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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 the petition below to show that people across Michigan support second chances.
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Unlocking the Narrative: Building Safe Communities for all
Join us for a presentation by Insha Rahman, Vice President for Advocacy and Partnerships at the Vera Institute of Justice and Director of Vera Action where she’ll discuss insights in national and Michigan research on crime and safety messaging. Discover effective strategies to shape the narrative, and beat tired “tough on crime” opposition with proven “serious about safety” messages that promote sound policies and motivate voters.
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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 for 2024, check this out.
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Support Requested: Criminal Justice Reform Legislation Coalition
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Empower Reentry: Unlocking Opportunities for All Michiganders
“You can’t get a job or an apartment without your birth certificate and state ID.” – Chuck Warpehoski, MI-CEMI Program Director
On January 25th 2024, WSJM.com released an article entitled, ‘Legislation seeks to ensure inmates have personal identification documents upon release.‘ The Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration advocates for a package of bills awaiting Michigan Senate approval. This legislation aims to guarantee that individuals returning from incarceration receive vital documents. MI-CEMI’s goal is to turn this support into law.
We urge Michiganders to take action by contacting your state senator about the issue. Help build a Michigan where every citizen can rebuild their life. Act now – click here to contact Your Senator!
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Fairer Reporting is Better Reporting
Reporters hold tremendous power in shaping public perceptions about safety in our communities. Harmful stories told about crime, safety, and justice have held us back from reimagining proven, cost-effective solutions to public safety.
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Empowering Change: Investing in a Safer Michigan
Your Voice Matters in Shaping FY2024-2025 Budget Reforms
Today, we ask for your help. Governor Whitmer and the legislature are crafting the FY2024-2025 budget. You’re invited to support our Budget Recommendations. Our coalition of organizations has created the Investing on a Safer Michigan Budget Recommendations. You can read the full text here.
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