Join GAIN next Wednesday, October 1, for (1) a discussion on modern-day slavery in America at the Dekalb County Courthouse, followed by (2) a dinner at Chai Pani, with 20% of the proceeds benefitting GAIN.

1. MODERN DAY SLAVERY IN AMERICA: A DISCUSSION ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND CHILD EXPLOITATION

October 1, 2014 | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | DeKalb County Courthouse

Presented by the Government & Public Interest Section of the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA). Co-sponsored by the Atlanta Bar Association; the Atlanta Bar Criminal Law, Public Interest Law and Women in the Profession Sections; Criminal & Family Law Group D. Merriman, LLC; The Links, Inc. – Magnolia Chapter and National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – MECCA Chapter.

PANELISTS:

Nekia Hackworth, Esq., Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney’s Office
Michelle H. Jordan, Esq., Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Monica Modi KhantGeorgia Asylum and Immigration Network
Lisa WilliamsCircle of Friends Celebrating Life, Inc.

Register online and find out more information.

BOOK DRIVE

Please bring inspirational books to donate or funds to purchase such books. Books will be donated to Wellspring Living, an organization which provides shelter and other resources to survivors of human trafficking, sexual abuse and child exploitation.

2. DINING FOR A CAUSE AT CHAI PANI

After the panel, please support the Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network (“GAIN”) at their fundraising dinner. A portion of your purchase will be donated to GAIN. Join us at Chai Pani, 406 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030. It is within walking distance from the Courthouse.

RSVP to our Facebook event here.