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VAAC Needs YOU!
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Our dedicated volunteers are the backbone of everything we do at VAAC. Together, we’ve accomplished a lot. Our successes in 2020 and 2021 have inspired us to set even bigger goals for 2022. We want to reach more jails, more communities, and spread our message all across the state. And with your help, we can…
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Prison Gerrymandering Training Sessions Announced
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The Redistricting Data Hub (RDH) is pleased to announce two new trainings on Prison Gerrymandering, in partnership with Brianna Remster and Rory Kramer of Villanova University. These trainings are inspired in part by their research on the process of reallocating incarcerated populations in Pennsylvania. They are currently extending that work to analyze the impact of…
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VAAC Member Spotlight: Percy Glover
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As an active member of the Voter Access for All Coalition, Percy Glover offers expertise that is invaluable in the expansion of Vote by Mail in Jail’s programming as well as the implementation of jail voting in Michigan. His partnership with grassroot groups and non-profit organizations alike have inspired more robust voter turnout among eligible…
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𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞!
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Michigan is one of only six states with no policy for Good Time or Earned Time Credits. Because of our 100% Truth in Sentencing law and the lack of a Good Time policy, incarcerated individuals in Michigan serve approximately 126% of their minimum sentence or 6.5 years on average. Consequently, we are #1 in the country…
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WLNS News Segment on Prison Gerrymandering Features VAAC’s Danny Jones
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In December of 2021 when the Michigan Citizens Independent Redistricting Commission (MICRC) was deciding how to redraw the legislative district maps for Michigan, this story and video appeared on WLNS.com. It features an interview with VAAC’s Chairperson, Danny Jones. Watch it here or read the article below. Have you ever heard of prison gerrymandering? Here’s…
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Strong Women Warriors Table of Perseverance
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The Grand Rapids Chapter of A. Philip Randolph Institute recently hosted a panel discussion as part of their Black History Month Virtual Community Conversation program. Watch the recording from the February 15th Facebook Live event HERE. Hear our sisters as they share their stories of the obstacles and challenges they’ve overcome, what they’ve learned from…
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Drawing The Line: Film Screening and Roundtable Discussion Feb 24
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EMU is hosting a screening of Drawing the Line: Inside the Fight to End Prison Gerrymandering, followed by a roundtable discussion.
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Join Us for a Rally at the Valley
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Please stand with us as we stand up for our sisters/siblings at Michigan’s only women’s prison. They aren’t keeping them safe with proper COVID precautions, they’re being exposed to high levels of black mold and more, and there are also reports of abuse (sexual, physical, mental, verbal). We can’t sit back and allow our sisters/siblings…
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Open our Hearts to our Incarcerated Neighbors
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Join the Poor People’s Campaign for Moral Monday @ the Michigan State CapitalMonday, February 14, 2022 starting at12:00 PMLocation: Michigan State Capitol Building•100 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 US CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Somebody’s Hurting our Incarcerated Neighbors, and We Won’t Be Silent Anymore! The Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival,…
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VAAC Members Key Speakers at Community Conversation focusing on Black Men and Mental Health Issues.
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This event has taken place. To watch a recording of the conversation, please click HERE. On February 1, 2022, to kick off Black History Month, Grand Rapids Chapter of A. Philip Randolph Institute and Grand Rapids ProActive held a moving Community Conversation focusing on Black men and mental health issues. Watch the video HERE as…
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VAAC Celebrates Black History 365 Days a Year
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The right to vote The right to an educationThe right to organize The right to live with dignity These are values we hold dear and fight for not just during Black History Month but all year ’round! One of the best ways to celebrate Black History Month is by promoting voter registration and access for…
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Interview with VAAC Member Percy Glover
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On January 26, 2022, VAAC Member Percy Glover participated in a video info-session hosted by Amani Sawari of Spread the Vote and VAAC. Watch the video to learn about the methods used by VAAC and other high impact partners to serve voters incarcerated at the Genesee County Jail for the past 6 elections, most recently…
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