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Join Us This Saturday in Warren for a Second Chance Event
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. 📍 MRCC Union Hall, 23401…
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Fighting Housing Discrimination: Tony Gant Leading the Way
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 Week—Lansing, Saginaw, Grand Rapids, Big Rapids and More!
Join VAAC in Warren on April 26 for our Second Chance Celebration & Resource Fair—plus more powerful events happening statewide Every person deserves a fair shot at rebuilding their life—and access to the ballot box. That’s why Voting Access for All Coalition is proud to host a Second Chance Celebration & Resource Fair on Saturday,…
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Michigan Voter Rights Under Attack: What You Need to Know
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Across the country, dangerous “show me your papers” legislation like the House’s 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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Court Blocks Voter Suppression Order — But the Fight Isn’t Over
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A federal judge paused enforcement of a dangerous Executive Order—now we must stop voter suppression laws like the SAVE Act and Michigan’s HJR-B In a major win for democracy, a federal court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s 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 12:30–1:30 PM ET—and you’re invited. We’re excited to welcome Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit for an open conversation on: Whether you’re 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, we’re coming together to create space for support, connection, and possibility. Breaking Barriers, Building Futures is more than an event—it’s 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 won’t 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 – We Need Your Voice Now
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There’s a dangerous effort underway to disenfranchise tens of thousands of Michigan voters through a proposed constitutional amendment—and we urgently need your help. 🚫 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 here—make 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 you’re registering, voting, or rallying at the Capitol—every step matters in the fight for justice…
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You’re Invited: VAAC Community Meeting with Prosecutor Eli Savit
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Join Voting Access for All Coalition, Michigan Roundtable for Just Communities, and MI-CEMI for our next Community Meeting on Friday April 18, 2025, from 12:30–1:30 PM ET on Zoom. Our special guest this month is Eli Savit, Washtenaw County Prosecutor. Everyone is welcome. Whether you’re directly impacted or an ally in the work, this is…
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The SAVE Act is Moving Fast — 21 Million Voters Could Lose Access if the Senate Follows the House
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The House just passed the SAVE Act. If the Senate does the same, more than 21 million eligible voters could lose access to voter registration — not because they aren’t citizens, but because they can’t produce the specific documents this bill demands. Contrary to its name, the SAVE Act doesn’t protect democracy — it threatens…
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Stay Connected, Stay Empowered: Find Events Near You
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From Clean Slate to Voting Rights—Here’s What’s Happening This Week in Michigan! VAAC is here to make sure you don’t miss a chance to show up, get support, and build power in your community. Every week, we update our Events Page with new opportunities across the state. Whether it’s expungement, voting rights, or mutual aid,…
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MI Supreme Court Ends LWOP Sentences for 19- and 20-Year-Olds
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A major win for justice: Michigan steps toward a fairer future for young people and our communities. At VAAC, we believe in second chances. We believe people can grow, heal, and change. That’s why we’re celebrating the Michigan Supreme Court’s recent ruling: mandatory life without parole sentences for 19- and 20-year-olds are now unconstitutional. The…
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MI-CEMI Bill Tracker Reports: Auditor General Finds Security Lapses at MDOC
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Stay informed on MDOC, state policy, and justice reform updates—subscribe today! The MI-CEMI Bill Tracker is a powerful tool for staying up to date on Michigan Department of Corrections news, proposed state policy, and related news. VAAC encourages you to subscribe and stay informed. Here’s a recent update from this week’s report: “A recent auditor…
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