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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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Pontiac Resolution Advances as Public Comment Actions Launch Across Michigan
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Pontiac has passed a resolution opposing proof of citizenship voting requirements. Now, Public Comment Takeovers are launching across Michigan to push other communities to act.
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Capitol Day 2026 / Día de Capitolio 2026: Join Us in Lansing
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Join VAAC and a statewide coalition for Capitol Day 2026 in Lansing. Meet with lawmakers, take action on key issues, and be part of a coordinated day of advocacy and educating lawmakers.
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Where to Find VAAC This Month
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VAAC will be at several upcoming events this April, including a community town hall, an NBA-hosted social impact resource summit, and a Black Maternal Health Week celebration.
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Second Chance Month Recognized in Michigan
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Michigan has recognized April as Second Chance Month. This moment highlights the need to remove barriers to reentry and invest in policies that support people returning home.
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VAAC Friday Community Meeting: Breaking Down Michigan’s 2027 Budget
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On Friday, March 27, join VAAC for our next Friday Community Meeting, a breakdown of Michigan’s proposed 2027 state budget and what it means for our communities. Guest speakers Jayme Vosovic of the Michigan League for Public Policy, Chuck Warpehoski of the Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration (MI-CEMI), and Cassie Larrieux of Safe &…
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VAAC Jail Voting Work Moves Forward with Next Steps
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VAAC’s Statewide Jail Voting Work Group is moving into next steps, with continued coordination across Michigan to expand voting access for eligible voters in jails. The next meeting will take place April 9.
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Key Dates for the May 5 Election
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Absentee ballots are now available for the May 5 election. Voters on the Permanent Mail Ballot List will automatically receive a ballot, while others must apply. Check if your community has an election and review key dates to make sure your vote is counted.
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April at VAAC: Second Chance Month and Fair Housing Month
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April marks Second Chance Month and Fair Housing Month, both closely connected to VAAC’s work to expand access, strengthen communities, and support civic participation across Michigan.
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VAAC Statewide Jail Voting Work Group Meeting – March 26
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VAAC’s Statewide Jail Voting Work Group is continuing to build a coordinated effort to ensure eligible voters in Michigan jails can access the ballot. Community members and partners are invited to get involved and help strengthen this work statewide.
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ACTION ALERT: Tell Michigan Representatives to Vote NO on the Michigan SAVE Act (HB 4765)
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Michigan lawmakers are advancing the Michigan SAVE Act (HB 4765), a proposal that could make it harder for eligible citizens to register and vote. The bill is now headed to the full House. Tell your State Representative to vote NO.
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Voting Rights Art Installation Continues Across Michigan
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VAAC’s Voting Rights Art Installation pop-up series is underway, bringing community members together to reflect on what voting means in their lives. The next pop-up takes place March 21, with additional dates planned across the region.
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Michigan Day of Empathy Centers Voices Impacted by Incarceration
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VAAC joined justice-impacted individuals and advocates from across Michigan for Day of Empathy in Detroit, a powerful gathering centered on lived experience, community voice, and advancing change.
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