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Whatâs Happening This Week (May 2â8): Events You Shouldnât Miss
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From voting deadlines to community power-building, thereâs something for everyone â stay connected and show up! Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC) is all about turning knowledge into power â and this week, there are multiple opportunities to learn, act, and engage across Michigan. Whether youâre attending virtually or in person, these events are designed…
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Voting Rights in the Headlines: What You Need to Know Now
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From federal legislation to Michigan ballot proposals, voter access is under threat â and VAAC is paying attention. At Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), we know that barriers to the ballot don’t just appear â theyâre built. Across the country, legislation disguised as âsafetyâ measures is threatening to make it harder for millions of…
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Join Us This Saturday in Warren for a Second Chance Event
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Celebrate Second Chance Month with a day of healing, connection, and resources for justice-impacted individuals Second Chance Month continues with impact and intention. This Saturday, April 26, Voting Access for All Coalition and partners invite you to Breaking Barriers, Building Futures, a community gathering dedicated to reentry, healing, and hope. đ MRCC Union Hall, 23401…
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Michigan Voter Rights Under Attack: What You Need to Know
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Across the country, dangerous âshow me your papersâ legislation like the Houseâs recently passed, deceptively named Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act is on the rise. These proof of citizenship laws capitalize on anti-immigrant sentiment and perpetuate outright lies to justify restrictive practices that will make it harder for everyone to vote. If it becomes…
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Fighting Housing Discrimination: Tony Gant Leading the Way
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During Second Chance month, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan’s Michigan Justice Fund is spotlighting Tony Gant and his work with the #HousingNotHurdles campaign. In Michigan, nearly one in three people with a criminal record are denied housing, fueling the prison-to-homelessness pipeline. Tony and advocates are fighting for the Michigan Fair Chance Access to Housing Act…
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Join Us for Events All WeekâLansing, Saginaw, Grand Rapids, Big Rapids and More!
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Join VAAC in Warren on April 26 for our Second Chance Celebration & Resource Fairâplus more powerful events happening statewide Every person deserves a fair shot at rebuilding their lifeâand access to the ballot box. Thatâs why Voting Access for All Coalition is proud to host a Second Chance Celebration & Resource Fair on Saturday,…
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Court Blocks Voter Suppression Order â But the Fight Isnât Over
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A federal judge paused enforcement of a dangerous Executive Orderânow we must stop voter suppression laws like the SAVE Act and Michiganâs HJR-B In a major win for democracy, a federal court has temporarily blocked the Trump administrationâs voting Executive Order, which would have forced voters to provide a passport or similar proof of citizenship…
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Happening Today: Community Conversation with Prosecutor Eli Savit
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Join us at 12:30 PM ET for a powerful dialogue on restorative justice, reform, and people-powered change. Our next VAAC Community Meeting is happening today, Friday, April 18 from 12:30â1:30 PM ETâand youâre invited. Weâre excited to welcome Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit for an open conversation on: Whether youâre directly impacted or a community…
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Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: A Community Gathering for Second Chances
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Join us Friday, April 26 in Warren for a powerful event centering healing, reentry, and real opportunities for justice-impacted individuals. This Second Chance Month, weâre coming together to create space for support, connection, and possibility. Breaking Barriers, Building Futures is more than an eventâitâs a call to action for what reentry should look like when…
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Attend the Mamas’ March: April 30th
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Mothering Justice is taking over the Michigan State Capitol, and we need YOU there to help us show up in full force. Lawmakers need to see us, hear us, and know that we wonât back down. This is our moment. Start making plans NOW to be at Mamas’ March 2025! Bring your friends, your family,…
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Voting Rights in Michigan Are Under Attack â We Need Your Voice Now
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Thereâs a dangerous effort underway to disenfranchise tens of thousands of Michigan voters through a proposed constitutional amendmentâand we urgently need your help. đ« 1. Oppose the Federal SAVE Act The SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act) is a harmful voter suppression bill that just passed the U.S. House and is now headed to…
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Your Vote, Your Power: Take Action This Week
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Big dates are hereâmake your voice count and help protect our rights, our people, and our future. The Voting Access for All Coalition is lifting up three key moments this week where your action can move us all forward. Whether youâre registering, voting, or rallying at the Capitolâevery step matters in the fight for justice…