MSU COL: Michigan Immigrant Rights Center/Refugee Development Center

Project Description

Project Description

***THIS PROJECT IS FOR FALL 2026 1L MSU COLLEGE OF LAW STUDENTS ONLY***

Access to Justice issues will be discussed at all sites.  Some sites require participants to pass through security protocols, including metal detectors.  If you are visiting one such site, you may need to remove belts, jewelry/watches, cell phones, and bags may be searched.  Travel lightly to promote ease of entry.  

We recommend all participants wear their Foundations Week Polo shirts and business casual pants (not shorts nor jeans). 

All participants must check-in at the welcome event held in the Hannah Community Center.  All transportation will depart from the Hannah Community Center. and you must check in to receive your confirmed site, bus number and table assignment.

Schedule for the Day

9:00–9:30 a.m.           Check-in/Coffee and Snacks               Hannah Community Center.

9:30–10:00 a.m.         Program                                               Hannah Community Center.

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Access to Justice Day Site Visits        Community, Various

1:00–3:00 p.m.           Lunch & Reflection                             Hannah Community Center.

Project Date

August 27, 2026

Project Coordinator

Audra Foster

audra.foster@law.msu.edu

517-432-6810  

 

Community Partner - Michigan Immigrant Rights Center/Refugee Development Center

About Michigan Immigrant Rights Center/Refugee Development Center

The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is a legal resource center for Michigan's immigrant communities. MIRC works to build a thriving Michigan where immigrant communities experience equity and belonging. The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center is a program of  Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) and Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP).

The RDC is a vital nonprofit organization created in 2002 to provide critical services for refugees in mid-Michigan. By providing formal and informal learning opportunities, the Center aims to be an open and inclusive place for refugees to learn and locate the resources they need to flourish as residents and citizens.

Website: https://michiganimmigrant.org/about-us