Detroit Right to Counsel Coalition

03/04/2025

Celebrate the Vision and Power of Black Women - https://mailchi.mp/detroitpeoplesplatform.org/29-days-the-black-facts-on-project-16533185

01/30/2025

Have you heard about the retroactive law in Michigan that says if you lost your home due to foreclosure between the years of 2015 to 2020 you may be due proceeds on the sale of your home?

Please reach out to the Detroit Justice Center for help in filing the claims to your proceeds.
[email protected]
313-925-3191

DEADLINE: March 31st, 2025

Take a look at the city website where you can find the claims process that we will be helping you with: https://www.michigan.gov/.../Forms/Property-Tax/6156.pdf

01/24/2025

Warming centers and respite spots are available across metro Detroit as cold winds sweep across the region this week.

01/24/2025

The Alabama Tenants Handbook says if you’re dealing with hazards or serious damage, you must first contact the landlord to fix the problem.To learn more, vis...

11/12/2024

Tomorrow morning! Transportation Available.

Michiganders carry the weight of the unnnecessary affordable housing crises in the state and there are NINE CRITICAL BILLS waiting to be passed by the Michigan State legislature that would strengthen renters’ rights and hold landlords accountable.

Meet us at the Capitol complex to remind our Representatives, Senators & our Governor that the Rent Is STILL Too Damn High!

This will be the last chance our legislature has to do right by renters, the unhoused & housing insecure people before Republicans take control of the House!

RSVP: bit.ly/TRITDHNov13

11/05/2024

If you or anyone you know needs an accessible ride to the polls call us at 313-552-2916. Please share!

11/01/2024

Housing is a human right. PLEASE SHARE! The voices of unhoused Detroiters can and should be heard in this election.

10/10/2024

Parents, educators, and students: If you’re a college student living away from home, here’s the information you need to ensure your vote counts!

10/10/2024

Detroit Action is hosting a Know Your Rights (KYR) training for Renters & Tenants in partnership with .

Together, we will cover your responsibilities as a tenant, your rights, and what red flags to look for during the renting/leasing process.

There will be a short Q&A after the presentation facilitated by Lakeshore Legal Aid so bring any questions you may have about renting and your legal options. Leave with legal knowledge to take into your next lease agreement.

Join Detroit Action as we aim to empower Detroiters to protect their rights as tenants, and defend against slum landlords.

RSVP: bit.ly/3MyTkqc

10/09/2024

Did you know that high eviction rates in communities can impact voter turn out? Check out this article here from the National Low Income Housing Coalition https://nlihc.org/resource/evictions-associated-lower-voter-turnout

10/02/2024

📢Two seats on the Michigan Supreme Court are up for election this year. These judicial races are crucial to the future of justice in Michigan, yet many voters overlook them. The MI Supreme Court has a direct impact on decisions affecting our lives. It’s vital that we don’t skip this section when casting our ballots. SHARE THE WORD!🗳️🇺🇸

09/26/2024

Detroit tenants have a right to legal counsel!