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Second Look Bills Introduced in Lansing
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A package of Michigan Senate Bills 321–325, introduced on may 3rd, 2023 would allow individuals who are incarcerated in Michigan to petition a judge for a reduction of their sentence after serving at least 10 years in prison. Corresponding House legislation is expected to soon be introduced. VAAC members Chuck Warpehoski (MI-CEMI) and Bonnie Zabel…
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Don’t Miss VAAC’s Community Conversation on Prison Gerrymandering!
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Virtual Event to take place on May 9, 2023 at 6 pm. Register now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/prison-gerrymandering-how…In an era of mass incarceration, where people are counted has a profound effect on our democracy — with downstream ramifications on under served communities. People who are incarcerated cannot in any meaningful sense be described as “residents” of the…
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VAAC Hosting “Spotlight on Formerly Incarcerated Women” Panel
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The VAAC Voter Outreach Team Invites You to:A Mother’s Day Celebration with Formerly Incarcerated WomenPanel Discussion: Spotlight on Formerly Incarcerated Women: Navigating Freedom, Reentry and Second Chances When: MAY 18, 2023 at 6 PM Where: On-line. Register HERE in advance for this webinar.
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Second Chance Events in Marquette Garnered Media Attention!
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VAAC Member Bonnie Zabel of Nation Outside and People of Action Coalition organized 3 events in Marquette for Second Chance Month on behalf that were a great success. Local TV news did 2 segments on the events. Even a few Lawmakers were in attendance and able to hear from directly people impacted by the criminal…
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Michigan Black Mama’s Bail Out
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Michigan Liberation’s annual Black Mama’s Bail Out for 2023 officially launched on May 1, 2023 to bail out black mamas and women of color who meet the following requirements for bail. If you or someone you know meet all of the criteria listed above call Michigan Liberation between 12 pm – 6 pm. Contact: bail@miliberation.org…
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A Town Hall on Centering Humanity in Our Legal System
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Save the Date! May 17th at 5:30 p,m.Location: Grace Fellowship Church 1301 S Harris Rd, Ypsilanti, MI Join Ypsilanti activists for a town hall titled Bridging the Gap: Centering Humanity in Our Legal System. There a panel discussion and authentic dialogue about why prioritizing humanity is crucial when addressing necessary changes in our legal system…
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Save the Date! VAAC to Host Second Chance Panel Part II May 18th, 2023
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Our first panel on the topic of Second Chances was such a success that we’re planning to bring you part 2- with all female panelists! Stay tuned for more info to come!
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Speak Up for Peer-Led Reentry Support
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Join NationOutside in advocating for a peer-led approach to reentry support! Your input is needed before May 8th, 2023 (Instructions provided HERE) It takes 30 seconds to complete. We applaud the Biden-Harris administration for pushing to expand access to healthcare in the Medicaid program to those currently incarcerated people who are transitioning back into our…
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Prison Gerrymandering Conversation Set for May 9th 2023
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Join the League of Women Voters Detroit, Detroit Public Library,Voting Access for All, Voters Not Politicians, and a panel of experts for a community conversation about ending the practice of Prison Gerrymandering from 6-7:30 on Tuesday May 9th, 2023. The program is titled Prison Gerrymandering: How Stolen Political Power Harms Our Communities. What is Prison…
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MI SoS Bringing State ID Services to Genesee County Jail
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The following press release was issued by the MI SoS Office on April 24th, 2023 FLINT, Mich. – Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today announced that her mid-Michigan mobile office is bringing its services directly to Genesee County Jail to provide state IDs to returning citizens. “We are bringing our services directly to people in…
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Citizens For Prison Reform Legislative Education Day 2023 Set for May 9th
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Families are a powerful voice for change—and we need yours! Citizens for Prison Reform’s is excited to announce our 11th Annual Legislative Education Day on Tuesday May 9th, 2023. Hear from our state leaders, impacted people and families. Anderson House Office Building, 124 North Capitol Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 PRESS CONFERENCE: 10AMLUNCH: 11:30AM(5TH FLOOR MACKINAC…
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Viewing of “13th” Set for Grand Rapids on April 29th, 2023
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Screening of “13th” in Grand Rapids! From Slave to Criminal With One Amendment Nation Outside Grand Rapids & Proactive Project present A viewing of the documentary, 13th The film 13th gives an in-depth look at the prison system in the United States and how it reveals the nation’s history of racial inequality April 29, 2023…
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