Michigan Department of Civil Rights

Michigan Department of Civil Rights MDCR promotes compliance with civil rights laws and investigates complaints of discrimination.

The Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) investigates and resolves discrimination complaints and works to prevent discrimination through educational programs that promote voluntary compliance with civil rights laws.

Voting is a civil right for all Michigan citizens. Unfortunately, individuals with disabilities face additional barriers...
06/25/2026

Voting is a civil right for all Michigan citizens. Unfortunately, individuals with disabilities face additional barriers when it comes to participating in the democratic process.

Join us for a conversation on voting accessibility, barriers to participation, and more at our upcoming virtual event, Everyday Access for All.

Featuring:

Eric Welsby
Detroit Disability Power

Register here: ow.ly/4cKE50ZephT

Mark your calendars! The next Michigan Civil Rights Commission (MCRC) public meeting is scheduled for July 27th at 10:00...
06/24/2026

Mark your calendars! The next Michigan Civil Rights Commission (MCRC) public meeting is scheduled for July 27th at 10:00 am in Petoskey, Michigan.

This is an opportunity for you to learn more about the Commission’s work, hear updates on civil rights issues that are impacting your community, and engage with our Commission while they work to advance equity and opportunity for you.

📅July 27, 2026
🕛 10:00 am
📍Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Community Engagement Room, 800 Bay Harbor Drive, Petoskey, MI 49770

There is a virtual viewing option via Zoom so be sure to look for a link coming soon.

Registration is open for our July 9 virtual ADA commemoration event, Everyday Access for All. Hear from national and st...
06/23/2026

Registration is open for our July 9 virtual ADA commemoration event, Everyday Access for All.

Hear from national and statewide leaders as they discuss how we can continue building inclusive communities across Michigan.

Register here: ow.ly/4cKE50ZephT

06/22/2026

The Michigan Department of Civil Rights, in partnership with community organizations and advocates, will host a public event examining the impacts of discrimination experienced by LGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting efforts underway to address barriers, and providing information about civil rights protections available under Michigan law.

When:
Thursday, June 25
5:30 p.m. | Dinner
6:00 p.m. | Program Starts

Where:
Foster Community Center
200 North Foster Avenue
Room 213
Lansing, MI 48912

Speakers Include:
Jay Kaplan
Nancy Katz & Margo Dichtelmiller LGBTQ+ Rights Project Staff Attorney
ACLU of Michigan

Tracy Hall
Executive Director
Affirmations

Rev. Dr. Jared C. Cramer
Rector
St. John's Episcopal Church, Grand Haven, MI

RSVP:
Registration is required at https://tinyurl.com/3mau65be

Join MDCR at the Ingham County Fair Multicultural Day! Celebrate culture, community, and connection while learning about...
06/22/2026

Join MDCR at the Ingham County Fair Multicultural Day!

Celebrate culture, community, and connection while learning about your civil rights and the resources available to you. Stop by to meet the MDCR team, enjoy live entertainment, and explore community resources.

📅 August 8, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI 48854

We look forward to seeing you there!

More than three decades after the ADA became law, accessibility remains essential to civil rights, healthcare access, ed...
06/20/2026

More than three decades after the ADA became law, accessibility remains essential to civil rights, healthcare access, education, and civic participation.

Join us at our virtual event, Everyday Access for All, on July 9 as we bring together voices from across Michigan to continue the conversation and inspire action.

Register here: https://ow.ly/arlF50ZephO

On June 19, 2026, we commemorate Juneteenth, the day when the last enslaved African Americans in the United States learn...
06/19/2026

On June 19, 2026, we commemorate Juneteenth, the day when the last enslaved African Americans in the United States learned of their freedom more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.

Juneteenth is more than a celebration of freedom, it is a reminder of the ongoing pursuit of civil rights. The struggle to secure equal treatment, voting rights, fair housing, education, employment opportunities, and freedom from discrimination is rooted in the promise of emancipation and continues today.

As we honor this historic day, we recognize the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans and recommit ourselves to advancing equity and justice for all.
Every human being has the right to be free.

In observance of Juneteenth, the Michigan Department of Civil Rights will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.Juneteenth ...
06/18/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, the Michigan Department of Civil Rights will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the resilience, achievements, and contributions of African Americans throughout history.

Our offices will reopen on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 8 a.m.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Civil Rights in the Age of Algorithms. Your engagement is helping shape a more ...
06/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Civil Rights in the Age of Algorithms.

Your engagement is helping shape a more informed and accountable approach to AI.

What’s next? We’ll be publishing a report with key takeaways and policy recommendations to support leaders and decision makers.

Stay connected for updates: https://ow.ly/Nlc150ZeayL

Address

110 W Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI
48933

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18004823604

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