Michigan Moves Month: May 2025
The Michigan Moves Coalition is excited to bring you Michigan Moves Month May 2025. This year’s theme is Join the Movement. Watch the short video below for more details.
Day at the Capitol - May 8, 2025
An active learning experience on the lawn of the Michigan State Capitol for over 300 Lansing Public School students. This special event features distinguished SHAPE-MI Physical Education Teachers of the Year leading the students through a fun morning of exercise and learning at the doorstep of our State Capitol.
For an added touch of excitement, each PE teacher will be paired with a coach or an athlete from Michigan’s college and professional sports teams, creating a unique mentorship and learning opportunity. These interactions aim to inspire the young participants by demonstrating the skills and dedication of top athletes and coaches.
Physical Activity Policy and Systems Change Symposium
The Michigan Moves Coalition is hosting a transformative one-day Physical Activity Policy and Systems Change Symposium focused on driving state-wide collaboration to create a healthier, more active Michigan. This symposium will bring together stakeholders from all societal sectors to discuss and develop policies and systems that advance the Michigan Physical Activity Plan’s overarching priorities.
This exclusive, invitation-only event will host 125 attendees from more than 50 prominent public and private organizations across Michigan. This transformative one-day event is focused on driving statewide collaboration to create a healthier, more active Michigan. The symposium will bring together stakeholders from all societal sectors to discuss and develop policies and systems that advance the overarching priorities of the Michigan Physical Activity Plan.
Featuring nationally recognized experts in public health policy and systems, attendees will explore cutting-edge strategies for policy development, systems change, and cross-sector collaboration. The event will highlight the Michigan Moves Coalition’s commitment to health, impact, and fostering community engagement to ensure all residents have access to physical activity opportunities.
