Michigan Department of Civil Rights

09/04/2026

Every eligible voter should have an equal opportunity to participant in the voting process.
MDCR’s Voting Rights Initiative aims to help Michigan residents understand their civil rights related to voting.

If you believe you have experienced unlawful discrimination during the voting process, assistance is available. Call 1-800-482-3604 or visit Michigan.gov/MDCR for more information on how to file a complaint.

09/03/2026

Join us for the University of Michigan Visionaries: Visually-Impaired Run Club with Guides. Michigan Medicine

📅 September 19, 2026
🕒 10:00 am
📍Parking lot at 1050 Wall St. (Southeast of Kellogg Eye Center), Ann Arbor, MI 48105

All ability levels and paces are welcome. Register at: https://ow.ly/yX0E50ZB2RV

09/03/2026

You're invited to the The Division on Deaf, Deaf Blind, and Hard of Hearing Advisory Council Meeting

Saturday, October 3
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
MSUFCU Headquarters 1 – Community Room
3777 West Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823

Individuals who have accommodation requests should contact Emma Heisey at [email protected] by September 15.

Meeting locations/times to be determined by DODDBHH.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/HlUm50ZB3tH

09/02/2026

Thank you for everyone who participated in the MI Response to Hate conference yesterday. The day wouldn't be possible without our speakers, volunteers, staff, special guests, and attendees.

With the help of our community, we were able to take action alongside community leaders, educators, law enforcement, civil rights professionals, advocates, and public officials and work together to strengthen Michigan’s response to hate.

Be sure to look out for a full event recap coming soon.

09/02/2026

The Michigan Coalition for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind Peo...

09/02/2026

Join us for the Michigan Qualified Interpreter Program, Preparing for the BEI Basic Evaluation with Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

📅Friday, September 25, 2026,
🕒 9 AM - 4 PM
📍Online : mi.gov/QualifiedInterpreters

This all-day workshop will begin with a brief overview of the BEI Basic test, including the test development process as well as expectations for the section, rater qualifications and the scoring process.

In the afternoon there will be opportunities for hands-on deliberate practice in both individual and group activities. Strategies to prepare for testing will be shared. For students, interns, pre-certified interpreters and others wanting to learn about the BEI Basic. Limit 30 participants.

Register Today: Micivilrights.s.gy/cPPwoz
Learn more about the event: https://ow.ly/bJOT50ZB2eb

09/01/2026

We've officially wrapped the afternoon portion of the MI Response to Hate conference! If you missed the event, be sure to catch the livestream playback of plenaries and select workshop sessions here: https://www.youtube.com/live/_4d_-Uy6F7k

Look for a full event recap coming soon.

09/01/2026

The morning portion of the MI Response to Hate conference is in the books! Interested in learning more about how you can take action alongside community leaders, educators, law enforcement, civil rights professionals, advocates, and public officials as we work together to strengthen Michigan’s response to hate? Watch the afternoon portion of the conference live at https://ow.ly/ECn150ZHukh

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Click the link in our bio to watch the MI Response to Hate Conference live.