Our work seeks to benefit the immigrant, migrant and seasonal worker community of Northern Michigan
About Justice and Peace Advocacy
JPAC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving migrant, seasonal, and immigrant communities across Northern Michigan through direct support, education, and advocacy.
Our story began in 1997, when Gladys Muñoz and Fr. Wayne Dziekan met a migrant family in crisis through the Spanish ministry in Suttons Bay. That moment planted the seed for JPAC—an organization rooted in dignity, compassion, and the unwavering belief that every person deserves access to safety, care, and respect. Although JPAC officially became a 501(c)(3) in 2006, our mission has remained steady: To walk alongside individuals and families who are too often overlooked—offering one-on-one, culturally and linguistically responsive support built on trust and deep community relationships.
JPAC seeks to educate and raise awareness among the general population, support solidarity projects, and provide emergency and limited social services according to Catholic Social Doctrine.
Photos of Our Work
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