Get Involved Guide
AGENDA Publications publishes AGENDA, Ann Arbor's altemative newsmonthly, featuring grassroots politics and community events. Volunteers are always needed. 202 E. Washington #512, A2, 48104, 996-8018.
AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power ( ACT-UP Ann Arbor) believes that America's response to the AIDS crisis is inadequate, due to institutionalized racism, and is committed to fighting racism and anti-gay and lesbian bigotry in all its forms. Weekly meetings. No address, 662-6282.
Alliance for U-M Campus Child Care campaigns for on-site child care and a family-friendly campus tor university families. Weekly meetings. P.O. Box 4133, A2, 48106, 763-8346.
Alternative Action Film Series is a student group that shows films for the university community. It sponsors at least two free political film series each year. 4314 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, no phone.
Amnesty International works to protect human rights and free prisoners of conscience. Monthly meetings 1020 Fountain, A2, 48103, 761-1628.
Ann Arbor Coalition Against Rape is a feminist collective which puts on the annual Take Back the Night March and Rally, usually held in April. Meetings start in January. co Assault Crisis Center, 1866 Packard, YPS, 48197, 434-5910.
Ann Arbor New Jewish Agenda is committed to building an inclusive Jewish community through working against racism, heterosexism, sexism, intervention in Central America and the IsraeliPalestinian crisis. Monthly Shabbat potlucks. 711 Wesley, A2, 48104, 769-5680.
Ann Arbor Tenant's Union is an advocate and information source for tenants. 4001 & 4304 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 763-6876.
Baker-Mandela Center is an alternative student run, anti-racist center, providing literature on racism, sexism, classism and other information on people of color. Rm.3 E. Engineering Bldg., A2, 48109, 936-1809.
Black Law School Students Association helps to recruit students, and encourages admission, academie success and a broadened awareness of the black community's needs. Basement, Hutchins Hall, A2, 48109, 763-1487.
B'nai Brith Hillel Foundation promotes the welfare, cultural, religious and communal activities and interests for Jewish students and the entire univ. community. 1429 Hill, A2, 48104, 7690500.
Bread for the World is a lobbyist group that deals with hunger and health related legislation Bi monthly meetings. 705 Dwight, YPS, 48198, 4879058.
Center for South and Southeast Asian Studies coordinates graduate studies and promotes awareness of both the culture and politics of S & SE Asia via lectures, programs and performing arts. 130 Lañe Hall, A2, 48109, 747-2082.
Coalition for Arms Control-2nd District lobbies, and takes part in educational projects concerning arms control and militarism. Monthly meetings. 1407 Wakefield, A2, 48103, 663-4897.
Concerned Faculty and Staff organizes U-M faculty and statf, and holds meetings to deal with racism on campus, Central America and other social issues. Guild House, 802 Monroe, A2 , 48 1 04, 662-5189
Democratic Socialists of America is building a mainstream socialist presence in American politics and is active with poverty projects, Central American and South African issues. P O Box 7251, A2, 48107, 662-4497
Domestic Violence Project/SAFE House provides shelter for battered women and children, crisis intervention, counseling, education, and activities for children involving nonviolent role models. Trainings in Sept., June and May. P.O. Box 7052, A2, 48107, 973-0242.
Ecology Center of Ann Arbor is an environmental advocacy and educational resource center working on such issues as solid waste reduction, alternatives to pesticides, and groundwater cleanup. 417 Detroit, A2, 48104, 761-3186.
EMU Student Government sponsors activities and works to enhance student life. 233 Goodison Hall, YPS, 48197, 487-1470.
Feminist Women's Union is an activist group dedicated to internal education and community outreach. It seeks to explore creative and diverse forms of action for effective social change. 61 1 Catherine #1, A2, 48104, 996-3904.
Food Gatherers is organizing a campaign to allow restauranteurs and diners to support World Food Day (Oct. 19) by giving 7% of what's spent to the cause. 420 Detroit, A2, 48104, 761-2796.
Free South Africa Coordinating Committee is committed to opposing apartheid in South Africa. Rm. 3 E. Engineering Bldg, A2, 48109, 936-1809.
Gay Liberation provides peer counseling, group facilitators, education and polilical resources for the lesbian/gay male community 41 17 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 763-4186.
Graduate Employees Organization Local 3550 is the union for graduate student assistants at U-M. Contract talks start this fall 802 Monroe, A2, 48104, 995-0221.
Greenpeace Action campaigns and directs actions to protect the environment. Paid positions available. 214 N. Fourth Ave., A2, 48104, 7611996.
Guild House is an umbrella for many organizations that further wortd peace and social justice. 802 Monroe, A2, 48104, 662-5189.
Hispanic Law Students Association encourages admission, academic success and a broadened awareness of the Hispanic community's needs. Basement, Hutchins Hall, A2, 48109, 7630285.
Housing Bureau for Seniors assists, enables and empowers older adults to live in appropriate housing by providing counseling and nformation about housing options, public workshops, and runs the Homeshare Program which helps seniors find compatible people with whom they can share housing in exchange for work or low rent. Rm. 3D22, 300 N Ingalls Bldg., A2, 48109, 763-0970.
Humane Society of Huron Valley houses stray animals and educates the public on the proper care of pets 3100 Cherry Hill, A2, 48105, 6625585.
Huron Regional Alliance is a network of local non-profit organizations dedicated to improving the community. No address, 769-9546.
Huron Valley Greens act locally to solve social and environmental problems. 1 402 Hill, A2, 481 04, 994-4937.
Industrial Workers of the World is an independent labor union with locals in all industries and services. IWW publishes a local paper and holds monthly meetings. 400 W. Washington #2B, A2, 48103, 995-1422.
Intercooperative Council provides affordable cooperative housing and meal programs for students . Locations around central campus as well as on north campus. 4002 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 662-4415.
Interfaith Council for Peace is a coalition of church groups promoting peace and social justice. Projects include arms control, hunger, Third World affairs, local economic and racial justice, and farm preservation. 730 Tappan, A2, 48104 663-1870.
Latin American Solidarity Committee supports the right of Latín American people to self-determination and works to end U.S. intervention throughout Latin America. Weekly meetings. 4120 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 665-8438.
League of Women Voters promotes voter education and awareness. P.O. Box 7353, A2, 48107, 665-9376.
Lesbian-Gay Male Programs Office provides information on local resources, support groups and events for U-M students, faculty and staff. 4117 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 763-4186.
Lesbian and Gay Youth Support Groups offer peer support and counseling for teens. Confidentiality assured. 608 N. Main, A2, 48104, 662-2222.
Michigan Citizens Against Toxic Substances promotes toxic waste reduction alternatives. MCATS is currently working to stop Envotech Corp. 's proposed toxic landfill/incinerator. Meetings 4th Tues.each month. P.O. Box 224, Milan, Ml, 48160, 439-3385.
Michigan Citizens Lobby works for you in Lansing. 315 W. Hurón, A2, 48103, 663-6824.
Michigan SANE/Freeze works to reverse the arms race and inform the public about the big business of nuclear arms production. Paid positions available. 1416 Hill, A2, 48104, 663-3913.
Michigan Student Assembly is the U-M undergraduate student government. 3909 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 763-3241.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People works for racial equality and justice. 117 Pearl, YPS, 48197, 485-7515.
National Organization for Women organizes local events and meetings for equality and has task forces working on reproductive choice, economic issues, women in prison, lesbian rights and the ERA. 1917 Washtenaw, A2, 48104, 995-5494.
Native American Student Association promotes Native American issues on campus, offers support for students and information for those interested in Native American culture. 4203 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 764-5418.
Nicaraguan Medical Aid Project is involved in sending medical supplies to Nicaragua. 910 Gott, A2, 48103, 769-1949.
Ozone House offers free phone and in-house counseling for young people, as well as support groups, community education programs, and extensive training for volunteers. Ozone House also arranges housing for homeless and runaway youth, as well as foster care and independent living programs. 608 N. Main, A2, 48104, 662-2222.
Palestinian Solidarity Committee works in support of Palestinians' right to self-determination and for peaceful coexistence with Israel. P.O. Box 982, Novi, Ml, 48376, 347-2587.
Peace Neighborhood Center is a community service organization which provides an after-school program to help kids with homework and dinner, Special Friends (like Big-Brother/Sister), Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Program, food, clothing and shelter for the needy, Job Options for Youth, and evening group counseling. 1 1 1 1 N. Maple, A2, 48103, 662-3564.
People's Food Co-ops are alternative grocery stores stocking nutritious, organic and whole-grain food. Member discounts; non-member shoppers and volunteer workers are always welcome 212 N. Fourth Ave., A2, 48104, 994-91 74. 740 Packard, A2, 48104, 761-8173.
Performance Network stages new and experimental theatrical works of both local and outside productions. It is available on a rental basis to new local producers. 408 W. Washington, A2, 48103, 663-0681.
P-FLAG/Ann Arbor offers support and group meetings for parents of gays and lesbians. P.O. Box 15411, A2, 48106, 663-1867.
Public Interest Research Group In Michigan does social-minded research and lobbies for citizen/consumer protection laws. Paid positions available. 212 S. Fourth Ave., A2, 48104, 6626597.
Puerto Rico Solidarity Organization studies and publicizes Puerto Rican issues. 3909 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 763-3241.
Recycle Ann Arbor coordinates recycling programs and provides a drop-off station. For information on recycling and energy conservation, call 971-7400. Drop-off station: 2050 S. Industrial, A2, 48104, 662-8816.
Religious Coalition on Central America works to promote peaceful and just resolutions to the various conflicts in Central America, through education and action. 1507 Granger, A2, 48104, 6631870.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Center educates the public about rape prevention and explodes myths about rape. It also offers support and counseling for rape survivors, programs for men, a 24-hour emergency outreach service, and works for safer lighting and transportation. 580 Union #L107, A2, 48109, 763-5865 (9 am-5 pm), 936-3333 (5 pm-9 am).
Solidarity is a non-sectarian, democratic socialist movement. 4104 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 665 2709.
Trotter House is a campus center which sponsors multicultural programs and provides office and meeting space for minority organizations, it is available to the public for evening programs. 1443 Washtenaw, A2, 48109, 998-7037.
Veterans For Peace works to educate the public about the costs of war, the need to end the arms race, restrain government intervention in other nations' affairs and end war as an instrument of foreign policy. P.O. Box 3881, Portland, ME, 04104, 487-9058 (local phone).
Washtenaw Citizens for Animal Rights promotes awareness of animal rights and works for more legal protection for animals. P.O. Box 2614, A2, 48106, 665-2480.
Wellness Networks, Inc. - Huron Valley provides AIDS education and promotes safe sex practices. There are support services for those with AIDS, ARC or who are HIV positive, including speakers and a referral line. 3075 Clark #207, YPS, 48197, 572-WELL
Wildflour Community Bakery is run by collective members and provides healthy baked goods, plus education (especially for kids) about nutrition and how to make healthy food. 208 N. Fourth Ave. , A2, 48104, 994-0601.
Women's Action for Nuclear Disarmament offers lectures, video tapes, meetings and information related to nuclear disarmament. P.O. Box 1815, A2, 48106, 761-1718.
Women's Int'l League for Peace and Freedom uses education, protest and letter campaigns to work for equality and oppose war, exploitation and oppression. 2137 Medford, A2, 48104, 971-4702.
Women's Studies Group is an information resource for issues about women and society. 234 W. Engineering Bldg., A2, 48109, 763-2047.
World Hunger Education Action Committee focuses on educating people about the causes of and solutions to hunger. Meetings held to organize projects promoting hunger awareness. 4202 Mich. Union, A2, 48109, 764-3669.
Youth Housing Coalition is a crisis agency providing safe housing to young people in homes of volunteers as an alternative to the streets, and offers counseling for youth. P.O. Box 3194, A2, 48106, 662-2265.
Ypsilanti Food Co-op provides nutritious and organic grocery shopping . An alternative to the big biz giants. 312 N. River, YPS, 48197, 483-1520.
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