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News Articles: Advocacy

Rosalynn Carter testifies on behalf of the President’s Commission on Mental Health before the Senate Subcommittee on Health and Scientific Research of the Committee on Labor and Human Resources on February 7, 1979. She was the second first lady to appear before Congress.

How the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers advocates for Georgians caring for loved ones

The Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers is merging with the Carter Center's mental health program. How will the merger help RCI meet its goals?

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Stacey Abrams speaks from a stage to an audience.

Stacey Abrams' next move may involve advocating for the disabled

Speculation has been brewing over what is next for Stacey Abrams. After she lost her second bid for Georgia governor in November 2022, the Democrat has been quiet about her plans.

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A piece by Jessica Caldas entitled "Carrying On For Ten Years."

Atlanta Artist Jessica Caldas On The Intersection Of Art and Activism

Some survivors of sexual assault have chosen to tell their stories through creative mediums. Jessica Caldas is an Atlanta-based artist and activist who...

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Christine Blasey Ford testifying early last week.

What Do We As A Culture Say About Sexual Assault

The FBI is currently investigating allegations of sexual assault made against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Tens of millions of Americans...

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Families of undocumented immigrants in Georgia are made to feel unwelcome, says Belisa Urbina of the organization Ser Familia.

Overcoming Fear And Anxiety Of Being Undocumented In Georgia

With no decisive action on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ( DACA) program, young immigrants in the United States face an uncertain future....

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