Category: discussion
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Building Power Together: Community Conversations on Voting
VAAC joins the Centers for Family Development to talk about civic engagement and community leadership Earlier this month, VAAC had the privilege of joining the Centers for Family Development at their Saturday community gatherings to discuss voting, civic engagement, and ensuring every voice is heard. We were especially inspired by the young people who showed…
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Housing Is a Human Right: Join Today’s VAAC Friday Community Meeting
A Weekly Space for Connection, Updates, and Collective Power Join us today for the VAAC Friday Community Meeting, where directly impacted people, organizers, and advocates come together to talk about the issues shaping our communities. This week’s discussion, “Housing Is a Human Right,” centers on the urgent need for safe, stable housing for all Michiganders…
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VAAC in the News: Amplifying Every Voice on Election Day
Executive Director Angela Davenport Shares Why Voting Access for All Matters On Election Day, Voting Access for All Coalition was featured on FOX 2 Detroit, where Executive Director Angela Davenport spoke about the critical importance of civic education, outreach, and year-round engagement across Michigan communities. In the interview, Angela emphasized how VAAC works to ensure…
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Standing With Women at the Valley: Support Freedom and Second Chances
Responding to Ongoing Abuse With Action and Care Earlier this month, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that a former officer at the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility has been charged with second-degree criminal sexual conduct. The news underscores what many have reported for years—systemic abuse, neglect, and unsafe conditions inside the state’s only women’s…
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Out in the Community: Clearing Barriers, Celebrating Early Voting, and Making Every Voice Count
VAAC in Action Across Detroit Over the past week, Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC) has been on the ground helping people across Michigan exercise their right to vote — from clearing warrants to celebrating early voting and sharing clear, accurate information about how to cast a ballot. Fresh Starts at the Warrant Clinic At…
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VAAC Friday Community Meeting: Protecting Civil Rights Through Voting
Join us for a powerful conversation with Michigan’s Department of Civil Rights This Friday, October 24, join Voting Access for All Coalition for an in-depth discussion on how voting impacts our civil rights in Michigan. We’re honored to welcome Attorney John E. Johnson, Jr., Executive Director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) —…
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Join VAAC at the Michigan Restorative Justice Summit
Two powerful days of dialogue, healing, and action for justice Join Voting Access for All Coalition as we attend the Michigan Restorative Justice Summit, a two-day gathering dedicated to transforming harm into healing and reimagining accountability through community-driven solutions. Dates: Thursday–Friday, October 30–31, 2025Location: Eastern Michigan University – Student Center, 900 Oakwood St, Ypsilanti, MI…
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Join Next Friday’s VAAC Community Meeting!
A statewide space for connection, strategy, and learning VAAC Friday Community Meetings are where movement-building happens. Each week, Voting Access for All brings together directly impacted people, organizers, advocates, and neighbors across Michigan to talk about voting access, the criminal legal system, and the issues shaping our communities. These virtual gatherings offer space for updates,…
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VAAC in the Community: Join Us for Two Powerful Conversations on Justice and Safety
Building collective power through dialogue, action, and shared purpose At Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), we believe in the power of community. Our mission is to expand voting access, uplift directly impacted voices, and advance policies that create safer, more equitable communities for everyone. Whether it’s fighting voter suppression, supporting returning citizens, or reimagining…
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Breaking Down Michigan’s $81B Budget: What It Means for Our Communities
A deep dive into Michigan’s FY 2026 priorities — and how they’ll shape our future Michigan’s newly signed $81 billion state budget sets the stage for how public dollars will impact our daily lives — from education and housing to healthcare, reentry, and public safety. These choices reflect the values and priorities of our leaders,…