Events

Banned Books Week is October 5-11! Join the ACLU of Georgia as we highlight the stories and authors that legislators and special interest groups are working hard to silence. As part of a larger agenda to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion, book bans and literary censorship run rampant in Georgia. Don't miss this special opportunity to celebrate literature that unifies and humanizes us all! Panelists: LaVonnia Moore, Former Librarian in Pierce County, GA Nico Lang, Award-winning LGBTQ+ Journalist and Author Thomas Jackson, Librarian for African American Studies at the Atlanta University Center and past chair of Georgia Library Association Black Caucus

Join us at the Atlanta Pride Festival, Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12! Stop by our tent, pick up some swag and learn about getting involved in the fight for civil liberties in Georgia. We're also looking for volunteers to help at the festival table. To sign up to volunteer, email us: [email protected]

Join our partner, Indivisible Georgia Coalition, for a marshal training with Tim Franzen of American Friends Service Committee. Marshals serve as volunteers who help host organizations to manage events and ensure the safety of participants. This 90-minute training provides an overview of the role and responsibilities of event marshals and best practices for dealing with real-life scenarios during protests. The training will prepare you with the resources and information you need to serve as a protest marshal in nationwide day of peaceful protests on Saturday, October 18, and beyond. Capacity is limited. Sign up and confirm your registration.

The ACLU of Georgia's partner, Indivisible Georgia Coalition, is hosting a medic training in preparation for the nationwide day of peaceful protests on Saturday, October 18. Experienced medical professionals will conduct the training to ensure protesters are kept safe and healthy during the events. The coalition is requesting all medics — even experienced professionals — receive at least some training before volunteering. The training does not require you to volunteer for the October 18 event. More information is available at the registration form linked below.