Bio
Lawyer, Lobbyist, and Local Black Man
Christopher Bruce is a nationally recognized advocate for civil rights, social justice, and community empowerment. With a career defined by vision, impact, and unwavering commitment to equity, he has built a reputation as both a trusted leader and a driving force for change.
Bruce currently serves as Policy and Advocacy Director for the ACLU of Georgia, where he is a steadfast champion of civil liberties and a prominent voice on issues affecting marginalized communities. Expanding his reach regionally, Bruce is also the Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Southern Collective of the ACLU, where he launched the Southern Legal Internship Program (SLIP)—an initiative empowering Black law students to gain hands-on experience in social justice work.
Beyond the ACLU, Bruce is the founder of The Bruce Firm, LLC and Common Ground Strategy Group, through which he works to dismantle inequities in the criminal legal system and provide strategic solutions that place the community at the center of decision-making. His leadership reflects a guiding philosophy: true progress comes from educating, engaging, and empowering people to lead change on the issues that impact them most.
A proven trailblazer, Bruce has been honored by his Alma maters: Georgia State University, University of Georgia and the National Bar Association’s 40 Under 40 Awards. He has won several awards, including those from the National Urban League, NAACP, Outstanding Atlanta, New Leaders Council, and LEAD Atlanta.
His service extends into civic leadership as a board member of Hands On Atlanta and as a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the 100 Black Men of Atlanta.
Bruce’s journey—rising from Gate City Bar Association scholarship recipient and intern to serving as its President—illustrates both his personal dedication and the full-circle power of leadership rooted in community. With each role, he continues to push Forward—building partnerships, shaping policy, and inspiring the next generation of advocates and leaders.
He has been featured in several national news mediums such as The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. He often makes appearances on CNN, MSNBC, and BBC News.