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In honor of Black History Month, the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) is proud to launch the AADM Entrepreneurs Empowerment Initiative to support Black and minority-owned businesses in Athens-Clarke County and surrounding areas. Click Here to RSVP Documentary Screening & Panel Discussion to Address Racial Inequities in Athens This powerful initiative kicks off with an exclusive screening of Changing the…

Written by Alexander Ashcraft- AADM Journalism Team . Photos by Daniel Borremans On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) took action by rally support for a resolution addressing racial inequities in housing, economic opportunity, and youth development for Black and minority communities in Athens. The AADM Proposed Resolution highlights systemic disparities and outlines actionable steps to create…

January 2025 Recap. Athens-Clarke County has seen the arrival of many new and old transportation projects, but a recent item on the agenda differentiates itself among efforts to resurface roads and install new sidewalks: a donation acceptance from QuikTrip Corporation for up to $500,000 towards a Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC). RTCCs serve as a hub…

Each year Athens in Harmony features ten duos and one quartet in a rousing concert that benefits the nonprofit Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement. As a finale, the audience sings  “Give Peace a Chance” with all the performers, and a handful of hip hop artists intersperse lyrics about harmony in Athens and beyond. Among the musicians this year are a Brazilian woman who participated in The Voice…

Photo by Daniel Borremans  The Social Justice Awards was a truly magical experience! On this unforgettable evening, we honored remarkable individuals who tirelessly work for justice and often go unnoticed. It was a night filled with heartfelt celebrations of social justice, where we recognized the dedication and impact of these changemakers. Beyond the awards, the…