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Partnership for Southern Equity
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Founded in 2008, PSE is a nonprofit organization that advances policies and institutional actions that promote racial equity and shared prosperity for all in the growth of metropolitan Atlanta and the American South.
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PSE and the NBA Foundation are seeking to increase the number of Black and Brown youth in the clean energy workforce. Apply for our Green Economy solar pilot program. Applications close May 5. Scan the QR code or go to bit.ly/GEIATL2025.
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April 7, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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Our next monthly Just Communities Webinar is on Wednesday, March 26. We are pleased to have as our guest presenter Anton Seals Jr., who is setting a national precedent for how cities can create economic opportunities without displacement. Register Today: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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March 17, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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Sweet Auburn Works invite you to the next Reconnecting Sweet Auburn Public Meeting and Open House on Tuesday, March 18. Here's your chance to share your thoughts on preliminary designs for the Reconnecting Sweet Auburn project. Your input is important. More info at sweetauburnworks.com/reconnecting
March 12, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Our next Just Communities AP Foundations Virtual Course is March 20-21. Be a part of the next generation in equitable and community development. Reserve your spot today. bit.ly/4iq7R5F

Learn more about Just Communities at justcommunities.info
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March 6, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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February 23, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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On Friday, PSE's founder and Chief Equity Officer, Nathaniel Smith was honored with the Community Impact Award from the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus at its annual Heritage Gala in Atlanta. We congratulate Nathaniel on this distinguished honor.
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February 23, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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We are pleased to announce Anna Roach, Executive Director and CEO of the Atlanta Regional Commission as a speaker at PSE's 2025 All Circles Convening, on March 1 in Atlanta. Learn more and register at psequity.org/allcircles
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February 19, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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We are pleased to announce Jerry L. Hawkins as a speaker at PSE's 2025 All Circles Convening, on March 1 in Atlanta. linkedin.com/in/jerrylhawkins

Learn more about the All Circles Convening and register at psequity.org/allcircles
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February 12, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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The next Just Communities Webinar is February 26. Our topic, "From Pixels to People: Human-Centered Planning and Design," will explore engagement in Transit-Oriented Development projects. More info at bit.ly/3EyC2J8
Learn more about Just Communities at justcommunities.info.
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February 10, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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PSE's founder and Chief Equity Officer, Nathaniel Smith is profiled in Atlanta Magazine's 2025 edition of the Atlanta 500, which chronicles the major players making a difference in metropolitan Atlanta. Congratulations!
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February 10, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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PSE's founder and Chief Equity Officer, Nathaniel Smith will be featured on the Archdiocese of Atlanta's Faith and Sustainability podcast on Feb. 12 to discuss the important role of faith-based organizations in sustainability. Series info: bit.ly/4i0cNy3
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February 3, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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February 1, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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PSE's founder and Chief Equity Officer, Nathaniel Smith has written a commentary, titled "We Will Win," where he provides a very powerful perspective on the state of our country. Read Nathaniel's commentary at psequity.org/wewillwin.
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January 31, 2025 at 10:03 PM
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Join us for PSE's All Circles Convening on Saturday, March 1. It's time for reflection, celebration, understanding, communion, and activation in our racial equity work. Registration is free: bit.ly/2025allcircles
Learn more at psequity.org/allcircles
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January 31, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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January 31, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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The 2025 Community Action Grant Cycle is now open. Indigenous-led grassroots organizations can apply for up to $25,000 in grants to support efforts that defend Indigenous Peoples’ rights, communities and Nations, including responses to climate disasters. Learn more and apply at ndnco.cc/caf
January 30, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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WSB-TV today posted a story updating conditions at Atlanta's Fairburn & Gordon Apartments, highlighting a resident who has not had heat at her apartment in a year. PSE continues to be on the ground with the residents with advocacy efforts.
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Woman says she hasn’t had heat for a year at southwest Atlanta apartment
The City of Atlanta ordered the landlords to repair more than 300 code enforcement violations.
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January 24, 2025 at 2:51 AM
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Our next Just Communities Webinar is January 29 at 1pm. Join our presenters - Erin Ishizaki, Jonathan Teeters, and Juliette Sinisterra - as they discuss "The Future of Innovation: Nature & Equity-Inspired Collective Action in Spokane's University District." Learn more: bit.ly/3WsrwJq
January 22, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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PSE is hosting an in-person information session, "Creating Equitable Workplaces," on January 30 at the Ke'nekt in Atlanta. If you are looking to ensure that all employees, regardless of background, have equal opportunities to thrive in the workplace, register now. bit.ly/42qocCG
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January 22, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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Join us for the first Just Communities Webinar of 2025, on January 29 at 1pm Eastern Time. We will be discussing "The Future of Innovation: Nature & Equity-Inspired Collective Action in Spokane's University District." Register now at bit.ly/40Djdgy
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January 21, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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January 20, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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On his final full day in office, President Joe Biden today posthumously pardoned Black nationalist Marcus Garvey, who was convicted of mail fraud in the early 1920s and inspired civil rights leaders like Malcolm X and others. Read the story here:
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Biden posthumously pardons Black nationalist Marcus Garvey
President Joe Biden has posthumously pardoned Black nationalist Marcus Garvey, who influenced Malcolm X and other Black civil rights leaders and was convicted of mail fraud in the 1920s
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January 20, 2025 at 12:38 AM
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Georgia has long underused energy efficiency programs that would offer significant cost savings for both customers and utilities Learn more by reading the sixth edition of the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy’s “Energy Efficiency in the Southeast” report.
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“Energy Efficiency in the Southeast” Sixth Edition Report - SACE | Southern Alliance for Clean Energy
Energy efficiency is a proven low-cost, clean energy resource that reduces energy waste and carbon emissions while lowering customer bills. However, Southeastern utilities and regulators continue to u...
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January 17, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Today our PSE staff held the first all-staff meeting of 2025 - our opportunity to set goals and priorities for the new year. Our founder and Chief Equity Officer, Nathaniel Smith, revealed the word of the year - "destiny. " We look forward to partnering with all of you in 2025.
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January 15, 2025 at 12:38 AM
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SAVE THE DATE: The 2025 All Circles Convening will be on March 1. Our theme is "Come Alive!" More than ever we need to support, uplift, and advocate for equitable solutions. For more info, email circle2025@psequity.org.
Visit our page: psequity.org/allcircles/
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January 13, 2025 at 4:42 PM