Theory of Change

Michigan United is building a vibrant, inclusive movement in Michigan where community members are organizing to build power to affect change at local, state, and national levels. We are working to dismantle systemic barriers perpetuating inequality by building power. Michigan United defines power as the ability to act, and it comes in the form of organized people and organized money. We focus on issues from a racial, economic, and gender justice lens. We are a hub of people-centered leadership development, issue organizing, and civic power building. We are movement builders.



Michigan United’s theory of change is rooted in our core values. We start from the position that everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential and live with dignity. We’re committed to bridging gaps and fostering unity across different communities, recognizing that our destinies are linked in the fight for equity and justice.


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Mop Up Michigan

Michigan’s government should work for people, not powerful corporations.

Whether you’ve got five minutes or five hours, your time matters. We’re going to need volunteers to collect signatures, knock doors, spread the word, and help bring this ballot initiative to life.

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Care Over Cost

We hold health insurers accountable for covered but unpaid benefits. Together, we are working to transform our health care system to put people over profit.

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Transformative Justice

We believe that we can keep our communities safe from crime and reduce the number of people in prison. We're working to reform the policies of the police, schools, prosecutors, as well as reform sentencing guidelines and improve release services.

Election Protection

We're on a mission to safeguard the integrity of every election, ensuring that the democratic process remains fair, accessible, and representative of all voices.

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Immigrant Rights

Join us in our fight for a brighter future, where every person, regardless of their immigration status, is afforded the same rights, opportunities, and respect as any other Michigander.

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Join Project 3.5

We believe that we can keep our communities safe from crime and reduce the number of people in prison. We're working to reform the policies of the police, schools, prosecutors, as well as reform sentencing guidelines and improve release services.

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The 2025 Michigan United Election Protection Report
Ensuring every eligible voter could cast a ballot safely, confidently, and without interference
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Your Voice, Your Power: Why Michiganders Must Register and Organize Now
Registering to vote is the first step toward making sure your voice counts, no matter the issue you care about.
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‘Progress for the People’ Town Hall, November 15th in Warren
Join us to learn what the new budget law means for you, hear from your neighbors, and ask your questions!
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Understanding and Addressing Michigan’s Struggle for Reliable, Affordable Electricity
Here’s why we constantly worry about power outages or a high Consumers Energy bill or DTE bill.
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What Happened at the Latest Flint Justice Assembly Meeting?
At our May meeting, we joined together for community power building and campaign work. Join us in June.
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Join Us at a Community Forum on ICE’s War on US Immigrant Families
Join us for an urgent conversation on how ICE’s tactics are harming immigrant families across the U.S.

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We want to organize 3.5% of Michigan, tear down the barriers of inequality and replace it with dignity and opportunity.

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