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Celebrate Community at the 4th Annual Family Appreciation Day!
A day of joy, connection, and resources for every family in our community. The 4th Annual Family Appreciation Day, hosted by E-Community Outreach Services, is coming up Sunday, August 17 from 12–4 PM at the UWM Sports Complex. This is more than just an afternoon of fun — it’s a chance to connect with neighbors,…
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Claim Your ID. Claim Your Vote. Claim Your Power!
Join us August 21 in Ypsilanti for a powerful day of connection, care, and community Every voice matters — but without proper identification, too many people are shut out of the democratic process. On Thursday, August 21, the Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Avenue will host Pull Up & Plug In, a free event ensuring…
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Gear Up for Success at the Back-to-School Bash & Backpack Giveaway!
Free school supplies, backpacks, and community connection for Detroit students. We are grateful to State Representative Donavan McKinney for bringing neighbors together to support Detroit’s young learners. The Back-to-School Bash & Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 16 at Pershing High School is more than an event — it’s a celebration of community care and shared…
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Know Before You Sign – VAAC Community Meeting Today at 12:30 PM
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Understanding Petitions That Could Impact Our Communities Join us today, Friday, August 15 at 12:30 PM for an important VAAC Community Meeting featuring Kathryn Ellywicz from HPCAN (Historic Preservation Citizens Action Network). Kathryn will break down the petitions currently circulating across Michigan, including: This is your chance to get the facts, ask questions, and prepare…
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Know Before You Sign – Protect Our Communities From Harmful Petitions
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Learn what’s behind the ballot initiatives circulating in Michigan Ballot petitions are being passed around across Michigan — some may sound harmless, but they could create serious new barriers to voting and limit the rights of our neighbors. Before signing any petition, it’s critical to know: VAAC’s mission is to make sure voters have accurate,…
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Michigan’s August 5 Primary: Key Results Across the State
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Detroit and beyond — voters shape local leadership for the years ahead On August 5, Michigan voters took to the polls to decide critical municipal races and local ballot measures across the state. From Detroit to New Baltimore, communities selected candidates who will advance to the November general election — and set the tone for…
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Make an Impact from Anywhere: Join Our Weekly Virtual Phone Bank
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Connect with Voters and Build Power in Michigan Communities Every week, Voting Access for All Coalition hosts a virtual phone bank on Wednesday to reach voters across Michigan. This is our chance to have real conversations, share critical voting information, and ensure every voice is heard. Every Wednesday5:30 PM – 8:00 PMOnline – RSVP to…
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VAAC Friday Community Meeting
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Join us this Friday, August 15, for an important VAAC Community Meeting featuring Kathryn Ellywicz from HPCAN (Historic Preservation Citizens Action Network). She’ll walk us through the petitions currently circulating — including: This is a chance to get the facts, ask questions, and prepare to educate and protect our neighbors from harmful disinformation. Join us…
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Prison Gerrymandering in Michigan: Distorting Democracy
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How counting incarcerated people in prison districts shifts political power In Michigan, thousands of incarcerated people are counted in the population of the communities where they’re imprisoned—not where they actually live and will return after release. This practice, called prison gerrymandering, gives extra political clout to districts that host prisons while reducing representation for the…
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Safety Reimagined: A Community Vision for Justice & Civic Power
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Virtual community conversation with Senator Stephanie Chang On Tuesday, August 12 at 6:00 PM (EST), join Voting Access for All Coalition, the Vera Institute, Mothering Justice, and the Michigan Roundtable for Just Communities for an urgent and inspiring discussion: Safety Reimagined: A Community Vision for Justice & Civic Power. This will be an open, solutions-focused…
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Denied at the Ballot Box: The Human Cost of Voter ID Laws
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Join an urgent, interactive webinar on August 13 We at Voting Access for All Coalition believe understanding how voter ID laws shape communities is essential to safeguarding every person’s voice—especially those already facing systemic barriers. On Wednesday, August 13, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm ET, join VAAC, Common Cause Michigan, All Voting Is Local, Voters…
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Make Every Call Count: Join VAAC’s Virtual Phone Bank
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Your voice can help protect voting rights and mobilize Michigan voters Every voter contact matters — we need your help reaching as many Michiganders as possible. This Tuesday, join Voting Access for All Coalition’s Commit to Vote Virtual Phone Bank from the comfort of your own home. No experience? No problem. We’ll provide the script,…
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24 Hours to Go: Don’t Miss Family Fun Day
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A rare space for kids and caregivers impacted by incarceration — and you can be part of it Family Fun Day is just 24 hours away — and this is your moment to join in. Tomorrow, families from across Michigan will gather for an afternoon of connection, play, and community, designed especially for children with…
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TODAY at 12:30 PM: How Technology Is Shaping Democracy
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Join VAAC for a powerful conversation on AI, public policy, and who gets left out Today at 12:30 PM, VAAC is hosting a timely conversation on the role of technology in civic life and democracy. As artificial intelligence, algorithms, and data systems take root in elections and public policy, communities already facing barriers to voting…
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Early voting starts July 26 — Make Your Voice Heard
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Early voting starts July 26. Know your rights and help others do the same At VAAC, we fight every day to make sure every eligible Michigander has a clear path to the ballot — no matter your background, record, or life circumstances. And here’s the truth: you can vote in Michigan, even if you’re on…
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