Government Agencies and Programs
The Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission's vision is to be an exemplary commission by adding public value to the State of Michigan and the APA community, by fully engaging APAs across the state
The Commission strives to market the state's career development services to Michigan Hispanics, encourage initiatives to reduce the high school dropout rates of Hispanic youth, and facilitate efforts to increase the enrollment of Hispanics in postsecondary education and training programs
The Michigan Immigrant and Refugee Council passionately embraces diversity, recognizing and celebrating the profound strength immigrants and refugees bring to the vibrant tapestry of Michigan. The council is unwavering in its dedication to cultivating a warm, inclusive environment that extends a heartfelt welcome to individuals from diverse backgrounds who have chosen Michigan as their new home.
The Michigan LGBTQ+ Commission, stands as a beacon of advocacy, inclusion and celebration for Michigan's diverse LGBTQ+ community. The commission's charge is to ensure equal representation, amplify voices and foster a state where everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, feels affirmed and valued.
The 15-member council will advise the department on issues relating to the Arab and Chaldean communities in Michigan and promote awareness of their culture and history
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Vanessa Guerra is serving in her first term as the Saginaw County Clerk. Prior to serving at the county level, she served for six years as State Representative to Michigan’s 95th House District which encompasses nine communities within Saginaw County.
While in the state house Vanessa was passionate about protecting our democracy by introducing and supporting legislation that increased transparency and accountability for all levels of government, ensured everyone had equal access to their vital records and fought to protect voter access to the ballot box no matter where one lives. Vanessa brings that same energy and passion for civic education to the county level where she now helps to oversee elections, commissioner meetings, vital records requests and access to circuit court records.
Vanessa is a proud graduate of Bridgeport Spaulding High School and went on to earn her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan where she double majored in political science and Latino studies. Vanessa is also a licensed attorney having earned her law degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. She lives in the City of Saginaw with her husband Rob and their three fur babies.
