

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Democracy SpeakUP
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Perfecting &amp; Protecting Democracy: 
An Intergenerational Dialogue on Defending Diversity, Immigration, Voting Rights, and Free Speech.About this Event"Atlanta has always been defined by its willingness to fight for justice, not run from it. At this moment of truth, the city's leaders, institutions, businesses and citizens must rise together." (Jabari Simama, AJC, 10/8/25)Here's what we know. Democracy is not self-sustaining. It is defended, shaped, and renewed by people willing to stand for it. Across the country — and here at home — the pillars of democracy are being tested: voting rights, free speech, immigration policy, economic fairness, and education.Join The Soul of Atlanta for an evening of powerful talks (TED-Talk style ) exploring what democracy means today — and what it demands of us. In 8–10 minute talks followed by breakout conversations, leading voices from faith, law, business, education, media, and civic leadership who will deliver concise, high-impact talks on:• Democracy and Economic Opportunity• Immigration and Citizenship• Free Speech in the Social Media Era• Diversity, Education, and OpportunityThen we move from inspiration to action in interactive breakout sessions.Atlanta, ground zero for the Civil Rights movement, has always led when democracy is challenged. This is our moment again.Be part of the conversation.Be part of the solution.The Soul of Atlanta ConvenersFormer Mayor Bill Campbell, Former Mayor Shirley Franklin, Jabari SimamaSteering snd Host CommitteeRobert Franklin, Nisha Simama, Kent Matlock, Ben DaCosta, Mike Ross, Walter Fluker, Reggie Hammond
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Atlanta
- **state**: GA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Friendship Baptist Church
- **lat**: 33.752614
- **long**: -84.405825
- **full address**: Friendship Baptist Church, 80 Walnut Street Southwest, Atlanta, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: The Soul of Atlanta (https://allevents.in/org/the-soul-of-atlanta/27606600)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Friendship Baptist Church, 80 Walnut Street Southwest, Atlanta, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Soul of Atlanta
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Democracy SpeakUP ?
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