Rural Georgia Justice and Poverty Summit

Rural Georgia Justice and Poverty Summit
presented by Georgia Legal Services Program

Friday, September 17, 2021
9:00 am - 2 pm

Virtual

Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) is proud to present the Rural Georgia Justice and Poverty Summit, featuring keynote speaker Stacey Abrams. As part of GLSP's 50th year anniversary celebration, GLSP leaders and community partners will present the complex problems facing low-income rural communities and marginalized populations as related to access to justice and opportunities out of poverty. Topics will include:

·         Education

·         Families and Domestic Violence

·         Health

·         Housing

·         Pro Bono Law

·         Public Benefits

·         Race Equity

This special event will provide an opportunity to bring together researchers, state agencies, the philanthropic community, policy makers, and legal advocates to raise awareness of emerging civil legal issues and showcase emerging research and advocacy focused on the needs of impoverished rural communities and marginalized populations, while celebrating GLSP's 50 years of accomplishments. CLEs are available.

Early Bird by 9/1/21 - $35 - Regular $50
For sponsorship opportunities beginning at $2,500, contact Amy Crowell at 770.609.7188