Upcoming eventS
THIS MONTH IN ATHENS
Join us for events that challenge injustice, spark vital conversations, and fuel the movement for equity and accountability.
Upcoming Events
Affordable Housing RALLY: Athens city hall
Join us April 7 at Athens City Hall for the Athens Affordable Housing rally honoring Fair Housing Month and advancing the fight for safe, equitable housing for all.
April 11, 2026 Saturday School: End School To Prison Pipeline Advocates Training
The End School-to-Prison Pipeline (ESTPP) Advocates Training is a powerful, hands-on 2-hour experience designed to equip individuals with the confidence, knowledge, and leadership skills needed to navigate school systems, avoid the pipeline, and create meaningful change in their communities.
Women’s Wellness & Justice Retreat Tybee Island
Step into the calming backdrop of Tybee Island, the Women Wellness & Justice retreat invites you to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and build meaningful connections with other women walking their own journeys of growth and purpose.
Classic City Soul Food Festival
Classic City Soul Food Festival, hosted by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM), is an outdoor community celebration honoring the rich traditions of soul food, culture, and live music in the heart of the Classic City. The festival brings together soul food chefs, food vendors, musicians, community, and small businesses for a day filled with flavor, rhythm, and connection.
Justice & Accountability Committee Monthly Meeting
We invite you to attend our monthly meetings held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month from 5:30–7:00 PM.
Special Planning Meeting: March 30
This session will focus on:
Affordable Housing Justice Initiatives. If you haven’t signed our petition, please click here to sign and learn more about our affordable housing ordinance.
This is your opportunity to take action, stay informed, and be part of meaningful change in our community.
Participation in Justice and Accountability Committee (JAC) meetings is open to AADM members only.
Become a volunteer member to get involved, share your voice, and help us build accountability and justice together. JOIN! Don’t miss this month’s meeting — we need you at the table.
Must RSVP to receive Zoom Link.
Women's Fest
March 22, 2026, join us for a powerful day dedicated to celebrating women in business, wellness, and social justice. Women’s Fest is a community space to connect, rest, and reflect while uplifting women leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.
Community Organizing Meeting 3RD Mondays
3rd Mondays – Community Organizing Meetings hosted by AADM Justice and Accountability Committee.
Focused on strategy, planning, and building community power.
Where: Northeast Georgia Black Chamber of Commerce, 3700 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606 (inside Georgia Square Mall).
What to Expect:
Breakout Sessions & Discussion Topics
Time to Open ACC Jail Campaign – Addressing criminal justice concerns and advocating for fair visitation access
Athens Affordable Housing Ordinance – Planning, organizing, and policy development
Get involved, make your voice heard, and help shape solutions for a more just Athens!
Please RSVP Below:
Saturday School: From Jail to ICE Detention: How the Pipeline Works
Starting Saturday, March 14th, the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) will host Saturday School every second Saturday of the month at: Oconee Steet United Methodist Church, Athens, Georgia.
This workshop will educate community members about how people are transferred from local jails into immigration detention centers and what we can do to stop the pipeline. Participants will learn their rights, understand the impact on families, and explore solutions to protect our community.
This month topic is: From Jail to ICE Detention: How the Pipeline Works protecting families from being separated simply because someone was arrested. No one should be transferred to immigration detention without due process, legal support, and community protection.
From Jail to ICE Detention: How the Pipeline Works
Workshop Topics:
How the Pipeline Works
Know Your Rights
Community Impact Discussion
Solutions: Ending the Pipeline
Action Steps
PLEASE RSVP BELOW:
Athens Commissioner Candidate Town hall
Join the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) for a Candidate Meet & Greet and Community Townhall. This is an opportunity for community members to hear directly from local candidates about their priorities, vision, and plans for our community.
Attendees will have the chance to learn where candidates stand on important issues and engage in meaningful dialogue.
Grab Your Tickets: Social Justice Awards & Gala 2026
As AADM celebrates a decade of advocacy, education, and community building, this gala is not only a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come but also a call to action for the work that lies ahead. Together, we will honor our past, uplift today’s champions, and build momentum for the next generation of justice leaders.
1800 Helpline Training for Volunteers
1-800 Help Line Volunteer Training
This training is designed for volunteers who want to support our 1-800 Help Line and assist community members navigating discrimination, rights violations, and crisis situations. Volunteers will learn how to respond with care, clarity, and confidence—grounded in our justice-centered framework.
The session will cover:
How the 1-800 Help Line works
Volunteer roles and responsibilities
Active listening and trauma-informed response
How to document concerns and route cases appropriately
When and how to escalate issues for advocacy or legal support
No prior experience is required—just a commitment to showing up for the community with integrity, compassion, and accountability.
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Zoom (register below to receive the Zoom link)
This training is essential for anyone interested in volunteering with the 1-800 Help Line.
Athens MLK Jr. Parade and Music Festival 10 Years Celebration
Athens, GA – The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) proudly announce the 10th Annual Athens MLK Jr. Parade & Music Fest, a historic celebration honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On Monday, January 19, 2026, the streets of downtown Athens will come alive with one of the largest gatherings of unity, music, and cultural pride in Northeast Georgia.
Celebrate Kwanzaa in Athens 2025
This year, the Athens Kwanzaa Alliance comes together to celebrate Kwanzaa through a powerful series of educational, cultural, and creative events designed to uplift voices, honor leadership, and invest in the future.
Click here to read more..
Reggae Vibes Fundraiser: Georgia for Jamaica Hurricane Relief
Join us for an uplifting and meaningful night as Georgia comes together to support Jamaica! Reggae Vibes Fundraiser is a celebration of culture, community, and compassion all to raise funds and gather practical resources for families recovering from Hurricane Melissa.
AADM End-of-the-Year Townhall: Housing, FOOD, & Community Solutions
Join the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) for our End-of-the-Year Townhall, a community-centered event addressing food insecurity, housing challenges, and actionable solutions. This interactive Townhall will include a panel discussion, a debrief of findings from the recent People’s Assembly, and breakout sessions focused on community-driven advocacy and policy priorities for 2026.
Athens People’s Movement Assembly
The People’s Movement Assembly will bring together community members, organizers, leaders, and advocates to listen, share, strategize, and build unity across movements. Together, we will work toward short-term wins, medium-term campaigns, and long-term transformative change.
NEG Black Business Expo
The First Annual Northeast Georgia Black Business Expo hosted by the Northeast Georgia Black Business Alliance, emerges from a clear and growing need: to shine a spotlight on Black owned businesses, amplify their voices, and cultivate the support networks that drive sustainable growth.
