Events
Upcoming & Ongoing Events
Banned Books Week Virtual Panel
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
Oct 08, 2025 | 6:00 PM
Atlanta Pride Festival
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]
Oct 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM
Indivisible Georgia Coalition Medics Training
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.
Oct 11, 2025 | 12:00 PM
Past Events
2025 Annual Membership Meeting
Join us on Saturday, September 13 for the 2025 Annual Membership Meeting of the ACLU of Georgia. Our theme this year is “Dissent. Defend. Demand.”
Come learn about our efforts to push back against the cruel and unconstitutional policies of the Trump administration in Georgia and across the nation. Hear about our wins and setbacks in the 2025 Legislative Session and our strategy for next year’s session. Learn about what's ahead with our Protest Ready GA initiative and how the ACLU nationwide is responding from special guest Lee Gelernt, deputy director of the ACLU Immigrants’ Rights Project.
Join us to learn about ways to get involved and to connect with others who share your passion for fighting back.
There’s no cost to attend in person or via Zoom. Childcare and breakfast will be provided.
Sep 13, 2025 | 10:00 AM
Legal Observer Training
Train to be a Legal Observer with the ACLU of Georgia.
Sep 09, 2025 | 6:00 PM
SummerShade Festival
Come see us at Grant Park Summer Shade Festival, August 23 & 24! Stop by our tent for some ACLU of Georgia swag, info on our programs, and ways to get involved!
Festival hours: 8/23: 10am-10pm, 8/24: 10am-6pm
If you'd like to volunteer for the event, email [email protected] with the subject line 'Summer Shade Festival.'
Aug 23, 2025 | 10:00 AM
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