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Michigan Voices: Ending Prison Gerrymandering
VAAC Executive Director Angela Davenport calls for fair representation in Michigan Prison gerrymandering distorts democracy. It occurs when incarcerated people are counted as residents of the prisons where they are held rather than their home communities during redistricting. The result is an artificial imbalance: rural districts where prisons are located gain political power and resources,…
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Fresh Starts, Stronger Futures: Expungement Clinic in Detroit October 29
Join us on October 29th in Detroit for a bipartisan expungement clinic hosted at the Butzel Family Center. Expungement is about more than clearing a record—it’s about clearing the path to opportunity. For too many Michiganders, a past conviction continues to limit access to jobs, housing, education, and even confidence in participating in democracy. Voting…
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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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VAAC at Project Clean Slate’s Expungement Fair
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Thank you to Project Clean Slate for welcoming VAAC to the Expungement Fair at the Mathis Community Center! We were honored to join a day filled with hope, resources, and second chances. At our table, we shared one essential reminder: you can vote in Michigan even if you have a felony or misdemeanor. Events like…
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Join Detroit’s Restorative Practice Community Meeting on Procedural Justice
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Building trust, equity, and a stronger community This Saturday, VAAC will be tabling at Detroit’s Restorative Practice Community Meeting, where neighbors and police leaders come together to strengthen trust and fairness in our city. This event reflects VAAC’s mission: advancing justice, dignity, and equal access for all, including in how communities interact with law enforcement.…
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Roll Into Unity: Detroit’s Rolling Together Skating Party
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Skating, joy, and building stronger community connections This weekend, join VAAC at the Rolling Together Skating Party at the Lexus Velodrome! As we fight for voting access and community empowerment, we also celebrate the joy of coming together. This family-friendly event, hosted by the Detroit Police Department and Detroit Public Safety Foundation, shows how unity…
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Voices of Humanity: An Evening of Story and Solidarity
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Join Humanity for Prisoners and Citizens for Prison Reform in Grand Haven This Thursday, Humanity for Prisoners presents Voices of Humanity—a powerful evening bringing together community, compassion, and advocacy. Hosted by Humanity for Prisoners with Citizens for Prison Reform, this gathering will highlight the real impact of Michigan’s prison policies on families and loved ones.…
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Help Ensure Every Michigan Voter Has a Plan
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Join VAAC, MLCV, and JFASD on 9/24 and every Wednesday after Your voice can help Michigan voters cast theirs. Join our weekly Virtual Phone Bank with Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), Michigan League of Conservation Voters (MLCV), and Jews for a Secular Democracy (JFASD) to share nonpartisan info, answer questions, and help neighbors make…
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Life After Exoneration: A Conversation with Ken Nixon
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VAAC Friday Community Meeting Today, Sept 19 at 12:30 PM What happens after the prison doors finally open? For exonerees, freedom too often comes without the resources, stability, or recognition they deserve. Today, join Ken Nixon, Chairman of the Organization of Exonerees, as he shares his journey and sheds light on the challenges and victories…
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Community Forum: Building Safer, More Transparent Communities
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Monday, Sept 22 at 6 PM | Romulus Public Library VAAC is co-hosting an important Community Forum with the MI Roundtable and the SE Michigan Sankofa Alliance on Monday, September 22, at 6:00 PM at the Romulus Public Library. This regional conversation will explore: This forum provides an opportunity to connect directly with neighbors, share experiences, and…
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Join VAAC This Weekend: Clinics, Community, and Conversations
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Sept 20–21 | Detroit & Pontiac This weekend, VAAC will be out in the community, and we hope to see you there. From expungement help to family story time, from community resource fairs to traffic stop prevention. There is something for YOU to get involved in! Saturday, Sept 20 🔹 Detroit Clean Slate Expungement Clinic10:00…
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Reentry Realities: Training on Resiliency, Recidivism, and Support
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Thursday, Sept 25 | Troy, MI What does it really take to meet court-ordered obligations after incarceration? Join Taylor Made Re-Entry for an interactive training that explores the link between resiliency and recidivism — and the role we all play in supporting justice-impacted people as they rebuild their lives. This hands-on session is designed for…
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Your Voice, Your Power: Take Action on National Voter Registration Day
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Register today—our democracy depends on it Today, Tuesday, September 16, we mark National Voter Registration Day, a powerful reminder that your vote is your voice. Every registration form completed is an act of courage and commitment to equality. At a time when lawmakers across the country are pushing restrictive measures to silence us, expanding access…
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Take Action Together — VAAC Friday Community Meeting TODAY
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Unpacking Michigan’s budget and its impact on our communities Join us TODAY, Friday, September 12th at 12:30 PM EST for VAAC’s Friday Community Meeting — a welcoming space where directly impacted people, organizers, and allies learn, strategize, and act together. This week, we’ll unpack Michigan’s proposed state budget and what it means for our communities.…
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Build Hope and Solidarity — Join the Commutation Workshop on Sept 18
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Support women at Huron Valley as they seek freedom and healing On Thursday, September 18, at 6:30 PM EST, our friends at the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) are hosting their monthly Commutation Workshop on Zoom. These workshops, held every third Thursday, are a space to learn how to walk alongside women at the Women’s…
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