Democracy Institute Consortium
The Michigan Democracy Institute Consortium was formed in 2015 to promote Political and Civic Engagement in democratic and community affairs. American Democracy’s success requires informed engaged citizens to participate regularly in democratic and community affairs as a means of promoting citizen concerns and values to representatives.
The Consortium is an outgrowth of years of collaborations between partners representing numerous higher education institutions and voluntary associations in Michigan. The success of the consortium is based on the numerous individuals who see the goals of democratic education and engagement as something essential to American life.
Upcoming Events
Recent News
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Feb 7
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson headlines HFC Student Engagement Conference
Keynote speaker, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, will be joined by other civic, community, business, non-profit, and education leaders at the Student Engagement Conference Feb. 6-7. The public is invited to this free event.
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Feb 24
Register to vote for Presidential Primary by Feb. 24, 2020
Exercise your Constitutional right to vote by registering before the Primary deadline.
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HFC receives ALL IN Silver Seal for increasing voter participation
Henry Ford College receives Silver Seal from ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for increasing voter participation 30-39% for the 2018 election.
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150 HFC students join the 2019 Michigan Student Lobby
HFC had the most students of any college in attendance at the Michigan Student Lobby March 20.
Partner Organizations
Potential new partners should focus on nonpartisan issue examination, political education and civic engagement as this is the cornerstone of the Michigan Democracy Institute Consortium. The Consortium aims to annually host events that promote political knowledge and engagement and will support the partners by supporting members as needed with related events and activities that meet the mission of the Consortium.
To get involved or partner with the Michigan Democracy Consortium contact:
Anthony Perry, Director adperry1@hfcc.edu, 313-845-6383
