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  • VAAC Community Meetings: Back on September 19

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    Taking a short break for Labor Day — we’ll return with Ken Nixon and a powerful conversation on life after exoneration. Every other Friday, Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC) brings people together for community meetings that connect, inform, and strengthen our shared movement for justice. These gatherings are a space for directly impacted people,…

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  • Save the Date: Healing Justice Advocacy Day

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    Standing together for reproductive justice, voting rights, and community power Join Wisdom Institute and the community for Healing Justice Advocacy Day on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Michigan State Capitol, 100 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48933. We’re heading to Lansing to demand healing-centered policies and hold lawmakers…

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  • Phone Bank for Democracy – Join Us September 3!

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    Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 | 5:30 – 8:00 PM | Virtual Join Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), Michigan League of Conservation Voters (MLCV), and Jews for a Secular Democracy (JFASD) for a powerful evening of action. Together, we’ll host a virtual phone bank to connect with Michiganders about the upcoming 2025 municipal elections…

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  • Trees of Liberation: A Day of Reflection, Power, and Community

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    Earlier this week, community voices grew stronger at Kensington Metropark Earlier this week, Michigan United and Michigan Liberation hosted Trees of Liberation Day at Kensington Metropark — and Voting Access for All Coalition was proud to stand in solidarity. The day created space for reflection, connection, and hope, reminding us that building power begins with…

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  • Pull Up and Plug In: Breaking Barriers, Building Power

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    Our first ID clinic shows what’s possible when community comes together Yesterday, VAAC and partners launched our very first ID clinic — Pull Up and Plug In: Claim Your ID, Claim Your Vote, Claim Your Power. Hosted at the Ypsilanti District Library with support from the Michigan Department of State, the day was about more…

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  • Healing Justice Advocacy Day at the Michigan State Capitol

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    Join us September 3 to uplift reproductive justice, water rights, and voter power On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the Wisdom Institute and the Everyone Counts Detroit Coalition are uniting at the Michigan State Capitol to demand policies that reflect true healing justice. This day of advocacy will bring together community members, organizers, and leaders to…

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  • Building Power Through Training with MLCV

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    Young leaders and community members are ready to take action for voting rights We’re grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Michigan League of Conservation Voters (MLCV) for a powerful training earlier this week. Together, we equipped young people and community members with tools to mobilize voters, lead phone banks, and have meaningful conversations…

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  • Tomorrow: Back to School Bash – Free Supplies and Community Support

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    Join us on August 23 for resources, voter education, and celebration in Detroit As families prepare for the school year, we’re coming together to make sure kids and caregivers have the tools, resources, and confidence they need to thrive. On Saturday, August 23, from 1:00–4:00 PM, stop by 12400 E. 7 Mile, Detroit, MI 48205…

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  • Take Action on August 27: Phone Bank with VAAC, MLCV, and JFASD

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    Make calls. Share facts. Protect voting rights from your own home On Wednesday, August 27, from 5:30–8:00 PM (ET), join Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), the Michigan League of Conservation Voters (MLCV), and Jews for a Secular Democracy (JFASD) for a powerful virtual phone bank. Together, we’ll connect with voters, answer their questions, and…

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  • Trees of Liberation Day: Honoring Freedom and Community

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    Join Michigan United and Michigan Liberation for a day of reflection and renewal This Wednesday, August 27, from 9 AM – 1 PM, community members will gather at Kensington Metropark for Trees of Liberation Day, a day of remembrance, healing, and collective power. Hosted by Michigan United and Michigan Liberation, this gathering creates space to…

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  • Taking the Lede: Amplify Justice in the Media

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    Learn how to get the press to pay attention to what matters most Media can shape how communities and policymakers understand incarceration and justice — and we want our stories told truthfully and powerfully. That’s why we’re excited to share an upcoming opportunity from our friends at the Prison Policy Initiative and the Center for…

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  • Know Before You Sign – VAAC Community Meeting Today at 12:30 PM

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    Understanding Petitions That Could Impact Our Communities Join us today, Friday, August 15 at 12:30 PM for an important VAAC Community Meeting featuring Kathryn Ellywicz from HPCAN (Historic Preservation Citizens Action Network). Kathryn will break down the petitions currently circulating across Michigan, including: This is your chance to get the facts, ask questions, and prepare…

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