Category: Announcements
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Join VAAC This Weekend: Clinics, Community, and Conversations
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 AM…
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Take Action Together — VAAC Friday Community Meeting on September 12th
Unpacking Michigan’s budget and its impact on our communities Join VAAC for our next Friday Community Meeting—a welcoming space for directly impacted people, organizers, and allies to learn, strategize, and take action together. This week, we’ll unpack Michigan’s proposed state budget and what it means for our communities. What we’ll cover on September 12th: How…
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Two September Community Meetings to Build Knowledge and Power
Join VAAC as we break down Michigan’s proposed budget and explore life after exoneration Earlier this month, Michiganders made their voices heard at the ballot box. Now, VAAC continues our mission of lifting up community power and deepening civic knowledge. This month, we’re hosting two critical Friday community meetings — spaces where directly impacted people,…
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VAAC Community Meetings: Back on September 19
Taking a short break for Labor Day — we’ll return with Ken Nixon and a powerful conversation on life after exoneration. Every other Friday, Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC) brings people together for community meetings that connect, inform, and strengthen our shared movement for justice. These gatherings are a space for directly impacted people,…
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Trees of Liberation: A Day of Reflection, Power, and Community
Earlier this week, community voices grew stronger at Kensington Metropark Earlier this week, Michigan United and Michigan Liberation hosted Trees of Liberation Day at Kensington Metropark — and Voting Access for All Coalition was proud to stand in solidarity. The day created space for reflection, connection, and hope, reminding us that building power begins with…
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Know Before You Sign – VAAC Community Meeting Today at 12:30 PM
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: What they really propose Who’s sponsoring and funding them How they could…
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Know Before You Sign – Protect Our Communities From Harmful Petitions
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: What it actually proposes (beyond the headline) Who is…
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Michigan’s August 5 Primary: Key Results Across the State
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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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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TODAY at 12:30 PM: How Technology Is Shaping Democracy
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…