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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 11h

Now we've learned our ABC's - join us in Advancing justice By Canvassing! This Saturday, October 10, build community with us through canvassing from 9 AM - 2PM. Free breakfast and swag will be provided. No prior experience required. Sign up today at: bit.ly/aaajacanvass.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 16h

Today is the last day to register to vote for the upcoming general election! Check your registration status, sample ballot, polling location, and more by visiting My Voter Page at mvp.sos.ga.gov Visit bit.ly/aaajvote for in-language election information

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 16h

In this midterm election, you’ll be able to elect local, state, and federal leaders who share our values and will make decisions that directly impact our daily life. Together, we can stand up for our communities and build a fair, equitable Georgia where everyone can thrive.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Last week, Advancing Justice-Atlanta hosted our September Community Base Meeting in collaboration with Othering & Belonging Institute. We came together to brainstorm how to create bridges that connect communities. Join us for our October Community Base Meeting and register at: bit.ly/aaajabase

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Call for Volunteers! This October, Canvass with Advancing Justice-Atlanta in preparation for the upcoming general midterm election. Free Breakfast will be provided. No prior experience required. 9 AM - 2 PM on Saturdays, October 10th and 31st Learn more and sign up at: bit.ly/aaajacanvass

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

@285southatl.bsky.social 's article, featuring our Legal Programs Manager Agnes Nguyen and Paralegal Sonia Otero, highlights the alarming increase of "mega master" hearings in Atlanta. Read the full article at: 285south.com/inside-atlan...

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

On June 23, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) proposed rising U.S. Citizenship application fees, with some increasing as much as 83%. ⚠️ This rule is not final, and the proposed fee increases are not yet in effect! Register for our clinic: bit.ly/natzclinicday

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Hear from our amazing Election Protection volunteers as they share their experience, the real needs they are seeing at the polls, and why this work is more critical than ever! Sign up for a training today: bit.ly/aaajep26

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Want to help protect the right to vote in Georgia? Join Advancing Justice-Atlanta for our nonpartisan Election Protection efforts in Georgia! Volunteer as a Poll Monitor, Interpreter, or Voter Hotline Interpreter during the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Sign up at: bit.ly/aaajep26

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Only one week until the Voter Registration Deadline! Be prepared by registering to vote before October 5, 2026 🧡 Not sure if you're registered? Check your registration status, and more by visiting My Voter Page at mvp.sos.ga.gov Visit bit.ly/aaajvote for in-language election information & more

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Asian Law Caucus @asianlawcaucus.org · 10/09/2026

We filed an amicus brief in SCOTUS on the behalf of 20 orgs urging the Court to reject the Trump admin’s request to implement his order to restrict main-in voting in the midterm elections. @aaldef.bsky.social @saajco.bsky.social @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social @commoncause.org bit.ly/alc-usps-amicus

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Last Friday, we visited Joynus Care! Our Communications Director James Woo presented on the services Advancing Justice-Atlanta provides for voter access. Our Civic Engagement team member, Kay Kang assisted our community members in registering to vote. For election information, visit bit.ly/aaajvote

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! 🌕✨ Sending warm wishes your way for a bright and beautiful celebration filled with joy and togetherness with your loved ones and those who matter most 🧡 #AdvancingJusticeAtlanta

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Family and friends of Samson Birhane, joined by community members, gathered Wednesday in Decatur to demand urgent action for long-time Atlanta resident Samson Birhane, who was deported by the United States to Equatorial Guinea, where he is now imprisoned and has reportedly been beaten and tortured.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Advancing Justice-Atlanta condemns Cobb County School District’s decision to ban Toni Morrison, “The Bluest Eye” from Cobb County school media centers and calls on the district to reverse their decision. Read our full statement: www.advancingjustice-atlanta.org/news/book-ban-cobb

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

As we gear up for the General Elections this November, we need your help to protect our votes! Help make a real difference in our community. Sign up for our upcoming in-person or online training and join our Election Protection efforts. Sign up for a training today: bit.ly/aaajep26

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We are proud to share that our Policy Manager, Anar Parikh, was recently featured on a new article by Georgia Recorder discussing election protection. Read the full article at: georgiarecorder.com/2026/09/18/t...

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Once again, Advancing Justice-Atlanta and Reimagine Collective have partnered to host our Annual Georgia Leadership Lab. We are so proud of this cohort. Be on the lookout for these amazing leaders as they continue to champion immigrant and civil rights!

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Meredyth, stated "The Trump administration is systematically and very cruelly sending people to third countries without prior notice, without due process, and without any opportunity to object to what is happening to them."

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Join us this Wednesday for the press conference to return Samson Birhane to the US! Samson is a longtime resident of Atlanta, and now he is detained in a country where he knows no one. Date: Wednesday, September 23rd Time: 3:00 PM Location: VIP Package, 5005 Snapfinger Woods Dr, Decatur, GA 30035

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

ABC News featuring our Litigation Director Meredyth Yoon reveals the horrific realities of the U.S. government's third country deportation. Watch the full video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IL6c...

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Join us for a VIRTUAL look back at the 2025-2026 Legislative session. We'll discuss the bills impacting our communities, what they mean for our rights, and how we can protect our rights. Date: Thursday, October 1 Time: 12:00 PM Sign up at bit.ly/aaajawebinar We look forward to seeing you online!

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We are excited to invite you to our next Community Base Meeting on Friday, September 25th, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Our Policy Manager, Anar, and Organizing Manager Anthony will be our facilitators, so you won't want to miss it! RSVP today at bit.ly/aaajabase

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

A new article by The New York Times reveals the horrific realities of the U.S. government's third country deportation. We are proud of our Litigation Director Meredyth and Litigation Attorney Alex who were featured in the story representing these migrants and exposing these human rights violations.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

With over 4,500 people in ICE custody across GA, federal immigration officials continue to stonewall the public & hide basic information about detention conditions & expansion plans. That’s why Advancing Justice-Atlanta, ACLU of GA & Project South have filed a federal lawsuit to demand transparency.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Recently, our Policy Director Jennifer Lee and Litigation Attorney Alex Smolyar visited the ICE detention center in Southwest Georgia to provide support and information on the realities inside the facility with Democratic members of Congress.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Advancing Justice-Atlanta is continuing to fight back against Third Country Deportation. As Litigation Director Meredyth Yoon told @Reuters: ""The Trump administration is using these deportation agreements to shuffle people around to different countries like objects""

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Part 3: What happens inside ""Mega-Master"" Immigration hearings?!

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Georgia Get Ready! Georgia voters can begin requesting their absentee ballots for the November 3 Election. Request your absentee ballot at securemyabsenteeballot.sos.ga.gov For more election info visit bit.ly/aaajvote

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Have you heard about the "Mega-Master" immigration hearings? Swipe to find out what they are and why folks should check their immigration court date TODAY. Advancing Justice-ATL is breaking down everything U need to know to protect yourself and your community from this quiet, fast-changing tactic.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

A massive thank you to our amazing Legal team for delivering an insightful presentation on naturalization updates at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church in Brookhaven. We are so grateful for the warm welcome and wonderful conversations.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

🔊 Join the movement as a bilingual canvasser! Make a difference in your local community as you engage with voters at their doors and local events through nonpartisan conversations and voter registration. To learn more or apply today, please visit bit.ly/aaajjobs. #AdvancingJusticeAtlanta

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Don't for get to Join us for our next Base Meeting! 📅 Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 🔗 Sign up for more details: bit.ly/july-basemeeting

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Over the past few weeks, there have been reports of a significant increase in immigration enforcement across Metro Atlanta and in Georgia. ICE is actively terrorizing our communities and separating families to carry out these operations. No one should have to live in fear of being abducted from

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

"We are deeply saddened and equally enraged by the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and now, the reported death of a 26-year-old in Maine at the hands of ICE just today, both deaths occurring within a week of each other. ICE kills people and threatens community safety across the country.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

A sweeping new report on rfi exposes how the U.S. government is using millions in cash and the threat of visa bans to deport migrants to third-country African nations. These secretive deals are circumventing the law, ignoring torture protections, and trapping vulnerable people in dangerous

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Check out AJC News new photo essay, ""American mosaic,"" honors America’s 250th by highlighting first-generation Americans who blend their heritage and history. To showcase this union, participants dressed in their traditional attire & posed at ATL locations that hold a special meaning to them.

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Advancing Justice-Atlanta is proud to partner with Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP on our Court Watch Program! We are training volunteers to attend immigration court hearings as neutral observers, documenting and reporting their observations. By bearing witness through our Court Watch Program,

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Join us for a citizenship clinic to have your N-400 reviewed for FREE! It’s a step closer to your citizenship. Get the chance to have your N-400 application reviewed by pro-bono lawyers. Enjoy the full benefits of U.S. Citizenship, join us & start the process today! Register: bit.ly/natzclinicday

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us! On June 27, our Legal Services team hosted a wonderful Free Citizenship Clinic in Clarkston in partnership with Poder Latinx & MiFamilia En Accion. Save the Date for our next clinic! September 12 in Duluth GA. Secure your spot at bit.ly/natzclinicday

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Advancing Justice-Atlanta @aaaj-atlanta.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision preserves the pre-existing common law right of citizenship, which is constitutionally protected by the 14th Amendment. Asian Americans Advancing Justice is relieved by the Court's decision.

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