Who We Are.
We are a nonpartisan group dedicated to organizing, educating and inspiring our fellow citizens to protect the Constitution and strengthen democracy in America.
About Us.
Barry County Indivisible is part of the national Indivisible movement and is committed to nonviolent action and civic engagement. Nationally Indivisible has sponsored over 2500 local chapters with millions of members and continues to grow. Each local chapter is all volunteer and operates independently.
Why We Are Here.
People join Indivisible for many reasons, but we share a common goal: ensuring our country lives up to the ideals of our founders; freedom of speech, rule of law, equality and justice for all.
We work to hold our elected officials accountable to the oath they took to defend and protect the Constitution.
What We Do.
Provide factual information about current issues
Host educational presentations
Build community and connect like-minded neighbors
Organize rallies and peaceful demonstrations
Uplift voices from all backgrounds and advocate for inclusive policies
Your Next Steps
Join a Committee!
Fill out the form and we’ll connect you with a committee chair.
Join us for our monthly meetings to learn about current issues and what’s happening in our community.
Check our Social Media for meeting locations, dates, and times.
MI Barry County Indivisible In the News
Our community is showing up — and people are taking notice. Watch and read local news coverage featuring MI Barry County Indivisible, our events and our neighbors taking part in democracy.
Vigil in Hastings Honors Alex Pretti Amid Calls for Investigation
WZZM 13 came to Hastings to cover the community vigil honoring Alex Pretti following his death in Minneapolis, including the local response and calls for investigation.
▶ Watch on WZZM 13MI Barry County Indivisible Making Headlines
Hastings Protesters Want “ICE Out for Good” After Deadly Minneapolis Shooting
WWMT reported directly from the Hastings vigil, with video and photographs from the gathering. The report identifies the local Indivisible chapter and describes the candlelight walk around the courthouse.
Community Vigils After Second Fatal Minnesota ICE Shooting
News Channel 3's West Michigan report specifically includes the Hastings vigil and the candlelight procession through downtown.
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Anti-ICE Demonstration Held in Hastings
News 8 covered the Hastings gathering following the death of Renee Good and interviewed MI Barry County Indivisible organizer Ed Szumowski.
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Anti-ICE Protest Held in Hastings
WKZO reported directly on the Hastings demonstration, quoted Ed Szumowski of MI Barry County Indivisible and noted the group's next courthouse protest.
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More Than a Dozen “No Kings” Protests Planned Across West Michigan
FOX 17 included Hastings among the West Michigan communities scheduled to participate in the June 14 No Kings demonstrations.
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West Michigan Communities Prepare for “No Kings” Movement
In separate advance coverage, FOX 17 again listed the Hastings event at Thornapple Plaza among the coordinated June 14 demonstrations across West Michigan.
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“No Kings” Protesters Rally Across Southwest Michigan
WMUK photographed the Hastings demonstration and reported Barry County Indivisible's estimate that approximately 650 people attended locally.
Opposing Views at Hastings No Kings Event
WMUK published a second story focused specifically on Hastings, with additional photographs and perspectives from people present at the event.

