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Pausa. Lee. Decide. ¡No renuncies a tus derechos!
What’s circulating right now is dangerous — here’s what you need to know A petition backed by “Americans for Citizen Voting” is now circulating in Michigan — and it’s not what it seems. While it claims to protect elections, it would actually strip rights from eligible voters and rewrite voter-approved protections already enshrined in our…
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Banco telefónico semanal: todos los martes de 5:30 p. m. a 8 p. m.
Talk to voters. Fight disinformation. Build power. Join Voting Access for All, Jews for a Secular Democracy, and MUUSJN as we call voters across the state to share critical, up-to-date info about voting rights, ballot initiatives, and upcoming elections. No experience is needed — we’ll provide the training and script. Every Tuesday 5:30–8:00 PM Virtual…
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Los buenos problemas siguen vivos: Día Nacional de Acción del 17 de julio
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Honor John Lewis’s legacy. Carry it forward. On Wednesday, July 17, VAAC joins communities across the country in taking part in Good Trouble Lives On, a national day of action honoring the legacy of Congressman John Lewis — a civil rights hero who taught us that getting into “good trouble” is necessary for justice. This…
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Foros de candidatos a la alcaldía: ¡Haz que se escuche tu voz!
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Three events. One goal: accountable leadership. It’s election season — and across Michigan, communities are creating their own space to demand answers, share their stories, and shape the future of their cities. This July, attend one (or more!) of these powerful mayoral candidate forums. Hear directly from those running to lead your community — and…
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Enfoque: Nuevo informe revela deficiencias en el acceso al voto en las cárceles
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A new report from The Sentencing Project, Voting From Prison: Lessons From Maine and Vermont, reveals that while people in Maine and Vermont retain their right to vote while incarcerated, fewer than 10% of eligible voters in prison cast ballots in the 2018 election. Barriers like limited access to information, literacy challenges, and complex absentee…
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ALERTA: Petición para suprimir el voto aprobada para circular en Michigan
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New initiative threatens voting rights for thousands — here’s what you need to know On June 27, the Michigan Board of State Canvassers approved the 100-word summary for a constitutional amendment proposed by Americans for Citizen Voting — also promoted under the name Prove It, Michigan. This approval means circulators can now start collecting signatures…
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Únase a nuestra próxima reunión comunitaria con Khyla D. Craine — 11 de julio
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Voting access, jail-based disenfranchisement & Michigan’s Road to Restoration Our biweekly VAAC Community Meetings are a space where directly impacted people, organizers, and advocates come together to learn, share, and strategize for change. On Friday, July 11, we’re honored to welcome Khyla D. Craine, J.D., Chief Legal Director for the Michigan Department of State, for…
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Llama a la democracia: el cambio empieza con tu llamada
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Join us for virtual phone banking — every Tuesday from 5:30 to 8 PM — from wherever you are. Every Tuesday evening, VAAC, JFASD, and MUUSJN are teaming up to make sure voters across Michigan have the information and support they need to participate — and we want you on the phones with us. You’ll…
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Comparte tu opinión sobre las elecciones: obtén una tarjeta de regalo $20
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Take a short survey to shape Michigan’s voting future At VAAC, we know that hearing directly from Michigan voters is vital to building a more accessible and equitable democracy. That’s why we’re excited to partner with Promote the Vote MI, a leading pro‑voter coalition working to advance voting rights in our state. They’re inviting you…
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Sigue el camino de baldosas amarillas: Gran inauguración del VAAC en el Arts Alley de Detroit
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Join us July 6 for youth-powered art, community joy, and civic engagement This weekend, VAAC is thrilled to be part of Detroit’s Arts Alleys Openings, an initiative to transform neighborhood spaces into hubs of creativity, connection, and care. Join us on Saturday, July 6 at 3 PM at the Yellow Brick Road Arts Alley (14208…
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Detroit: Recuperemos nuestro poder
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VAAC joins Detroit Action’s Neighborhood Summit to uplift housing justice, people power, and joyful resistance This month, VAAC joined our partners at Detroit Action for their inspiring Neighborhood Summit, where powerful conversations, bold visioning, and deep organizing took center stage. From housing timelines to political education, the summit made one thing clear: when we organize…
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Construyendo poder comunitario: VAAC en el Fin de Semana de la Libertad 2025
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Detroit voices unite for safety, accountability, and change This past weekend, VAAC joined the NAACP Detroit Branch at Freedom Weekend 2025 for a powerful public policy lunch and panel discussion: “How We Keep Us Safe – A Call to Action for Police Accountability and Community Care.” The conversation was urgent and deeply rooted in lived…
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Dígale al Congreso: Proteja Medicaid. Sin recortes. Sin barreras.
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Urge your U.S. Representative to vote NO on a bill that slashes health care and increases poverty The shock of this bill is hard to overstate. These leaders just voted to spend trillions of dollars to increase poverty and hunger, to strip away health coverage, and to create the biggest redistribution of wealth from poor…
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11 de julio: Únase a la conversación sobre el acceso al voto y las barreras del sistema legal
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Featuring special guest Khyla D. Craine from the Michigan Department of State Every other Friday, VAAC brings together directly impacted people, advocates, and organizers to talk about the systems shaping our lives — and how we can change them. Join us on Thursday, July 11 for a powerful conversation with Khyla D. Craine, Chief Legal…
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