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Press Release: Classic City Juneteenth 2026: A Celebration of Freedom, Culture, & Community Power
Athens, GA — The Classic City Juneteenth Music and Arts Fest 2026, hosted by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM), will take place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Georgia Square Mall, located at 3700 Atlanta Highway, Athens, Georgia 30606.
The festival will bring the Athens community together for a vibrant celebration of freedom, culture, education, and unity under the theme: "For the People. By the People."
Fight for Black Representation
The Supreme Court’s recent decisions have narrowed certain protections under the Voting Rights Act, and combined with renewed efforts to redraw political maps, this moment calls for urgent attention, especially here in Georgia, as a special legislative session beginning June 17 is expected to address redistricting under Governor Brian Kemp.
AADM Announces 2026 Youth Civil Rights Leadership Summer Camp
The Youth Civil Rights Leadership summer camp will provide students ages 13–18 with hands-on learning experiences centered on: Public Speaking & Communication, Civil Rights & Black History Education, Leadership Development and more.
Justice Behind Bars ATHENS Rally: A Call for Accountability in Athens-Clarke County Jail
The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) is once again calling on the Athens-Clarke County community to demand transparency, accountability, and humanity within our local jail system. Join us Tuesday, May 5th, 6PM (LTBA) for a community rally as we demand transparency and accountability.
Recap: Athens Community United for Affordable Housing
Red and Black Article for a full recap…. Photo by Gabriel Obleton
What Kwanzaa Teaches Us About Unity, Leadership, and Healing
More Than a Celebration: Why Kwanzaa Matters for Our Community. Learn more..
Urgent Call for Athens-Clarke County Government & Community: Protect Athens Families from the SNAP Freeze
CALL TO ACTION! The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) is calling on Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission, local nonprofits, churches, civic organizations, and residents to unite behind a nonpartisan community effort to help Protect Georgia Families from the SNAP Freeze scheduled for November 1.