Athens Run for Maud – Walk for Justice

AADM Justice Center + Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA

About Athens Run for Maud - Walk for Justice Since 2020, the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) has hosted an annual event to honor and celebrate the life of Ahmaud Arbery. This year we will host an official race, the the Athens Run for Maud 2.23 mile run/walk on Saturday, February 24th, 2024. Shortly after, we will also host an information session helping to raise awareness on citizen arrest and hate crime legislation. See race day itinerary towards the bottom of this page. Individuals and teams are welcome to register using the form below. The registration cost is pay-what-you-can. Proceeds will...

AADM Monthly Meeting: Community Organizers Networking

AADM Justice Center + Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA

Let's discuss how we can work together towards creating a more inclusive and equitable Athens. Join the AADM Monthly Meeting and enjoy breakfast with community-minded professionals. Members, volunteers, and newcomers welcome! Fill out the form to RSVP:

Educators: Protect Your First Amendment Rights Workshop

AADM Justice Center + Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA

Educators, parents, school officials and concerned community members. Attend this event to learn your rights & protections regarding censorship and teaching about racism, sexism, and historical prejudice in the classroom. This “Know Your Rights” workshop is presented by Samantha C. Hamilton, a Georgia Journalism and Access Project Attorney with the UGA Law First Amendment Clinic. Complete the form below to RSVP:  

AADM Monthly Meeting: Community Organizers Networking

Athens Chamber of Commerce 246 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Let's discuss how we can work together towards creating a more inclusive, equitable, and safe Athens. Each month we offer a  space for community organizers to share information, learn, and network. April 2024, we will discuss organizing strategies and more. Starting at 10:30 am includes coffee and continental breakfast. Join the AADM Monthly community organizing meeting with community-minded professionals. Includes continental breakfast. Members, volunteers, and newcomers welcome! Fill out the form to RSVP:

Athens Candidate Panel 2024

ACC Library: Appleton Auditorium 2025 Baxter St, Athens, GA, United States

Get to know the candidates running for local office. Including Commissioners, District Attorney, Sheriff and more. This event is open to the general public. Everyone welcomed. Doors open 5pm -Network w/Candidates 5:30 pm Commissions panel discussion 6:30 pm Sheriffs & District Attorneys panel discussion The candidates below will be in attendance.  Commissioners: Jason Jacobs Stephanie Johnson Melissa Link Rashe Malcolm Carol Myers Sidney Waters Sheriffs & District Attorneys: Tommy Dorsey John Q Williams Deborah Gonzalez Kalki Yalamanchili Please RSVP to attend this event.