Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉 We are pleased to invite you to join us on December 7, 2024, at 6 p.m. for a distinguished evening commemorating 55 years of advancing justice, reflecting on our journey, and looking ahead to the future. 🌟 The event will take place at Fisk University Jubilee Hall, 17th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you. Please mark your calendars and stay tuned for further details! #LegalAid55 #JusticeForAll #AnniversaryEvent

Immigrants face unique hurdles to reach their educational goals. Join the GOAL Collective Peer Group: Immigration on Wednesday, September 11, from 12-1pm on Zoom, to learn more about policies and programs that support immigrants. Chay Sengkhounmany, Lead Immigration Attorney at the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, will outline immigrants' legal rights, then Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE) and Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC) will introduce their programs for immigrants and refugees. This event is free and open to the public. Register today on Eventbrite at: https://lnkd.in/gFbNjQYz.

Last night, YWCA friends and family gathered at HealthStream headquarters to honor the newest class of the Academy for Women of Achievement. Dozens of honorees from the past 32 years came together to celebrate a new AWA class of extraordinary women. Seven individual honorees—Ivanetta Davis Samuels, Michele Johnson, Rita Johnson-Mills, Sylvia Rapoport, Emily Reynolds, Amanda Weeks-Geveden, CWS, and Evette White—were welcomed into this prestigious circle. Ingram Industries is this year’s corporate honoree. It was an evening that reminded us of the power of community and the enduring legacy of women who lead. A heartfelt thank you to YWCA Board Chair Kendra Deas and HealthStream’s CEO and Co-Founder Bobby Frist for hosting such a memorable gathering. The official induction ceremony will be held at the Music City Center on October 24. Tickets are available at our website. https://lnkd.in/e4YUPTma

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🎉 Join us for the Gallatin Legal Aid Society open house at the new Gallatin Area Chambers of Commerce building! Meet our dedicated team and learn about our impactful work. Highlights include: 🏢 Office Tours: See our new Gallatin office. 🎊 LAS Champions Award: Celebrate David F. Brown, City of Gallatin Director of Parks and Recreation. 💫 Honoring Legacy: Tribute to Mike Carter, General Sessions Judge, Division III. 🤝 Meet Our Staff: Connect with our team and learn about our mission. Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, September 5, 2024 🕓 Time: 4 p.m. 📍 Location: Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce, 117 W Main St., Gallatin, TN 37066 We look forward to seeing you! 🎉

We're thrilled to share the incredible Nashville Business Journal feature of our very own, @David Tarpley. David's unwavering dedication to justice has created a legacy like no other. For 53 years, he has been a beacon of hope, tirelessly advocating for those who need it most. David, you are an inspiring leader whose commitment to justice and community has shaped a remarkable legacy in the legal profession. Your exceptional contributions have positively impacted countless lives, and we are truly honored to have you on our team. Congratulations again, David! 👏 Article link: https://lnkd.in/eGybArm5. #LegalAid #JusticeForAll #Leadership #Inspiration #CommunityImpact #CongratulationsDavid Read the article:

The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands mourns the loss of Randy Rayburn, a legendary restaurateur and cherished member of our community. From Sunset Grill to Midtown Cafe and Cabana, Randy's restaurants were more than dining spots—they were places of connection and joy. Randy's culinary excellence, honed at the Culinary Institute of America, was matched by his warm hospitality. He made everyone feel like an old friend, and his establishments became central to Nashville's social and political life. His passion for the community, support for public education, and belief in Nashville's potential left an unforgettable mark. Randy Rayburn's joyous spirit and unwavering willingness to lend a helping hand will be deeply missed. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and all who knew and loved him. His life and legacy will be remembered.

We're thrilled to share that the Columbia Legal Aid Society office participated in a successful back-to-school event with @Catholic Charities of Tennessee July 27th. The event distributed nearly 350 bags to children. Legal Aid Society provides valuable information on Special Education, SNAP benefits, and other legal issues to families. Kudos to LAS staff, @Eleanor Geary, Patricia Jones, and volunteer @Jackie Frost for representing Legal Aid Society. This event was a wonderful opportunity to support our community and ensure a great start to the school year! 📚✏️

✨ Yesterday, our VLP Director, Jordan Stringer, had the pleasure of delivering a pro bono training session during a lunch with the talented young lawyers at Lewis Thomason, P.C. A special thank you to Andrew Grams and TANIA FREEMAN for coordinating the lunch and making Jordan’s attendance possible. Your efforts are greatly appreciated! 🙏 It was also wonderful to catch up with Jacqueline Dixon, a dedicated shareholder at Lewis Thomason, who recently became chair of the Tennessee Bar Foundation’s Board of Trustees. Congratulations on your new role, Jackie! 🎉 Check out the article here https://lnkd.in/g2FtGgME. LAS is committed to closing the justice gap in Tennessee , and it’s always inspiring to see the support from community-minded law firms like Lewis Thomason. Together, we can make a significant impact and ensure access to justice for all. #ProBono #AccessToJustice #LegalCommunity #LewisThomason #TennesseeBarFoundation #CommunitySupport

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