OPEN is partnering with local advocates to bring non-discrimination protections to communities across Michigan. From Ann Arbor to Detroit, we're building momentum for legislation that protects all families.
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Building protections for family and relationship structures in Michigan
OPEN is partnering with local advocates across Michigan to pass ordinances that would add "family or relationship structure" as a protected category in cities' existing non-discrimination laws.
We're currently supporting grassroots organizing efforts in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Ferndale, with plans to expand into Detroit and explore opportunities in Grand Rapids.
This protection would cover diverse families and relationships including consensually non-monogamous relationships, multi-partner and multi-parent families, multi-generational households, chosen families, stepfamilies and blended families, single-parent households, and asexual and aromantic relationships.
What We're Working Toward
Where we stand
Local organizers are building community coalitions and identifying potential city council sponsors across our target cities. We're hopeful for policy introduction in at least one city by mid-2025.
Our immediate focus is on gathering petition signatures, connecting with allied organizations, and demonstrating community support for these protections in each target city.
Get involved!
Ready to join the effort? Use the form above to connect with our team and we can help plug you into local organizing efforts in your area, or reach out directly at info@open-love.org.
Share your story: Personal experiences help illustrate why these protections matter. If you’ve experienced stigma or discrimination on the basis of your non-monogamous identity in Michigan, we’d like to hear about it! Use the form below or write us at info@open-love.org.
Join the Coalition: Is your organization interested in supporting non-discrimination protections in Michigan?