Georgia Public Defender Council @GaPubDef

Our attorneys and staff provide zealous and effective client-centered representation to indigent adults and juveniles across Georgia. Official GPDC account. linktr.ee/gapubdef Georgia, USA Joined August 2021

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Georgia Public Defender Council @GaPubDef

18 hours ago

Leadership is not just a title, it’s action. We look forward to seeing how this class continues to lead, serve, and strengthen communities across Georgia. Read more here: gapubdef.org/georgia-public… #GPDC #LeadershipAcademy #PublicDefense

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From workforce development and mentorship initiatives to specialized resources for youth advocacy, this year’s capstone projects demonstrated a commitment to innovation, service, and meaningful impact.

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Congratulations to the 21 graduates of GPDC’s Leadership Academy Class of 2025–2026! 🎓

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@berrycollege @UGASchoolofLaw We're grateful to have Yinia back on the team and look forward to supporting her as she begins her legal career.

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@berrycollege @UGASchoolofLaw Some of her most meaningful experiences included celebrating clients' successes in drug court and helping new clients feel welcomed during intake. After law school, Yinia plans to pursue a career in criminal defense and continue advocating for those in need.

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We're excited to welcome Yinia Hernandez-Tavarez back to the Barrow County Public Defender's Office this summer.

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@EmoryUniversity He hopes to build a career as a public defender and eventually use those experiences to help shape policies that strengthen and support communities. We're grateful to have Chase on our team this summer and excited to see the impact he'll make through a lifetime of public service

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@EmoryUniversity Throughout his internship, Chase has valued the opportunity to learn how to better serve clients while gaining invaluable knowledge and experience from the attorneys and professionals around him.

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Meet Chase Wallace, a senior @EmoryUniversity studying Political Science and History and spending his summer with the Law Office of the Public Defender in DeKalb County.

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@SpelmanCollege In the future, Khepera hopes to become both a human rights attorney and a leader in public health policy focused on maternal health and cancer equity. We're grateful to have her with GPDC this summer and excited to see the difference she will continue to make.

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@SpelmanCollege One of the most meaningful parts of her experience has been working alongside a mentor and witnessing the positive impact that advocacy can have on the lives of young people. Those experiences have further strengthened her passion for client advocacy and human rights.

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Meet Khepera Omijeolukore, a junior @SpelmanCollege studying Psychology Pre-Law and spending her summer with the Atlanta Judicial Circuit in Fulton County.

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@GeorgiaStateLaw Outside of his legal interests, he enjoys cooking and exploring dishes from different culinary traditions. We're excited to welcome Zach to GPDC this summer and look forward to supporting him as he begins his legal career.

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@GeorgiaStateLaw As he begins his internship, he is looking forward to learning from experienced attorneys and gaining firsthand experience working with clients. After law school, Zach hopes to continue serving in the criminal defense field, ideally as a public defender.