Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (Jan. 30-Feb. 5)

A weekly roundup of Michigan political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, Jan. 30 through Thursday, Feb. 5. 

Want to get politically engaged this week? You can join a nationwide strike, take part in the ICE Out of Everywhere National Day of Action, connect with voters in support of LGBTQ+ rights, and stay informed on key issues—from public education to ending the influence of big money in politics.

Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events and actions:

Friday (Jan. 30)

National Shut Down: Stop Funding ICE National Shut Down —
Supported by hundreds of organizations, event organizers are calling for a nationwide shutdown—no school, no work, no shopping.

Movimiento Cosecha GR: National Shutdown Rally, (Grand Rapids, 4 p.m.)

Saturday (Jan. 31)

50501: ICE Out of Everywhere National Day of Action, (locations and times vary) —
50501 is calling on Americans to demand the defunding and abolition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and US Customs and Border Protection—and justice for Renee Nicole Good, Alex Pretti, and Geraldo Campos. Check below for events organized by 50501 and community groups.

Ann Arbor ICE OUT: Ann Arbor ICE OUT Protest, (4 Locations in Ann Arbor, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Alpena County Democratic Party: ICE Out Now, (Alpena, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Indivisible: Rage Against the Regime Weekly Protest, (Mount Pleasant, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Indivisible: ICE Out for Good & Signs of Fascism March, (Saugatuck, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Michigan United: Think Bigger in 2026: A Vision Board and Volunteer Party, (Grand Rapids, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.)
Make a vision board and learn about the ballot Initiative to get money out of politics.

Tuesday (Feb. 3)

Kalamazoo Dems: Do Something! ICE Response, (Kalamazoo, 6 p.m.)
Join a community conversation on rights, safety, and solidarity, featuring a panel discussion with Sheriff Rick Fuller of Kalamazoo County, Lily Eggeres with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU),  and Drew Duncan, the Vice Mayor of Kalamazoo. 

Wednesday (Feb. 4)

Equality Michigan: Phone Bank for Equality, (Virtual, 5:30-7:30 p.m.)
Receive training, then contact voters in Michigan to identify and mobilize voters in support of LGBTQ+ rights.

Michigan Education Justice Coalition: State Education Townhall, (Virtual, 7-8:30 p.m.)
Hear from Attorney General Dana Nessel, parents and youth leaders, and community organizations as they give updates and discuss ways to get involved to protect student civil rights and public education.

Thursday (Feb. 5)

No Kings: Eyes on ICE: Document and Record, (Virtual, 8-9 p.m.)
Hear the latest updates on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) activities, and learn more about your rights when documenting and recording law enforcement encounters.

Have an event to add? Email State Organizing Coordinator, Abigail Deatrick, [email protected] with details (please send details at least one week before the event).

Related: Slotkin, Peters say they’ll vote no on DHS funding after fatal shooting in Minnesota