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ACLUGA Exec Dir Andrea Young joined a march and spoke at a rally organized by the Atlanta-North Georgia Labor Council and advocacy organizations to mark MLK Jr. Day 2026.
She was joined by many community leaders on the day of remembrance and recommitment.
She was joined by many community leaders on the day of remembrance and recommitment.
January 21, 2026 at 5:55 PM
ACLUGA Exec Dir Andrea Young joined a march and spoke at a rally organized by the Atlanta-North Georgia Labor Council and advocacy organizations to mark MLK Jr. Day 2026.
She was joined by many community leaders on the day of remembrance and recommitment.
She was joined by many community leaders on the day of remembrance and recommitment.
Dr. King reminded us that justice is not inevitable. It must be demanded, defended, and delivered. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we carry that charge forward. #MLK
January 19, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Dr. King reminded us that justice is not inevitable. It must be demanded, defended, and delivered. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we carry that charge forward. #MLK
Gov. Kemp has given his final State of the State address, & there’s a lot he didn’t address. As session begins, the reality is that our freedoms are under threat. Here’s our take: ACLU of Georgia’s State of Civil Liberties, w/ Executive Director Andrea Young. Watch: youtube.com/shorts/_WUxHH4Lzhk
January 15, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Gov. Kemp has given his final State of the State address, & there’s a lot he didn’t address. As session begins, the reality is that our freedoms are under threat. Here’s our take: ACLU of Georgia’s State of Civil Liberties, w/ Executive Director Andrea Young. Watch: youtube.com/shorts/_WUxHH4Lzhk
Democracy works best when the people show up. Hundreds of Georgians attended “Pack the Cap” on the first day of legislative session to fight for our rights.
S/O to everyone who made this event our most successful lobby day yet. Take a peek at community power in action: https://bit.ly/3Zd5Odr
S/O to everyone who made this event our most successful lobby day yet. Take a peek at community power in action: https://bit.ly/3Zd5Odr
January 14, 2026 at 11:39 PM
Democracy works best when the people show up. Hundreds of Georgians attended “Pack the Cap” on the first day of legislative session to fight for our rights.
S/O to everyone who made this event our most successful lobby day yet. Take a peek at community power in action: https://bit.ly/3Zd5Odr
S/O to everyone who made this event our most successful lobby day yet. Take a peek at community power in action: https://bit.ly/3Zd5Odr
Decisions made under the Gold Dome impact Georgians' daily lives. This session, stand with us and take action for civil rights. acluga.org/2026session
January 13, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Decisions made under the Gold Dome impact Georgians' daily lives. This session, stand with us and take action for civil rights. acluga.org/2026session
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A small town in Georgia is coming together to push back against the Trump administration’s plans to convert warehouses into ICE detention camps.
People don't belong in camps, and ICE must stop terrorizing our communities.
People don't belong in camps, and ICE must stop terrorizing our communities.
Georgia town of 5,000 vows to fight ICE plan to warehouse 9,000 detainees
Some small cities and towns say they don't have the sewer systems or other infrastructure needed to absorb thousands of detainees.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:42 PM
A small town in Georgia is coming together to push back against the Trump administration’s plans to convert warehouses into ICE detention camps.
People don't belong in camps, and ICE must stop terrorizing our communities.
People don't belong in camps, and ICE must stop terrorizing our communities.
#PacktheCap is about being seen and heard. Lawmakers, take note. Georgians are ready to fight back against attacks on our civil rights.
January 12, 2026 at 3:32 PM
#PacktheCap is about being seen and heard. Lawmakers, take note. Georgians are ready to fight back against attacks on our civil rights.
Starting at Central Presbyterian Church, talking abt surveillance bills, First Amendment rights, criminal legal reforms, & more. #packthecapitol
“We’re here to remind legislators that people are watching … the only way to protect our democracy is to be present. ” said ACLUGA Exec Dir Andrea Young.
“We’re here to remind legislators that people are watching … the only way to protect our democracy is to be present. ” said ACLUGA Exec Dir Andrea Young.
January 12, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Starting at Central Presbyterian Church, talking abt surveillance bills, First Amendment rights, criminal legal reforms, & more. #packthecapitol
“We’re here to remind legislators that people are watching … the only way to protect our democracy is to be present. ” said ACLUGA Exec Dir Andrea Young.
“We’re here to remind legislators that people are watching … the only way to protect our democracy is to be present. ” said ACLUGA Exec Dir Andrea Young.
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January 12, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Georgians from every corner of the state are gathering for Pack the Cap! Along with @indivisiblegeorgia and ProGeorgia, we’re showing up in force to make our voices heard on the first day of session.
January 12, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Georgians from every corner of the state are gathering for Pack the Cap! Along with @indivisiblegeorgia and ProGeorgia, we’re showing up in force to make our voices heard on the first day of session.
Learn how to lobby. Speak directly with lawmakers. Show your power. There's still time to register and join us for Pack the Capitol, January 12. #packthecap https://bit.ly/4aisSyk
January 11, 2026 at 6:23 PM
Learn how to lobby. Speak directly with lawmakers. Show your power. There's still time to register and join us for Pack the Capitol, January 12. #packthecap https://bit.ly/4aisSyk
Headed to Pack the Cap? 🏛️ Plan ahead! Here's what you need to know. If you're not registered yet, make sure you are before you show up. More event info: acluga.org/event/pack-the-capitol
January 9, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Headed to Pack the Cap? 🏛️ Plan ahead! Here's what you need to know. If you're not registered yet, make sure you are before you show up. More event info: acluga.org/event/pack-the-capitol
ACLU of Georgia Policy Director Christopher Bruce and Indivisible Georgia Coalition co-convener Ayodele Shaihi joined Closer Look With Rose Scott to discuss Pack the Capitol lobby day, our 2026 priorities, and the growing fight for Georgians’ rights.
Listen here: https://bit.ly/4qLjisN
Listen here: https://bit.ly/4qLjisN
January 8, 2026 at 3:22 PM
ACLU of Georgia Policy Director Christopher Bruce and Indivisible Georgia Coalition co-convener Ayodele Shaihi joined Closer Look With Rose Scott to discuss Pack the Capitol lobby day, our 2026 priorities, and the growing fight for Georgians’ rights.
Listen here: https://bit.ly/4qLjisN
Listen here: https://bit.ly/4qLjisN
Lawmakers will soon return to the capitol — and so will we. The ACLU of Georgia is preparing to advocate for policies that respect privacy, dignity, and freedom for all. acluga.org/2026session
January 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Lawmakers will soon return to the capitol — and so will we. The ACLU of Georgia is preparing to advocate for policies that respect privacy, dignity, and freedom for all. acluga.org/2026session
In Georgia, Head Start agencies serve tens of thousands of low-income families and their children; in some rural areas, it’s the only childcare option.
January 7, 2026 at 5:03 PM
In Georgia, Head Start agencies serve tens of thousands of low-income families and their children; in some rural areas, it’s the only childcare option.
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Congress is debating the Kids Online Safety Act — an overbroad bill that risks censoring everything from jokes and hyperbole to useful information about sex ed and suicide prevention.
This isn't about safety, it's about control.
This isn't about safety, it's about control.
Online Safety Bills Are Fueling a New Wave of Internet Censorship
State and federal bills seek to limit minors’ access to social media, but civil liberties advocates warn that the resulting online censorship threatens constitutional rights without delivering real safety.
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January 5, 2026 at 10:24 PM
Congress is debating the Kids Online Safety Act — an overbroad bill that risks censoring everything from jokes and hyperbole to useful information about sex ed and suicide prevention.
This isn't about safety, it's about control.
This isn't about safety, it's about control.
By showing up in force, our rights can’t be ignored. Join hundreds of Georgians. Be there for Pack the Capitol on the first day of session. RSVP: https://bit.ly/4aisSyk
January 5, 2026 at 5:10 PM
By showing up in force, our rights can’t be ignored. Join hundreds of Georgians. Be there for Pack the Capitol on the first day of session. RSVP: https://bit.ly/4aisSyk
Check out the ACLU of Georgia's year in review blog, from our executive director Andrea Young: https://bit.ly/49jjZDz
This critical work is just a fraction of our efforts in 2025. Your support of this work is a comforting reminder that everything is not lost.
This critical work is just a fraction of our efforts in 2025. Your support of this work is a comforting reminder that everything is not lost.
December 29, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Check out the ACLU of Georgia's year in review blog, from our executive director Andrea Young: https://bit.ly/49jjZDz
This critical work is just a fraction of our efforts in 2025. Your support of this work is a comforting reminder that everything is not lost.
This critical work is just a fraction of our efforts in 2025. Your support of this work is a comforting reminder that everything is not lost.
Happy holidays and New Year from the ACLU of Georgia!
We’re taking a brief pause for the holidays to rest, reflect, and prepare for a busy legislative session. We’ll be back soon, ready to defend civil rights and liberties.
We’re taking a brief pause for the holidays to rest, reflect, and prepare for a busy legislative session. We’ll be back soon, ready to defend civil rights and liberties.
December 24, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Happy holidays and New Year from the ACLU of Georgia!
We’re taking a brief pause for the holidays to rest, reflect, and prepare for a busy legislative session. We’ll be back soon, ready to defend civil rights and liberties.
We’re taking a brief pause for the holidays to rest, reflect, and prepare for a busy legislative session. We’ll be back soon, ready to defend civil rights and liberties.
Show up. Step up. Volunteer to help us coordinate Pack the Capitol and make our presence felt under the Gold Dome, starting from day one: https://bit.ly/4qjhIhG
December 22, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Show up. Step up. Volunteer to help us coordinate Pack the Capitol and make our presence felt under the Gold Dome, starting from day one: https://bit.ly/4qjhIhG
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As part of their efforts to gut Head Start, the Trump administration is now attempting to erase entire communities and prevent families from accessing the program's wide range of benefits.
We're fighting back in court.
We're fighting back in court.
December 18, 2025 at 8:40 PM
As part of their efforts to gut Head Start, the Trump administration is now attempting to erase entire communities and prevent families from accessing the program's wide range of benefits.
We're fighting back in court.
We're fighting back in court.
This fall, our communications intern found a sense of belonging by joining in with community. She shared her thoughts on the everyday choices keeping democracy alive: https://bit.ly/4rY87hN
December 18, 2025 at 3:49 PM
This fall, our communications intern found a sense of belonging by joining in with community. She shared her thoughts on the everyday choices keeping democracy alive: https://bit.ly/4rY87hN
As the recommendations stand, we still have concerns. https://bit.ly/4qeq2ze
“Young people don’t forfeit their First Amendment rights just because they are minors. The courts have been very clear about that.” – Sarah Hunt-Blackwell, senior policy counsel, ACLU of Georgia
“Young people don’t forfeit their First Amendment rights just because they are minors. The courts have been very clear about that.” – Sarah Hunt-Blackwell, senior policy counsel, ACLU of Georgia
Georgia state senators call for further age verification legislation, app store restrictions for minors
A group of Georgia state senators are calling for further age verification legislation, greater parental control of minors’ app store activity and restrictions on the usage of personal information gat...
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December 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
As the recommendations stand, we still have concerns. https://bit.ly/4qeq2ze
“Young people don’t forfeit their First Amendment rights just because they are minors. The courts have been very clear about that.” – Sarah Hunt-Blackwell, senior policy counsel, ACLU of Georgia
“Young people don’t forfeit their First Amendment rights just because they are minors. The courts have been very clear about that.” – Sarah Hunt-Blackwell, senior policy counsel, ACLU of Georgia
The 2026 legislative session in Georgia starts Jan. 12, and we’re kicking it off with a major show of people power.
We need your voices now more than ever; they shape everything we do. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4ae8KgR
We need your voices now more than ever; they shape everything we do. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4ae8KgR
December 16, 2025 at 5:43 PM
The 2026 legislative session in Georgia starts Jan. 12, and we’re kicking it off with a major show of people power.
We need your voices now more than ever; they shape everything we do. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4ae8KgR
We need your voices now more than ever; they shape everything we do. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4ae8KgR
Real solutions reduced the jail population once — and they can again. We're releasing a new report in January that will lay out the path forward. Read our executive director's letter to the editor: https://bit.ly/4qg6fzr
December 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Real solutions reduced the jail population once — and they can again. We're releasing a new report in January that will lay out the path forward. Read our executive director's letter to the editor: https://bit.ly/4qg6fzr