Georgia Appleseed Center for Law & Justice

We're hiring a Staff Attorney for School Justice at Georgia Appleseed! Join our team to provide legal advocacy and representation for children in discipline and special education cases, conduct impactful legal research, and develop policy recommendations. You'll also design and conduct advocacy trainings, engage with communities statewide, and support our coalitions. If you're licensed to practice law in Georgia and committed to social justice, apply now! Submit your resume, letter of interest, and legal writing sample to [email protected]. More info at gaappleseed.org. #JobOpening #LegalAdvocacy #SocialJustice #JoinOurTeam #GeorgiaAppleseed

Our hearts are heavy today as we mourn the tragic loss of lives in Winder, Georgia. Our thoughts are with the families, students, and educators affected by this devastating school shooting. No child should ever feel unsafe in a place of learning. Georgia Appleseed will continue our work for safe, nurturing schools and stronger communities for Georgia's children.

"Across Cobb, Clayton, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties, 11,857 students are living without stable housing — more than enough to fill every seat in Georgia Tech’s basketball stadium." Housing instability isn't just about finding a place to sleep; it affects a child's ability to learn, grow, and thrive. Without a safe and stable home, children struggle with absenteeism, falling behind in school, and face challenges that no child should have to endure. Our work at Georgia Appleseed is dedicated to addressing these issues by advocating for better housing policies, supporting students experiencing homelessness, and fighting for the resources needed to ensure every child has a safe place to call home. Learn more about our work and how you can help by visiting our website (link in bio). #HousingJustice #EndHomelessness #EducationForAll #GeorgiaAppleseed #Advocacy #StudentSuccess

Happy Labor Day! Today, we honor the dedication and contributions of workers across our state, building stronger communities and a brighter future for all. #LaborDay #ThankYou #GeorgiaAppleseed"

A strong start in school sets the stage for lifelong success. We work to keep students supported in school and on track for a bright future. Learn how by visiting our website. #SchoolJustice #StayinSchool #Bestyearyet

Learning happens in schools, with schools, and from schools. Georgia Appleseed partners with schools to implement practices that keep kids in the classroom, learning and thriving. Learn more on about the tools we provide schools on our website. #SchoolJustice #Alwayslearning #SupportStudents 

Kicking a kid out of school can be devastating. Even an 11-day suspension could reduce a child's chance of graduating to just 52% - the equivalent to a coin toss. That's a chance Georgia doesn't have to take. Learn how you can keep kids in school by visiting our website. #SchoolJustice #Keepkidsinschool #BacktoSchool

We are relaunching the Young Professionals Council (YPC) and looking for professionals interested in learning more about our work on behalf of Georgia's children and families. Come enjoy beer & wine, hors d'oeuvres, and networking. Explore how you can get involved and help make a difference at this exciting, fun event! Click the link in our comments to learn more! #YoungProfessionals #YPC #GeorgiaAppleseedYPC

While many kids are excited to go back to school, some dread it. In Georgia and across the nation, the percentage of kids with behavioral health disorders has risen significantly in the last fifteen years. School-based behavioral health programs provide children with the help they need, where they need it and when they need it. Learn about our behavioral health programs on our website. #SchoolJustice #BacktoSchool #SBBH

Every child deserves a safe, nurturing school environment. Our School Justice initiative develops resources and critical behavioral supports for schools, teachers, and most importantly, the kids. Learn more about our work on our website. #SchoolJustice #Keepkidsinclass #SchoolSupports