Ascend Justice

Ascend Justice provides holistic legal advocacy and systemic reform, with a focus on gender-based violence and the child welfare system.

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⚠️ALERT⚠️ If you are experiencing gender-based violence and have a hidden cell phone or other device, please consider turning it off if there is a possibility that it could be heard so you can avoid it being discovered.

Learn more: https://t.co/8DYiJPUUZm

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The Survivor Fund is now accepting applications!!!

Applications are accepted only for survivors who reside within the City of Chicago starting TODAY, October 1st.

The application and more information can be found at https://t.co/7KMLmgeYRu

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Our Immigration and Client Support teams held a meeting that was notable to say the least! Staff was brought together with a team potluck and a thoughtful client brought delicious Nigerian food for all to enjoy.
That's a meeting I wouldn't want to miss.

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One month ago we moved in to our new space. Boy, it's changed!
Your support made this new space a reality. THANK YOU!
A big shout out to the skilled team at @Transwestern-esp Larry & Jenné whose hard work is allowing amazing things to happen within these freshly painted walls.

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It's Paralegal Day in IL & we celebrate our paralegals; Guadalupe & Miriam! These INCREDIBLE women create magic supporting our attorneys by being the critical helping hands that provide the free legal services, advocacy & resources DV survivors need. Thank you , Miriam and Lupe!

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We are so proud to celebrate our Executive Director, Margaret Duval, on being the 2023 recipient of The Carole K. Bellows Women of Influence Award.

The award, presented by the Illinois State Bar Association (@ISBAlawyer), is BEYOND well-deserved.

Congrats, Margaret!

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The Chicago Coalition for the Homeless (@ChiHomeless) opens applications for the Edrika Fulford Mutual Aid Fund today @ 11AM & close once the 300 application cap is reached.

Find out more here: https://t.co/PlaCg8dSDm

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📆 SAVE THE DATE!
📆 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Do what you need to do to be there - Tuesday, November 7th - for the always popular Trivia Night, hosted by Ascend Justice's fabulous Young Professionals Board.

Get tickets: https://t.co/cthdIhiKLV

Be a sponsor: https://t.co/l8Z7uzoAF8

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🗳️ Today is National Voter Registration Day! 🗳️

Your participation in local and national elections is an important part of producing change.
Register to vote or check ✔️ your voting registration today.
https://t.co/aDHLd92QrY

#voteready
#togetherweascend

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Today, nearly one hundred organizations sent an open letter to the Illinois State’s Attorney Association urging them to align with the collective statewide effort to faithfully implement the Pretrial Fairness Act.

Read the letter here: https://t.co/vZnEKhyemO

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Labor Day is the result of people coming together to create change…and it all started right here in Chicago.

Donate and partner w/us as we create change in our justice system, empower thousands in the community, & help their voices grow louder. Donate: https://t.co/xwyHpzeTA9

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We will be enjoying the long weekend & closing our offices at 1pm today.
Both offices will open 8:30am on Tuesday, Sept 5.

If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please call the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline @ 877-863-6338

#besafe #HappyLaborDay #nicelongweekend

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Director of Immigration, Christina, & Lindsay, Director of Family Law, attended the 13th Annual Cook County Human Trafficking Conference. Leading experts came together to explore how we can make progress in combatting human trafficking in a way that centers equity and justice.

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We've only been here a week and we already feel the ❤️ love ❤️!

Thank you so much, @marcrealty1, for the delicious "housewarming" gift. 🍫🍪🍬🍭

#somanygoodies #realestate #lovewhereyouwork

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The @ADLMidwest's Anti-Hate Table discussion continues this Thursday, August 31 with Part 2 on Zoom. Learn about the work being done in our communities to continue moving the needle and help determine next steps.

Register to attend via Zoom: https://t.co/CLWXgpJojw

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Our dedicated staff 💪 worked through the heat wave 🔆 last week to prepare our new office. This wouldn't be possible without the support of our donors, grantors, community partners, and volunteers.

🤗THANK YOU! 🤗

Show your support & make a donation! https://t.co/xwyHpzeTA9

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We are moving to a new location!

Please note that ALL Ascend Justice offices will be closed on BOTH Thursday, August 24 AND Friday, August 25 as we prepare our new space. We will be back to serve you on Monday, August 28.

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We’ve earned our 🏅2023 Gold Seal🏅 with @CandidDotOrg! We are excited to share the work we do through our #NonprofitProfile. Learn how you can support the work we do with survivors of gender-based violence and make a difference today. ✅out our profile: https://t.co/nD18AAEr1D

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The Civil Liability for Doxing Act creates accountability but there's more work to be done to combat extremism & hate. Register for the @ADLMidwest's Anti-Hate Table & be a part of the discussion, move the needle & determine next steps.
Register: https://t.co/Qs7pk26AFL