Level Up Your Advocacy: A Recap of Last Week’s Webinar
Last week, we held a special event designed to empower and support families of incarcerated individuals. This webinar was not just an opportunity to learn but a chance to connect, share experiences, and find encouragement in our shared journey to end mass incarceration.
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 Safer Michigan coalition to help fund proven, bipartisan strategies that make communities safer, level the playing field for underserved Michiganders, and provide for long-term fiscal responsibility by reducing the cost of incarceration.
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 state elections coming up (don’t even get me started about nationally), this is an important time to learn about the candidates running for judge, state house, sheriff, and more.
Not sure where to start? MI-CEMI has you covered. Check out our Judicial Candidate Guide and our Voter Engagement Toolkit for sample questions and easy-to-follow instructions for how to engage with candidates.
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 of complexity for men who have been incarcerated. One such story is that of Tore Price, an advocate, public speaker, and former incarcerated father who has navigated the difficult path of maintaining a relationship with his child from behind bars.
Tore Price was sentenced to 10 years in prison, leaving behind his 2-year-old son. During his incarceration, he faced the question: How can one maintain a meaningful relationship with their child while serving time?
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 to your organization, school, or neighborhood. It’s key to make the most of this meeting. Here are eight ways to ensure a successful visit that leaves a lasting impact.
1. Plan Ahead
Start by planning the logistics of the visit, including scheduling, location, and agenda. Work with the legislator’s office to find their availability. Also, find out the topics they want to discuss. Prepare a detailed agenda outlining the sequence of events and divide enough time for each activity.
