The Michigan Department of Civil Rights works to prevent discrimination, promote compliance with civil rights laws, and investigate discrimination complaints.
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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
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
ALT Reminder that today, October 19th, is the last day to register to vote online or by mail in Michigan.
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
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.
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!
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.
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] by Monday, October 19, 2026.
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.
Did you know that you have the option to vote early in-person?
Statewide early voting runs from October 24th until November 1st
Find your location and hours at Michigan.gov/Vote
ALT Voting booths set up indoors with signage promoting early in-person voting from October 24th to November 1st.
Returning citizens, people on parole or probation, and people awaiting trial or sentencing are eligible to register and vote. A person cannot voter while they are actively serving a sentence in jail or prison.
Learn more from Michigan's official voting information source at Michigan.gov/Vote.
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.
#MIVotingRights
ALT Voting booths with American flags emphasize that past convictions don't automatically revoke voting rights for returning citizens in Michigan.
Happy Indigenous People's Day from the MDCR team. Today we honor the history, resilience, and rich cultures of Indigenous communities.
October is ADHD Awareness Month, as we celebrate the power of awareness, we also want to remind you that people living with ADHD are protected from discrimination under the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWDCRA) of 1976 which protects individuals with physical and mental disabilities from discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services, and education.
Learn more about PWDCRA and ADA by visiting Michigan.gov/mdcr
ALT Four diverse friends smiling and holding rainbow flags celebrating National Coming Out Day in Michigan on October 11, 2026.
Happy World Mental Health Day from the MDCR Team! Mental health matters every day, on World Mental Health Day we recognize the importance of creating communities where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Discrimination can create barriers to opportunity, services, and a sense of belonging. MDCR remains committed to protecting civil rights and helping build a Michigan where all people can thrive.
ALT Group of diverse young adults smiling together outdoors for World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2026.
Voting for the first time does not have to be confusing.
Start by checking your registration, viewing your sample ballot, choosing how you will vote and finding the correct voting location. Preparing now can help you feel more confident when it’s time to cast your ballot.
You can complete all four steps at Michigan.Gov/Vote today.
#MIVotingRights
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, as we celebrate the power of awareness, we also want to remind you that people living with Down Syndrome are protected from discrimination under the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWDCRA) of 1976 which protects individuals with physical and mental disabilities from discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services, and education.
People with Down syndrome are also fully protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Learn more about PWDCRA and ADA by visiting Michigan.gov/mdcr
ALT Hands holding a heart-shaped puzzle piece in yellow and blue symbolizing Down Syndrome Awareness Month, October 2026, on a blue background.
During the month of October, we're celebrating LGBTQIA+ History Month and honoring the equal protections under the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) originally passed in 1976 and signed into law on January 13, 1977 and prohibits discrimination based on gender, identity, or expression in employment, housing, education, and places of public accommodations and public service. On March 16, 2023 the law was updated, explicitly codifying protections for sexual orientation and gender identity or expression.
Learn more about your rights and protections available under Michigan law at michigan.gov/MDCR
ALT Rainbow pride flag waving against a blue sky, celebrating LGBTQIA+ History Month and civil rights protections.
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
ALT A woman casting a ballot with text about voting rights protection and MDCR assistance for discrimination issues.
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 will be posted on the Commission Schedule page prior to the start of the meeting 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] by Monday, October 19, 2026.
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.
During Mental Illness Awareness Week, MDCR is reminding every Michigander that we understand the importance of ensuring people living with mental health conditions are treated fairly and without discrimination.
Mental health conditions may qualify as disabilities under the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWDCRA) of 1976: which can provide protections against discrimination in areas like employment, housing, and public accommodations.
If you believe you have experienced discrimination because of a disability, including a qualifying mental health condition, contact MDCR at Michigan.gov/mdcr or 800-482-3604.
ALT Four diverse friends smiling outdoors promoting Mental Illness Awareness Week, October 4-10, 2026, with Michigan Department of Civil Rights logo.
Today is the International Day of Non-Violence and MDCR wants to remind you that our work is done in order to help ensure that every Michigander can live in a world free from violence, hate, and discrimination.
Please take a moment today, to reflect on how you can join the movement to create non-violent communities in your area.
ALT Hands gently holding a white paper dove carrying a green olive branch symbolizing peace for International Day of Non-Violence.
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/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
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.
MDCR is excited to attend the
@fhcmichigan 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!
NEW MDCR JOB ALERT! Departmental Specialist 13
Location: Lansing, MI
Closing Date: October 4, 2026
The Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) has posted a Departmental Specialist 13, open to all qualified applicants in any MDCR office. This position functions as the Professional Standards Coordinator (PSC) and Staff Specialist and will work in a collaborative and proactive manner with other organizational divisions including Community Engagement, Law & Policy, Equity and Inclusion, and Executive Leadership. The PSC will be responsible for directing and guiding internal training for new employees as well as professional development to ensure staff have the skills and tools necessary to satisfactorily perform job responsibilities; and directing and guiding external Enforcement-related training and Enforcement Division Community Intake partnerships to educate communities on department services, including guaranteed protections under Civil Rights laws and the Intake process as well as the formal complaint investigation process.
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