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Faith Trust Institute

FaithTrust Institute is a national, multifaith, multicultural training and education organization working to end sexual and domestic violence.One of its guiding principles is that it is possible to transform individuals, families, communities and institutions through education and the power of our faith traditions. Read about this nonprofit with offices in Seattle and Durham at FaithTrustInstitute

FaithTrust Institute offers webinars on domestic violence, child abuse, and clergy ethics as part of their mission to educate faith communities on addressing violence against women and children. Many of the webinars are multi-faith and led by nationally known trainers, advocates, and clergy. The webinars are only $15.00.

If you want to receive a free registration to the August webinars, please contact Carolyn Scott Brown, Director of Learning at csbrown@faithtrustinstitute.org August 16, 2011, Resources and Roadblocks for Jewish Battered Women or August 23, 2011, Resources and Roadblocks for Christian Battered Women.

FaithTrust Institute is also announcing new Roundtable Discussions at no charge with Rev. Dr. Marie Fortune and colleagues. Titles include Multi-Faith Perspectives on Suffering and Sexual and Domestic Violence-August 10, 2011, Misconduct & Abuse by Christian Leaders-September 7, 2011 and Men of Faith Working to End Violence Against Women-October 12, 2011. Visit www.faithtrustinstitute.org to register and find out more about upcoming Roundtable Discussions.

2011 Faith Trust Institute Seminars

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First Five Freedoms is proud to join Georgia Lawyers for the Rule of Law, The Temple, and All Saints Episcopal Church for "Faith, Law, & Democracy: A Community Conversation on the Public Good and the Rule of Law" on Tuesday June 2. We hope you will consider joining us for this important discussion. Americans across the political spectrum are grappling with a shared unease: the feeling that something foundational is slipping. Trust in institutions is eroding. The norms that once governed public life are contested. And the concept of the public good — the idea that we share a common stake in fair, just, and accountable governance — is increasingly hard to find in our public discourse. This program brings together faith leaders, legal experts, and engaged community members for an evening of honest conversation about what is at stake. Hosted at All Saints Episcopal Church and co-presented by The Temple, Georgia Lawyers for the Rule of Law (GLRL), and First Five Freedoms, the event weaves together spiritual reflection, legal analysis, and civic dialogue to address one central question: What does it mean to protect the rule of law — and why does it matter for all of us, right now? The evening will include reflection, analysis, and discussion designed to:

Connect faith, law, and civic responsibility in an accessible, nonpartisan framework
Examine current challenges to the rule of law and their implications for democracy
Create space for authentic dialogue across perspectives and institutions
Foster relationships and identify opportunities for collective action

Faith, Law & Democracy, Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., All Saints Episcopal Church, 634 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta 30308. Featured speakers include: Rev. Natosha Reid Rice, Minister for Public Life, All Saints’ Episcopal Church; Rabbi Lydia Medwin, Associate Rabbi, The Temple; Jill Steinberg, former U.S. Attorney for Georgia’s Southern District; Al Pearson, former University of Georgia Law professor; Richard Griffiths, retired journalist, and president emeritus of the Georgia First Amendment Foundation. Registration for this event is free. Complimentary parking, food, and refreshments. REGISTER HERE