Reinvesting in Our Communities: Budget Advocacy Highlights
One of the foundational goals of MI-CEMI is to reinvest in the communities that have been harmed by mass incarceration. This budget cycle, we pulled together the Investing in a […]
Jen Szénay
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Get to Know Your Judicial Candidates: MI-CEMI’s Guide to a More Informed Vote
Summer is a time for hammocks, cookouts, and campaigning. OK, you were with me for 2 of 3, but with the legislature out for the summer and major local and […]
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Advocating for Change: Tore Price’s Story of Fatherhood and Second Chances
As Father’s Day approaches, we turn our attention to a story that resonates deeply with families across Michigan. Fatherhood, with all its joys and challenges, takes on an added layer […]
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8 Ways to Have a Successful Legislative Visit: Making the Most of Your Interaction
Attending a legislative visit is a chance to talk with your elected representatives. You can advocate for issues that matter to you and your community. You may be welcoming them […]
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Virtual Event: Strategic Communications in Criminal Legal Reform
Are you the one running the show on your organization’s social media? Do you handle website updates like a champ? Are you the go-to person for getting your cause in […]
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Grand Rapids Events Illuminate Second Chance Month
West Michigan has a proud history of supporting second chances. Come out for these events to celebrate second chances and build support for second look legislation. And be sure to sign […]
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Unlocking the Narrative: Building Safe Communities for all
On April 25th we hosted a presentation by Insha Rahman, Vice President for Advocacy and Partnerships at the Vera Institute of Justice and Director of Vera Action where she discussed […]
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Statewide Learning Community Power Building Discussions
Are you an organizer or practitioner championing community-based public safety solutions such as alternative emergency response, violence intervention, or police accountability? If so, our upcoming coffee hour session in April […]
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Michigan coalition calls for investments in safety
Experts in Michigan held a press conference to respond to the 2024-2025 Michigan state budget released by Governor Whitmer earlier this month. Coalition members from Michigan Collaborative to End Mass […]
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Opinion | Michigan must prioritize investment in safety, prosperity, equity
Our Program Director, Chuck Warpehoski, penned a brilliant op-ed for Bridge Michigan. If you want a quick overview of where our focus on criminal justice reform in Michigan should be […]