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Michigan Department of Civil Rights

@MiCivilRights

The Michigan Department of Civil Rights works to prevent discrimination, promote compliance with civil rights laws, and investigate discrimination complaints.

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Our offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 3rd in observance of Election Day. We will reopen on Wednesday November 4th. If you believe that you have been discriminated against during the voting process. Complaints can be filed online at Michigan.gov/MDCR or by calling 800-482-3604.
Michigan Department of Civil Rights offices closed on Tuesday, November 3rd for Election Day, reopening Wednesday, November 4th.

ALT Michigan Department of Civil Rights offices closed on Tuesday, November 3rd for Election Day, reopening Wednesday, November 4th.

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MDCR Executive Director John E. Johnson Jr. educates Michigan voters on the civil voting rights and protections available to them under Michigan Law ahead of Election Day tomorrow. For reliable, customized voting information, visit Michigan’s official resource at Michigan.gov/Vote. You can also contact us if you believe that you have been discriminated against during the voting process. Complaints can be filed online at Michigan.gov/MDCR or by calling 800-482-3604. #MIVotingRights
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TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR EARLY IN-PERSON VOTING Remember to: Confirm your polling place Review your sample ballot Check your polling hours Know your voting rights For reliable, customized voting information, visit Michigan’s official resource at Michigan.gov/Vote. If you believe that you have been discriminated against during the voting process. Complaints can be filed online at Michigan.gov/MDCR or by calling 800-482-3604. #MIVotingRights
Last day for early in-person voting on November 1, 2026, with reminders to confirm polling place, review ballot, check hours, and know voting rights.

ALT Last day for early in-person voting on November 1, 2026, with reminders to confirm polling place, review ballot, check hours, and know voting rights.

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YOUR VOTING RIGHTS ARE PROTECTED BY LAW MDCR if you believe you have been discriminated against during the voting process. To file a complaint, call 800-482-3604 or visit the Public Portal. Election Protection Hotlines can provide assistance in multiple languages: •English: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) •Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682) •Arabic: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287) •Bengali, Cantonese, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Tagalog, Urdu, and Vietnamese: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683) Voters with disabilities can contact the Ombudsperson for Accessible Elections at 517-335-2730 or [email protected]. For customized, up-to-date, and reliable information about voting in Michigan, visit Michigan.gov/Vote Learn your voting rights today. #MIVotingRights
A woman casting a ballot with text about voting rights protection and MDCR assistance for discrimination issues.

ALT A woman casting a ballot with text about voting rights protection and MDCR assistance for discrimination issues.

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You have the right to receive assistance from the person you choose. Michigan voters have the right to bring an interpreter with them when they vote. Your interpreter cannot be: • Your employer • An agent of your employer • An officer or agent of your labor union ➡️ Visit Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rig… to download your free Language Access Voting guide. #MIVotingRights
Michigan voters can bring a chosen interpreter to assist with voting if ballots aren't in their language, excluding employers or union agents.

ALT Michigan voters can bring a chosen interpreter to assist with voting if ballots aren't in their language, excluding employers or union agents.

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Online Requests for Mail-in Ballots Close at 5:00 pm Today. October 30, 2026 Already have your ballot? You have the option of returning it to your clerk’s office or a secure drop-box. All ballots must be received by 8:00 PM on November 3rd. For reliable, customized voting information, visit Michigan’s official resource at Michigan.gov/Vote.
Reminder that online requests for mail-in ballots close at 5 PM on October 30, 2026, with ballot return options detailed.

ALT Reminder that online requests for mail-in ballots close at 5 PM on October 30, 2026, with ballot return options detailed.

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NEW MDCR JOB ALERT! Departmental Technician 7-E9 - Civil Rights Claims Examiner Location: Detroit, MI Closing Date: November 4, 2026 The Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) has one of the most important roles in state government – so important that the Michigan Civil Rights Commission (MCRC) is enshrined in the Michigan Constitution: to investigate allegations of unlawful discrimination and to secure the equal protection of civil rights. MDCR was created in 1965 to carry out the work of the Commission. MDCR is an administrative law enforcement agency with investigative and enforcement authority. The Enforcement Process includes all of the tasks performed when a customer interacts with MDCR about a civil rights-related need or concern, including investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination, outreach and education, and community engagement. This position serves as a first point of contact for customers who are seeking to file a discrimination complaint. The work environment is fast paced, deals with diverse populations of people and entails contacting claimants to assess civil rights concerns as well as writing allegations of discrimination into a civil rights complaint Learn more and apply now: ow.ly/OWNw51027Hl
Michigan Department of Civil Rights announces new job opportunities with a call to apply and subscribe for updates.

ALT Michigan Department of Civil Rights announces new job opportunities with a call to apply and subscribe for updates.

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John E. Johnson, Jr., Executive Director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights on the death of Dolores Huerta: “With the passing of Dolores Huerta, our nation has lost one of its most courageous and influential civil rights voices. Her decades of leadership helped to shape national conversations around worker dignity, fair wages, and human rights. Huerta’s legacy calls to each of us to redouble our commitment to building a better nation for everyone.”
Portrait of Dolores Huerta honoring her legacy with dates April 10, 1930 to October 28, 2026, and the phrase '¡Sí, se puede!'

ALT Portrait of Dolores Huerta honoring her legacy with dates April 10, 1930 to October 28, 2026, and the phrase '¡Sí, se puede!'

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MDCR has free and accessible Voting Pocket Guides available to in multiple languages. The pocket guides cover the following five topics: •Accessible Voting •Language Access •Student and First-Time Voters •Voting with a Conviction •Voting Civil Rights for All Digital versions available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, and Bengali Visit Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rig… to download your guide and other voting right resources today. #MIVotingRights
Free voting rights pocket guides cover accessible voting, language access, student and first-time voters, voting with a conviction, and civil rights for all.

ALT Free voting rights pocket guides cover accessible voting, language access, student and first-time voters, voting with a conviction, and civil rights for all.

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Do you still need to update your voting registration? If you do so within 14 days of an election, you will need documentation showing your current name and address. For students, proof of residency can include: • A valid Michigan driver’s license or state ID • A page from your college or university student portal showing your name and campus address • Financial aid documents • University registration forms • A bank or credit card statement • A utility bill • A lease or rental agreement This can make it possible for students living in dorms or other campus housing to establish their residency even if they do not have a traditional utility bill or lease in their name. ➡️ Visit Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rig… to download your free Student and Young Adult Voting guide. #MIVotingRights
Michigan Department of Civil Rights info on proof of residency needed for voter registration updates within 14 days of an election.

ALT Michigan Department of Civil Rights info on proof of residency needed for voter registration updates within 14 days of an election.

List of acceptable proof of residency documents for Michigan students including driver's license, university portal page, financial aid, registration forms, bank statement, utility bill, or lease.

ALT List of acceptable proof of residency documents for Michigan students including driver's license, university portal page, financial aid, registration forms, bank statement, utility bill, or lease.

Michigan Department of Civil Rights offers a free Student and Young Adult Voting guide download at Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rights.

ALT Michigan Department of Civil Rights offers a free Student and Young Adult Voting guide download at Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rights.

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HAPPENING TODAY: The Michigan Civil Rights Commission will convene its upcoming quarterly public meeting to engage community members and stakeholders in ongoing efforts to advance civil rights across Michigan. The meeting will also provide updates on current work within the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, which is the operational arm of the Commission. Format: Hybrid Zoom link for the meeting is located HERE: ow.ly/2W4g50ZUx5s 📅 Monday, October 26, 2026 🕙10:00 a.m. 📍Courtyard by Marriott at CMU 2400 E Campus Drive Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 There are two opportunities for public comment for those participating in person. Community members are encouraged to attend. There are two opportunities for public comment for those participating in person. ASL and CART captioning will be available. Other accessibility accommodations may be provided via request to [email protected].
Announcement for Michigan Civil Rights Commission meeting on October 26, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Mt. Pleasant, MI, hosted by MDCR and MCRC.

ALT Announcement for Michigan Civil Rights Commission meeting on October 26, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Mt. Pleasant, MI, hosted by MDCR and MCRC.

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Statewide early in-person voting is now available! Michigan voters have the option to cast their vote at an assigned early voting site now through November 1. For reliable, customized voting information, visit Michigan’s official resource at Michigan.gov/Vote. If you believe that you have been discriminated against during the voting process. Complaints can be filed online at Michigan.gov/MDCR or by calling 800-482-3604. #MIVotingRights
Close-up of a person casting a ballot with text announcing statewide early in-person voting in Michigan through November 1.

ALT Close-up of a person casting a ballot with text announcing statewide early in-person voting in Michigan through November 1.

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MDCR has free and accessible Voting Pocket Guides available to in multiple languages. The pocket guides cover the following five topics: •Accessible Voting •Language Access •Student and First-Time Voters •Voting with a Conviction •Voting Civil Rights for All Digital versions available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, and Bengali Visit Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rig… to download your guide and other voting right resources today. #MIVotingRights
Free voting rights pocket guides cover accessible voting, language access, student and first-time voters, voting with a conviction, and civil rights for all.

ALT Free voting rights pocket guides cover accessible voting, language access, student and first-time voters, voting with a conviction, and civil rights for all.

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If you arrive at your polling place or early voting site and cannot enter because of accessibility barriers or mobility limitations, you may request curbside voting. An election official can bring you a ballot outside so you can vote from your vehicle or another accessible location near the polling place. If needed, someone accompanying you may enter the polling place to notify election officials of your request. Visit Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rig… to download your free Accessible Voting guide. #MIVotingRights
A voter hands a ballot to an election worker through a car window, illustrating curbside voting options for those with mobility challenges.

ALT A voter hands a ballot to an election worker through a car window, illustrating curbside voting options for those with mobility challenges.

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The Michigan Civil Rights Commission will convene its upcoming quarterly public meeting to engage community members and stakeholders in ongoing efforts to advance civil rights across Michigan. The meeting will also provide updates on current work within the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, which is the operational arm of the Commission. Format: Hybrid Zoom link for the meeting is located HERE: ow.ly/2W4g50ZUx5s 📅 Monday, October 26, 2026 🕙10:00 a.m. 📍Courtyard by Marriott at CMU 2400 E Campus Drive Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 There are two opportunities for public comment for those participating in person. Community members are encouraged to attend. There are two opportunities for public comment for those participating in person. ASL and CART captioning will be available. Other accessibility accommodations may be provided via request to [email protected].
Announcement for Michigan Civil Rights Commission meeting on October 26, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Mt. Pleasant, MI, hosted by MDCR and MCRC.

ALT Announcement for Michigan Civil Rights Commission meeting on October 26, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Mt. Pleasant, MI, hosted by MDCR and MCRC.

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Need a Voter Assistant Terminal (VAT)? Every polling place and early voting site is required to have a VAT, a ballot-marking device designed to help voters with a wide range of disabilities cast their ballot independently. Learn more about VAT’s and other accessibility tools by visiting Michigan.gov/vote. ➡️ Visit Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rig… to download your free Accessible Voting guide.
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MDCR Executive Director John E. Johnson Jr. educates Michigan voters on the civil voting rights and protections available to them under Michigan Law. For reliable, customized voting information, visit Michigan’s official resource at Michigan.gov/Vote. You can also contact us if you believe that you have been discriminated against during the voting process. Complaints can be filed online at Michigan.gov/MDCR or by calling 800-482-3604. #MIVotingRights
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Today is the deadline to register to vote online for Michigan's November 3rd election. In-person registration will remain available at local clerks office through election day. We have access to reliable and up to date voting rights information, visit Michigan.gov/mdcr/voting-rig…. You can also contact us if you believe that you have been discriminated against during the voting process. Complaints can be filed online at Michigan.gov/MDCR or by calling 800-482-3604. #MIVotingRights
Reminder that today, October 19th, is the last day to register to vote online or by mail in Michigan.

ALT Reminder that today, October 19th, is the last day to register to vote online or by mail in Michigan.

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October 19th is the deadline to register to vote online for Michigan's November 3rd election. In-person registration will remain available at local clerks office through election day. We have access to reliable and up to date voting rights information, visit Michigan.gov/vote You can also contact us if you believe that you have been discriminated against during the voting process. Complaints can be filed online at Michigan.gov/MDCR or by calling 800-482-3604. #MIVotingRights
Two voters casting ballots in booths decorated with American flags and the word VOTE, with a notice about the October 19th voter registration deadline.

ALT Two voters casting ballots in booths decorated with American flags and the word VOTE, with a notice about the October 19th voter registration deadline.

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MDCR is excited to attend that @fhcmichigan 's 13th Annual Fair Housing Breakfast, a benefit supporting their mission to end discrimination in housing and public accommodations and to promote accessible, integrated communities this October!
Annual Fair Housing Breakfast event on October 15, 2026, in Ann Arbor and online. The graphic is green with Laura wearing a grey blazer and black shirt with her arms crossed. The Fair Housing Center's logo in in the top right corner.

ALT Annual Fair Housing Breakfast event on October 15, 2026, in Ann Arbor and online. The graphic is green with Laura wearing a grey blazer and black shirt with her arms crossed. The Fair Housing Center's logo in in the top right corner.

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