AADM Launches Justice Advocate Training & Community Defense Mobile Clinic
Bringing advocacy, education, resources, and pathways to justice directly to the community
ATHENS, GA — August 17, 2026 — The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) is launching the Community Defense Hub Mobile Clinic, a mobile, community-based initiative designed to bring advocacy, resources, education, support, and pathways to justice directly to the people.
In collaboration with Indivisible 10, Indivisible Blue, and legal professionals, the AADM is also recruiting and training volunteers to become Justice Advocates and join the AADM Community Defense Team.
Correction: In a previous announcement, we incorrectly listed the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) as a participating organization. AADM is collaborating with Tiffany Roberts, Director of the Public Policy Unit at the Southern Center for Human Rights (SCHR). We apologize for the error and appreciate the opportunity to provide the correct information.
Throughout the training series, guest instructors will include representatives from the Southern Center for Human Rights (SCHR), the ACLU of Georgia, and other legal experts with experience in civil rights, criminal justice, and community advocacy.
The Mobile Clinic will focus on three areas:
POLICE • JAIL • DISCRIMINATION
Community members will receive assistance with understanding their rights, documenting concerns, navigating court and complaint processes, filing official complaints, and connecting with trusted legal and community resources.
Become a Justice Advocate
AADM's three-part training series will prepare volunteers to help community members navigate these systems and pursue accountability.
September 19 — Understanding Civil Rights Violations & Court Systems
Athens, GA
October 17 — Police & Jail Accountability: Know Your Rights
Monroe, GA
November 21 — Understanding Probation & Reentry
Athens, GA
December 2026 — AADM Community Defense - Freedom Clinic (LTBA) Athens, GA
“You don't have to be a lawyer to make a difference,” said Mokah Jasmine Johnson, co-founder of AADM. “With the right training, everyday people can become powerful advocates for their communities.”
For more information or to register for the AADM's advocate training sessions click here.
Support the Community Defense Mobile Clinic
We need community support to take this work directly into neighborhoods through mobile clinics, volunteer training, education, and outreach.
Help us bring community defense directly to the people.
Become a Justice Advocate. Know your rights. Learn the system. Help your community.
For more information about the Community Defense Mobile Clinic and Justice Advocate Training Series, visit www.aadmovement.org.
