Fin de Semana de Vestir de Naranja, en honor a los sobrevivientes y para crear conciencia sobre la violencia con armas de fuego en nuestras comunidades. En todo Michigan, la gente se une para lamentar, resistir y actuar. Los eventos continúan durante todo el mes. Aquí hay algunos eventos que se llevan a cabo en todo el estado:
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Eventos locales del Juneteenth ✊🏿
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Honra la libertad, la resistencia y la comunidad de las personas negras participando en Juneteenth. Aquí tienes algunas reuniones impactantes donde la comunidad se une a la cultura y la acción:
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En las noticias: Los votantes de Michigan decidirán sobre la Convención Constitucional de 2026
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In November 2026, Michigan voters will face a significant decision: whether to convene a constitutional convention to rewrite the state’s governing document. This question appears on the ballot every 16 years, as mandated by Article XII, Section 3 of the Michigan Constitution. If approved, the process would involve electing delegates from each of the 110…
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VAAC en la Feria de Recursos Comunitarios 2025 de A Brighter Way
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VAAC showed up at the A Brighter Way’s 2025 Community Resource Fair in Ypsilanti! This inspirational event brought together community members, advocates, and organizations dedicated to supporting people impacted by the legal system. We had a powerful day of connection—sharing resources, building relationships, and standing alongside others doing meaningful work. Huge respect to A Brighter…
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Poder en Pontiac: Una noche de compromiso cívico en el Foro de la Alcaldía
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Every candidate. Every chair filled. Every voice valued. This is what democracy looks like when the community leads. On May 22, 2025, Voting Access for All Coalition proudly co-hosted a nonpartisan Mayoral Forum in Pontiac—and the energy was electric. Every single candidate showed up. So did the community, packing the room wall to wall with…
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Rompiendo barreras en el acceso al voto: Únase a VAAC en dos eventos importantes la próxima semana
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Connect with leaders, community organizers, and voting rights advocates to build a stronger, more inclusive democracy. Voting Access for All Coalition is thrilled to spotlight two upcoming events that bring our community together to expand access to the ballot and foster local leadership. Whether you’re in Detroit or Lansing, there’s a way for you to…
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Estamos de vuelta: analicemos y defendamos juntos el derecho al voto
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Last week, VAAC was on the ground in Lansing, fighting a deceptive petition summary that threatens the rights of Michigan voters. Today, we’re back—and we need you in the conversation. On May 16, we canceled our regularly scheduled community meeting to attend a critical Michigan Board of State Canvassers hearing. The Board was voting on…
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¡Menuda semana! ¡Ayuda a impulsar el trabajo de VAAC sobre el terreno!
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This week, like most weeks, VAAC has been on the move—educating, organizing, and standing up for voting rights across Michigan! Here’s What We’ve Been Up To: These events are just a glimpse into our ongoing work to ensure that every Michigander has the information and resources they need to vote. But we can’t do it…
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La eliminación de los períodos de gracia: un nuevo ataque al voto por correo
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Voting rights are under attack again—this time, through the rollback of mail-in ballot grace periods. Lawmakers in several states are working quickly to eliminate grace periods for mail-in ballots—policies that have long ensured voters who mail their ballots on time still have their votes counted if delivery is delayed. Kansas has already passed a law…
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Qué sucede esta semana (del 23 al 30 de mayo): Reuniones del VAAC y más
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Join VAAC this week as we defend democracy and uplift community-led change across Michigan. Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC) is proud to be part of powerful virtual gatherings this week focused on advocacy, civic engagement, and organizing for justice. From our own coalition meeting to statewide conversations about preventing violence and building political power,…