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  • 482LAW Invites you to a Lunch and Learn

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    From 482Forward: At 482Forward, we know that advocacy along with change in legislative policies can lead to systemic change throughout our schools and the entire education system.   We regularly hear from our members that meeting legislators to discuss educational concerns helps to strengthen members’ political relationships and build advanced knowledge about Michigan schools. We…

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  • Watching the Watchers: Vera releases national census on electronic monitoring

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    This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “Watching the Watchers: Vera releases national census on electronic monitoring,” authored by Emmett Sanders. In their new report, People on Electronic Monitoring, the Vera Institute of Justice completes a massive undertaking. Collecting data from all 50 states, more than 800 counties, and the federal court…

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  • Civic Education Night in Ypsilanti

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    With generous financial support from Black Voters Matter Fund, Survivor’s Speak will be partnering up with other key organizations to host a Civic Duty Education Night (CDEN) event February 16, 2023 –ahead of this month’s presidential primary election! Come one, come all!! It’s going DOWN!! We’re going to have a night of fun wrapped around…

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  • Discussion with Khyla Craine from MDOS at Friday’s Meeting

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    Join Us Friday, February 16, 2024, for a Discussion on Early Voting with Khyla Craine, Deputy Legal Director of the Michigan Department of State. This important session will focus on early voting and other changes to Michigan elections in 2024.

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  • Muskegon Expungement Fair Needs Volunteer Attorneys

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    G.U.N.S/ City Of Muskegon Expungement Fair Save the date – Feb 23rd, 11-3pm at 95 W Broadway Ave! G.U.N.S. (Gaining Unity Through Non-Violent Solutions), the City of Muskegon, and the Michigan Attorney General’s Office are hosting an expungement fair. They are also looking for volunteers—no expungement law experience necessary. Make a difference by assisting applicants…

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  • Voter Town Hall in West Michigan

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    Save the date! Join Michigan United for their Voter Town Hall at Godfrey-Lee High School (1335 Lee St SW Wyoming, MI 49509) on Friday, March 1, at 6 pm. We’ll discuss the latest updates on election laws, MICare, and the Drive SAFE bills. Light refreshments and Spanish interpretation services will be provided. See you at…

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  • Apply to be a Paid Voting Ambassador at your School

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    Are you a high school student or educator eager to make a meaningful impact in your community? Act now and apply for our 2024 PAID My School Votes Ambassador program by Monday, February 19th. What’s in it for you?  → Training and experience in relational, digital, and remote organizing to educate, register, and turn out voters. …

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  • Michigan Statewide Learning Community Invites you!

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    The MI Statewide Learning Community is excited to share the YouTube video from their last session, a CVI report from FORCE Detroit, and to remind you about the upcoming meeting later this month. Mark your calendar for February 28th for the next Statewide Learning Community coffee hour session focused on community violence intervention. This session is a follow-up…

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  • What is Proof of Residency for Voting?

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    This article was published by Promote the Vote Michigan as part of their weekly Digital Digest: The Michigan Presidential Primary on February 27, 2024 is just 18 days away! This means you have one more week to register to vote online or by mail to vote in that election. Starting February 13 through 8 p.m.…

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  • Prison disciplinary fines only further impoverish incarcerated people and families

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    This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “Prison disciplinary fines only further impoverish incarcerated people and families,” authored by Leah Wang. In yet another example of how the criminal legal system extracts wealth from the poorest families, at least one-third of prison systems nationwide charge fines as a punishment for a rule…

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  • Key Dates and Options for Voting in Michigan’s Presidential Primary

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    All Registered Michigan voters can go to the polls on Election Day, February 27, 2024 to choose a nominee for either the Democratic or Republican primary. In addition, there are several ways to vote before election day. But first, you need to register. The deadline to register by mail or online is February 12, 2024.…

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  • Celebrating Black History Month

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    This week marks the beginning of Black History Month, a time to reflect on the past and inspire change for the future. At Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), we’re dedicated to championing the voting rights that so many Black leaders have fought for throughout history. Their courage and resilience have paved the way for…

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