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La Corte Suprema de Michigan pone fin a las sentencias de prisión sin libertad condicional para jóvenes de 19 y 20 años
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A major win for justice: Michigan steps toward a fairer future for young people and our communities. At VAAC, we believe in second chances. We believe people can grow, heal, and change. That’s why we’re celebrating the Michigan Supreme Court’s recent ruling: mandatory life without parole sentences for 19- and 20-year-olds are now unconstitutional. The…
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Informes del sistema de seguimiento de facturas de MI-CEMI: El Auditor General detecta fallas de seguridad en el MDOC
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Stay informed on MDOC, state policy, and justice reform updates—subscribe today! The MI-CEMI Bill Tracker is a powerful tool for staying up to date on Michigan Department of Corrections news, proposed state policy, and related news. VAAC encourages you to subscribe and stay informed. Here’s a recent update from this week’s report: “A recent auditor…
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¡Únase a VAAC para nuestra reunión comunitaria semanal hoy a las 12:30!
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Today we’re excited to welcome Rank MI Vote! We’ll be discussing ranked choice voting—what it is, how it works, and how it can give you more power in choosing who represents you. We’ll also dive into urgent conversations around the ongoing attacks on voting rights and share critical updates on the barriers to voting that…
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Los derechos de los votantes de Michigan están bajo ataque: ¡defiéndete y alza la voz!
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A deceptive petition threatens to silence thousands of voters. Join VAAC and allies to stop it before it reaches the ballot. The Voting Access for All Coalition is sounding the alarm: a dangerous constitutional amendment proposal is moving forward in Michigan, and we need your voice more than ever. A group misleadingly named “The Committee…
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Alzando voces, ampliando el acceso: escuche a nuestro director ejecutivo
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Watch Angela Davenport’s powerful message on why voting access for justice-impacted communities matters now more than ever. At the Voting Access for All Coalition, we believe that every voice counts—especially those too often silenced by the criminal legal system. Our work is rooted in the fight to ensure that all eligible voters in Michigan, including…
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La vida después de superar un trauma: Mujeres de Huron Valley comparten su verdad, 5 de abril
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Join us for a powerful community event uplifting the voices of women directly impacted by incarceration and advocating for dignity, healing, and justice. The Voting Access for All Coalition invites you to a transformational gathering centered on the lived experiences of women currently and formerly incarcerated at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility. “Life After Overcoming…
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¡Día de acción para detener la Ley SAVE en TODOS los distritos del Congreso!
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Anti-voter lawmakers in the US House or Representatives have introduced legislation to restrict the ability of eligible American citizens to register to vote by introducing oppressive new identification requirements. The federal SAVE Act (H.R. 22) would require documentary proof of citizenship, creating chaos in our elections while blocking eligible voters from voting. Voters Not Politicians…
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No esperes para votar: Todo lo que necesitas saber para las elecciones del 6 de mayo
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Make your voice heard early — absentee and early in-person voting options are available now in many communities. The Voting Access for All Coalition is here to ensure every Michigander—especially those impacted by the legal system—has the tools and support to vote with confidence. You don’t have to wait until Election Day to make your…
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Derecho al voto en 2025: Nos encontramos en una encrucijada crucial – Actualización del comunicado de prensa
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VAAC joins Promote the Vote, League of Women Voters, and ACCESS to break down what new laws mean for Michigan voters—and what’s at stake if we don’t act. Last week, the Voting Access for All Coalition participated in a statewide press call led by Promote the Vote, with coalition leaders from the League of Women…
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Abril es el mes de la segunda oportunidad: muchos caminos hacia un nuevo comienzo
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Recognizing Dignity, Opportunity, and Community April marks Second Chance Month, a time to honor the dignity of people seeking a fresh start. Whether it’s through expungement fairs to clear criminal records, peer-led reentry programs for returning citizens, or the chance to have a Second Look at a sentence, there are countless ways to support second…
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Abril es el Mes de la Vivienda Justa: Poner fin a la discriminación en la vivienda
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Housing is a Human Right April is Fair Chance Housing Month, a time to raise awareness about the systemic barriers that prevent people with conviction histories from accessing safe and stable housing. Across Michigan and the nation, countless individuals face discrimination from landlords, limiting their opportunities to rebuild their lives. The Fair Chance Access to…
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Únase a Nation Outside en la Conferencia de Reingreso para el Cambio
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On April 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., join Nation Outside at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan, for the Nation Outside Reentry Conference. This important gathering will bring together lawmakers, advocates, community members, and people with lived experience to discuss the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals and explore effective solutions. Breaking…
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