Our attorneys and staff provide zealous and effective client-centered representation to indigent adults and juveniles across Georgia. Official GPDC account.
YAD defenders gathered May 4-5 in Stone Mountain for “Mayday! Answering the Call for Youth Justice”, training on representing youth in crisis, plus the statewide rollout of the Ladders Program for ages 16-24.
https://t.co/8qk5gYJ6Pl
#YouthJustice#PublicDefense
To learn more about the Georgia Public Defense Foundation and how you can support our work, visit https://t.co/pER5JHDluK.
We appreciate all who made this day so memorable and impactful, and we look forward to continuing this important work together.
Your continued support strengthens our mission and expands the impact of the Ladders Program, helping promote successful reentry and building stronger communities.
🌟 Women's History Month Spotlight 🌟
Meet Vera D. Moore, Customer Service Coordinator at GPDC's Central Office.
Vera is the first point of contact for clients and families seeking help—and she approaches every interaction with warmth and professionalism.
She created and authored the Front Desk Manual! As a New York native with international experience in financial training, she brings a global perspective to her service.
As Helen prepares for her well-deserved retirement, we celebrate her extraordinary legacy of service. Join us in honoring her at her retirement celebration!
Fun fact: Helen completed the Peachtree Road Race annually for 15 years!
She's led the Juvenile Public Defender Office for more than a decade, ensuring the next generation fights fiercely for young clients. She also brings joy through classical piano, which she studied for 12 years!
🌟 Women's History Month Spotlight 🌟
Meet Sabrina Rhinehart, Director of the Office of Mental Health Advocate at GPDC's Central Office.
Sabrina leads a specialized team representing clients in Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) and incompetency cases.
🌟 Women's History Month Spotlight 🌟
Meet Letitia Delan, Circuit Public Defender for the DeKalb Judicial Circuit.
Letitia is a legal and administrative leader deeply committed to standing alongside marginalized people and ensuring their voices are heard in the justice system.
A former state champion in BMX at age 12 (in the boys' division!), her competitive spirit and resilience fuel her dedication to fighting for justice.
💬 "Do the right thing even when no one is watching—and especially when it's hard."