Community News
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- Gwinnett County joins international group to make communities more welcoming Gwinnett County has joined the Welcoming Network, an international association of more than 300 local governments and nonprofits working to build more inclusive communities. The group is run by Welcoming America, a nonprofit that promotes inclusion toward immigrants and others. It helps members increase equity in areas such as language access, health care and economic development. Gwinnett County is the second-largest county in Georgia and the most diverse. - The Atlanta Journal Constitution
- NFL extends support for Atlanta-based social justice organizations
The NFL announced the renewals of 21 national grant partners including Atlanta-based social justice organizations as part of the Inspire Change social justice initiative. The new 21 grant partners have totaled $6.5 million in donations, according to officials. Operation HOPE will continue to remove traditional hurdles to Black entrepreneurship by providing them with the critical tools, resources and education needed to start — and scale— their ventures. - CBS 46
Local Organizations
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Atlanta Jobs with Justice - Atlanta Jobs with Justice is a coalition of labor unions, community groups, faith based organizations, student organizations, and individuals that leads and supports campaigns for economic and social justice in Atlanta workplaces and communities.
ATL is Ready - ATLisReady is a cooperatively owned social enterprise of grassroots organizations, student activists, community organizers, millennial leaders and good ol' folk. Together the organizations work in principle to strengthen and amplify indigenous Black and marginalized voices in Atlanta. It uses equitable policy development, community empowerment to elevate local organizing efforts advancing racial and economic justice initiatives in the city.
ATL Raise Up - ATL Raise Up represents fast food workers in Atlanta joining the global movement for $15/hour and the right to unionize without retaliation. It believes that all workers deserve a living wage and the right to form a union without retaliation.
Common Cause Georgia - Common Cause Georgia is a non-profit, non-partisan advocacy organization that works to strengthen public participation in our democracy and ensure that public officials and public institutions are accountable and responsive to citizens. Through a powerful combination of coalition building, lobbying and litigation, grassroots organizing, policy development, research and public education, they spotlight local, state and national issues that affect every Georgian.
Georgia Muslim Voter Project - Georgia Muslim Voter Project is a group of American Muslims striving to rally the American Muslim community to show up big time in the upcoming election. They believe in the value and power of America’s communities finding and using their voices. The focus is to empower American Muslims to amplify their voices through their votes. They envision an active, engaged American Muslim voting bloc, capable of upholding the equitable rights of American Muslims.
Housing Justice League - HJL is a grassroots, member-led organization that seeks to build power in Metro Atlanta neighborhoods highly impacted by the housing crisis. By mobilizing communities around foreclosure, eviction, tenant rights, and public land rights — with an emphasis on leadership development and fostering a culture of resistance through non-violent direct action — they strive to transform our city’s approach to housing. HJL believes that housing is a human right regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, economic background, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or immigration status.
LaGender, Inc. - LaGender works to serve the unique needs of the transgender community in Metro Atlanta for HIV prevention, intervention, education, and other related needs. They envision a sisterhood and a world free from HIV/AIDS, homelessness, mass incarceration, police profiling, mental health duress, and racial and gender discrimination. Through a holistic loving approach, LaGender transforms the lives of trans women of color in a dynamic family setting.
Solutions Not Punishment Collaborative - The Solutions Not Punishment Collaborative is a Black, trans-led, broad based collaborative working for a new Atlanta where every person has the opportunity to grow and thrive without facing unfair barriers, especially from the criminal justice system.
SPARK Reproductive Justice Now - SPARK is a reproductive justice organization based in Atlanta, GA, advocating for policies that protect and expand access to the full range of family planning options, abortion, and sexual health education for women and youth of color in the state of Georgia. SPARK ensures the voices of women of color, young parents, and LGBTQ+ youth of color living in the south are included in the reproductive rights and justice movements.
Street Groomers - Street Groomers are a group of Atlanta-are young Black men who organize themselves into street patrol units, unite the 'street tribes', begin taking back the streets from thugs of all types and cleaning up their communities. The Street Groomers are now in demand in many Atlanta area neighborhoods, and in communities in other cities and states, as positive results are immediately noticed in communities they patrol. In addition to expanding the communities they patrol, their next step is to launch enterprises, programs and projects that benefit and positively transform the youth and communities they patrol.
Upcoming Events

Día de Muertos, Where the Past Is Present
Since the Mesoamerican era, in what is now Mexico, the emphasis on death was an integral part of the culture. Upon the arrival of the Spaniards, Catholic religious rites were mixed with the worldview of the native peoples, which gave way to the celebration of departed loved ones. On November 1, known on the Catholic…

Legal Resource Day
El Paso and Teller County legal organizations and nonprofits to host free legal resource day Event will include legal presentations, advice and assistance Friday October 25, 2024 (COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.) – The 4th Judicial District Access to Justice Committee will host a free Legal Resource Day from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25th, at the…

Casa Central’s 2024 Fundraising Gala – 70th Anniversary Disco Party
Tickets are on sale now for Casa Central’s 70th Anniversary “Disco Party” Fundraising Gala 2024. Scan the QR code above or visit https://give.casacentral.org/70th-Anniversary-Gala to buy your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable evening! WHEN: Friday, October 18th, 6pm – 12am, afterparty ‘til 1am WHERE: Lacuna Lofts, 2150 S Canalport Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 Casa Central was founded in…

Boston Desegregation and Busing Initiative: What Happened in Boston’s Schools and Neighborhoods?
Come learn about what happened in Boston’s schools and neighborhoods and the legacy of desegregation and busing. SESSION 1: 10am-12pm – What happened in the school and neighorhods when Boston School Desegregation and Busing began? SESSION 2: 1pm-3pm – The Legacy of Desegregation and Busing: Success or Failure?

Equity in Health: A Brunch Conversation – Phoenix Chapter
Brunch while discussing pressing health equity issues, sharing of insights and connecting with others who are committed to advancing equity in our communities.

Timely and Adaptive Strategies to Optimize Suicide Prevention Interventions
Therapeutic interventions are now being applied in ways that may enhance timely and tailored strategies to address suicide risk. This approach requires ready access to end-user data that informs proactive intervention strategies. This webinar will consider 1) which data sources are best equipped to inform intervention strategies, 2) which intervention aspects should involve tailoring strategies…

Christmas Unlimited: Operation Back to School
For a moment imagine you are a carpenter and show up on the job site with only a pencil and a hammer. You’re told to start framing a house — no nails, no saw, no square, no level. How can anyone expect you to do your job without the right materials? At the start of…

Advocating for your child with significant healthcare needs
Parents and guardians of children or young adults with significant health care needs bring a wealth of information to their health care team. Combining your personal knowledge with advocacy skills can help ensure that your child or young adult receives the best quality of care. This workshop will review using service plans (IHPs, IEPs, and…

Gift Cards For Guns
The Sacramento Police Department is offering gift cards for guns. You can trade in old or unused firearms at Kinney Police Station, 3550 Marysville Blvd. in Sacramento, in September, according to its post on X. “No questions asked. No identification required. No ammunition allowed,” the department said. According to the police department, there is a…
Local Hero Spotlight
Members can nominate a local hero for recognition on their local LoveJustice.com city page!
Anyone and everyone can make an impact, and at LoveJustice we believe that they deserve to be recognized for their good, necessary work!
