…y of our entire community. In every one of AVLF’s pro bono programs, low-income clients receive free, high quality legal service that they could not otherwise access, and as a consequence, their lives and the lives of their children are safer and more stable. And through every one of these programs you support with your volunteer work or your financial gift, your community is better balanced, more just, and more secure. Thank you for all that your…
…knew I had to do something—but I didn’t have any family to help me. My mom passed away when I was about 15 years old. My grandmother, who also helped raise me, passed away when I was in my early 20s, and I never met my father or his side of my family. My nearest family is in South Carolina, and I can’t see them because of COVID. With the help of so many wonderful people, I have been able to not only survive, but begin to recover, heal and thrive….
…ogram. Training topics will include the dynamics of domestic violence, an overview of applicable state and federal law, and the process and logistics of obtaining a TPO in Fulton County. Questions? Email Program Coordinator Lilli Crowe. Want to know about upcoming events this list? Sign-up for our newsletter to keep up-to-date. 5258…
…ur part starts with making sure people are treated professionally and feel comfortable coming to what may at first be intimidating). Volunteer paralegals may also be able to sit in on at least one attorney/client interview, depending on the number of cases and workload. How? If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions, please contact Matilde Davis. We will get some basic information and then give you your choice of upcoming Saturda…
…ogram. Training topics will include the dynamics of domestic violence, an overview of applicable state and federal law, and the process and logistics of obtaining a TPO in Fulton County. Questions? Email Program Coordinator Lilli Crowe. Want to know about upcoming events this list? Sign-up for our newsletter to keep up-to-date. 5258…
…the CLE credit. If you do not wish to receive the credits, registration is free. About The Program: AVLF invites attorneys from all practice areas seeking a meaningful pro bono experience to join our Domestic Violence program. Training topics will include the dynamics of domestic violence, an overview of applicable state and federal law, and the process and logistics of obtaining a TPO in Fulton County. Questions? Email Program Coordinator Lilli C…
…s House, Raksha, Inc., Securus House, Tapestri, The Mary Gay House, and AVLF’s Safe and Stable Families project. This event is free and open to the public….
…ence during the past year. The vigil will also include courageous testimonies from survivors and an inspiring call to action for you to join the fight to stop domestic violence once and for all! Free and open to the public. Complimentary parking at Atlantic Station. For more information, contact Partnership Against Domestic Violence at (404) 870-9600 or info@PADV.org or click here. …
….m. with morning devotion,* presented by a member of the historic Westside community, and complimentary breakfast, provided by Summit sponsor Chick-fil-A. Many in our community are driven by their spiritual faith to participate in the Westside revitalization effort. The time at the beginning of our meetings is an opportunity to share various inspirational reflections. While the speakers may articulate their personal faith, it is meant to be inclus…
…the building lobby, then the main elevator to the 24th floor. Additional information available here. For additional event information, please contact Terrica Ganzy at tganzy@schr.org or (404) 688-1202. The Southern Center for Human Rights (SCHR) is working for equality, justice, and dignity in our criminal justice system. The mission of SCHR is to end capital punishment, mass incarceration, and other criminal justice practices that are used to con…
…t from being the new kids to having everyone know their names. They have become trusted members of the community, fighting for families to stay in their homes and children to stay in their school. Since kicking off Standing with Our Neighbors a mere 270 days ago: 116 local residents learned about their rights as tenants through AVLF-sponsored information sessions, pop-up clinics, or other community events 75 elementary students saw increased housi…
…nd trauma. And we’re just getting started. We’re successful because of the passion and innovation of our staff, the expertise of our partners, and the generosity of Atlanta’s legal community. For over 40 years, our city’s top firms and brightest legal talent have volunteered their time and energy to help our clients in their fight for justice—and have found that they get a great deal back in return. As these lawyers lift the community, their perso…
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