Advocacy

Short Business Description
Our mission is to mobilize the citizens of Savannah and surrounding communities to address the scourge of the $150 billion/year human trafficking industry.
Services Provided

Raises awareness as well as on educating professionals and the general public about human trafficking. Contact for a presentation or more information.

Phone Number
888-373-7888
Address
463 Pooler Parkway, P.O. Box 232


Pooler, GA 31322
Counties We Serve
Chatham
Short Business Description
Action Pact is a community action agency deeply rooted in the promise of improving lives and communities.
For more than 50 years, we have worked alongside local partners and have become integral to the progress of the individuals and families in the communities we serve.
Services Provided

Provides a variety of services that differ by location, which may include energy assistance, financial help, financial literacy, court appointed special advocates and more. Call the number for your county to learn more about what is available to help elderly and low-income families and individuals. Where possible, we have added separate listings for each service by county. A search by county will bring up all the information that was available at the time of publication.

Phone Number
912-632-4288
Address
202 East 5th St.
Alma, GA 31510
Counties We Serve
Bacon
Short Business Description
Provides services that may differ by location. Call the number below to learn what is available to help elderly and low-income families and individuals. Where possible, we have added separate listings by county for each service. A search by county will bring up all the information available at the time of publication.
Qualifications to Receive Services
Based on income and family size. Some services are free.
Services Provided

Energy assistance, elderly and child services, education and more. Search for your county to get the most specific details about available services.

Phone Number
912-285-6083
Address
144 W. Brazell St.
Reidsville, GA 30453
Counties We Serve
Tattnall
Short Business Description
The American Association of People with Disabilities, a national disability-led and cross-disability rights organization, works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities.It advocates for full civil rights for Americans with disabilities by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation.
Services Provided

Up to date information on issues that affect people with disabilities. Provides programs through the our learning and career development programs, which includes advocacy training, internships, a career center and an alumni network.

For internship inquiries, email internships@aapd.com. For program inquiries, email programs@aapd.com

Phone Number
202-521-4316 or 800-840-8844
Address
1030 15th St. NW, Suite 500E

Washington, D.C. 20005
Counties We Serve
Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Effingham, Evans, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware, Wayne
Short Business Description
Outlines the requirements at polling to offer accommodations for voters with disabilities so they can participate in elections.
Services Provided

Checklist of requirements for voters with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Includes tips on taking measurements and photographs, and a useful list of the most common tools for temporary remedies and the circumstances in which they may be used.

Counties We Serve
Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Effingham, Evans, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware, Wayne
Short Business Description
Helping people with autism and others learn about voting, how policy decisions are made and giving them the resources to learn about the people running for office. That's why we created new plain language voting toolkits. comes in.

The toolkit focuses on the process of voting, and understanding how to prepare to vote on election day. There are multiple toolkit versions to choose from. Pick the version that is easiest for you to use.

The version linked here is the "plain language" version designed to be easier to read and understand.

https://autisticadvocacy.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/PL-Your-Vote-Counts-main-content-and-glossary.pdf. Additional information about the organization can be found on the homepage given below.
Services Provided

Downloadable voters guide explaining the process of voting and why it matters.

Address
P.O. Box 66122

Washington, D.C. 20035
Counties We Serve
Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Effingham, Evans, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware, Wayne
Short Business Description
Job Corps provides free career training and education for 16- through 24-year-olds. Students gain the experience needed to begin a career or apprenticeship, advance to higher education, or join the military.
Qualifications to Receive Services
Low-income 16- through 24-year-olds who are U.S. citizens, legal U.S. residents, or residents of a U.S. territory, and/or individuals who are authorized to work in the United States.
Services Provided

Help you earn your high school diploma or the equivalent; a driver's license; in-depth career planning; on-the-job training; job placement assistance; housing; food; health and dental care; a biweekly basic living allowance, and basic uniforms and equipment for career training.

Phone Number
912-264-8843
Address
4401 Glynco Pkwy

Brunswick, GA 31525
Counties We Serve
Glynn
Short Business Description
Provides services to empower people with information, training, education, comprehensive services and advocacy.
Qualifications to Receive Services
Qualifications may depend on family size and income. Contact the office to learn more.
Services Provided

Education, housing, utilities assistance, financial empowerment, income tax preparation, youth development, aging services, women's empowerment, home repairs, energy efficiency upgrades

Phone Number
912-653-4992
Address
30 S. Industrial Blvd.
Pembroke, GA 31324
Counties We Serve
Bryan
Short Business Description
A shelter for victims of domestic violence. The mission of Camden House is to develop and nurture non­-violent relationships among family members; to shelter the victims of family violence; to aid and counsel family violence victims; to provide intervention to prevent further crimes of abuse and, to attend to these worthwhile goals in a systematic and humane manner.
Qualifications to Receive Services
There are no qualifications for services except the need for help. Free.
Services Provided

* 24/7 hotline
* Emergency Shelter – safe housing for you and your children.
* Child Services – serving our often silent and most vulnerable victims with support and hope.
* Safety Planning – personalized to your needs and situation.
* Court Accompaniment – help getting Temporary Protection Orders (TPO) or Stalking Orders.
* Short-term Counseling and Support – individualized support in a safe and confidential location.
* Support Groups – Connect with others and find strength in community.
* Community Outreach & Awareness – Education is one of the most effective tools for reducing abuse.

Phone Number
912-882-7858 (24-hour hotline)
Address
P.O. Box 5159 GA
St. Marys, GA 31558
Counties We Serve
Camden, Charlton
Coastal Alliance of CILs Active In Disaster
Short Business Description
The Coastal Alliance was founded by the CILs representing the coastal counties of Georgia and South Carolina. The Alliance also includes other community partners and emergency providers. The website provides information and resources for residents of Georgia and South Carolina that are especially helpful for those in the coastal areas but also for those across the state who may be hosting evacuees during hurricanes or may be impacted by other natural disasters.
Services Provided

Links to support agencies, links to weather reporting agencies, coastal updates, opportunities to get involved in the planning process

Counties We Serve
Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Effingham, Evans, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware, Wayne