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VAAC Friday Community Meeting on May 22nd
Join VAAC on May 22 for a Mental Health Awareness Month conversation with Hakim Crampton on mental health, incarceration, and alternatives to solitary confinement. The discussion will explore a Therapeutic Spaces proposal, the impact prolonged isolation has on incarcerated people, and ongoing advocacy efforts in Michigan pushing for more humane approaches within correctional settings.
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VAAC in the News: Amplifying Every Voice on Election Day
Executive Director Angela Davenport Shares Why Voting Access for All Matters On Election Day, Voting Access for All Coalition was featured on FOX 2 Detroit, where Executive Director Angela Davenport spoke about the critical importance of civic education, outreach, and year-round engagement across Michigan communities. In the interview, Angela emphasized how VAAC works to ensure
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Volunteer with VAAC: Build Power, Break Barriers
Discover how you can take action every week with Voting Access for All Voting Access for All is powered by advocates and volunteers who believe every Michigander should have the freedom to vote—especially those impacted by incarceration, poverty, and systemic barriers. When you volunteer with VAAC, you’re helping to remove obstacles and strengthen democracy for
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Mop Up Michigan Signature Push Continues to May 13th
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The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics (MMOP) campaign says it needs 13,250 more volunteer signatures before May 13 to help qualify the initiative for the November ballot. Organizers are encouraging community members to volunteer, sign petitions, and help collect signatures during the final push.
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Sign #HandsOffMIVote Open Letter: Protect Access, Support Election Workers
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Proposals requiring documentary proof of citizenship continue to advance, despite repeated findings that noncitizen voting is extremely rare. Please sign the #HandsOffMIVote Open Letter calls on Michigan voters to oppose new barriers to participation, support election workers, and protect access to voting.
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Upcoming Community Events in May
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VAAC will be participating in several community events throughout May, including a Detroit Warrant Clinic, A Brighter Way’s annual Community BBQ, and a statewide Governor Candidate Forum focused on public safety, democracy, and community issues.
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Voting Rights Art Pop-Ups Continue in May
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VAAC and Indivisible Metro Detroit are continuing community art pop-ups on May 19th and 28th as part of a collaborative Voting Rights Art Installation. Community members are invited to reflect on voting, access, barriers, and democracy through writing, drawing, and mixed media.
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Mother’s Day, Black Mama’s Bail Out, Support for Incarcerated Mothers
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This Mother’s Day, VAAC is sharing resources on Black Mama’s Bail Out and AFSC Michigan’s toolkit honoring incarcerated mothers. These efforts highlight the impact of incarceration on mothers, caregivers, children, and families, and the need for support beyond a single day.
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Statewide Jail Voting Workgroup Continues Expanding Coordination Across Michigan
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VAAC’s Statewide Jail Voting Workgroup continues expanding coordination across Michigan to support voting access for eligible voters detained in county jails. The work includes strengthening county relationships, improving communication systems, and preparing for the upcoming election cycle. Our next meeting is Thursday, May 21st.
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Michigan Secretary of State Announces Election Oversight Safeguards for 2026 Governor’s Race
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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced new procedures outlining how certain election responsibilities will be handled while she is also a candidate for governor in 2026. The policy is intended to separate parts of election administration connected to the race from her direct oversight.
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Michiganders Say No to Passing the Farm Bill
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Michigan farmers, food assistance advocates, and environmental groups are urging the U.S. Senate to reject the Farm Bill passed by the House, warning that it would preserve SNAP cuts, weaken conservation efforts, and place additional strain on working families and small farms.
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A Letter from Our Executive Director on the Supreme Court’s Decision in Louisiana v. Callais: This Is Not Normal
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A message from Angela Davenport, our Executive Director on the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais and what this moment means for our communities and our vote.
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The Supreme Court Stripped Away Key Protections in the Voting Rights Act, Putting Fair Representation At Risk
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The Supreme Court has cleared the way for politicians to draw voting maps that take political power away from Black voters and other communities of color. In this post, we break down what this decision means, how it could impact future elections, and what it will take to protect our communities and our vote.
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Sign or Circulate the MMOP (Michiganders for Money Out of Politics) Petition
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VAAC is supporting the Money Out of Politics campaign, a statewide effort to limit corporate influence in elections and put this issue on the 2026 ballot. You can sign the petition, collect signatures, or get involved locally.
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Capitol Day Recap: Education, Civic Power, and Youth Leadership in Action
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VAAC joined partners in Lansing for Capitol Day, meeting with legislators on voting access and representation while youth leaders shared their policy priorities. The day highlighted how issues like returning citizens’ voting rights, prison gerrymandering, and documentary proof of citizenship efforts are connected.
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