Articles by Amber
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COLUMN: NAACP panel on gun violence in the black community underscores how much work there is to do
COLUMN: NAACP panel on gun violence in the black community underscores how much work there is to do
By Amber Goodwin
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Open Letter From National Leaders on Hatred & Gun Violence
Open Letter From National Leaders on Hatred & Gun Violence
By Amber Goodwin
Activity
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⚖ My advice for 1L's Starting Law School 👨🏾🎓 This month, thousands of students will start law school after what seemed like an entire lifetime…
⚖ My advice for 1L's Starting Law School 👨🏾🎓 This month, thousands of students will start law school after what seemed like an entire lifetime…
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Proud to be included in the fall edition of American Federation of Teachers's American Educator journal. The Q&A, 𝐵𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎…
Proud to be included in the fall edition of American Federation of Teachers's American Educator journal. The Q&A, 𝐵𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎…
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There was no shortage of tears in Delaware this week as President Biden and Dr. Biden took the time to visit and personally shake hands with each of…
There was no shortage of tears in Delaware this week as President Biden and Dr. Biden took the time to visit and personally shake hands with each of…
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Experience & Education
Volunteer Experience
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Board Member
Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence
- Present 2 years 4 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence is a grassroots movement of educators across America whose mission is to elevate stories of gun violence in schools and communities in order to influence policies and Americans at large to make us safer.
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Alumni Association Board of Directors
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
- Present 1 year 4 months
Education
The Mitchell Hamline Alumni Association promotes relationships among alumni, and between alumni and Mitchell Hamline and current students. It does this through encouraging alumni to attend CLEs and events (such as the Alumni Golf Tournament and the Women in Law Tea), to support students by volunteering as mentors, speakers, mock interviewers, and more, and to support the school through financial contributions. Membership in the association is automatic upon graduation and is absolutely free…
The Mitchell Hamline Alumni Association promotes relationships among alumni, and between alumni and Mitchell Hamline and current students. It does this through encouraging alumni to attend CLEs and events (such as the Alumni Golf Tournament and the Women in Law Tea), to support students by volunteering as mentors, speakers, mock interviewers, and more, and to support the school through financial contributions. Membership in the association is automatic upon graduation and is absolutely free. The association is led by the Mitchell Hamline Alumni Board, whose current members are listed below.
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Secretary
Austin Black Lawyers Association
- Present 1 year 2 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
In 1973, there were a total of fifteen African American lawyers practicing in the Austin area. That year a number of those lawyers came together and organized a support group for the African American lawyers to address issues that were essential to their legal and professional development and the lack of opportunities. In 1979, the support group formally became known as the Austin Black Lawyers Association (ABLA).
Since this humble beginning, ABLA has grown significantly and is now an…In 1973, there were a total of fifteen African American lawyers practicing in the Austin area. That year a number of those lawyers came together and organized a support group for the African American lawyers to address issues that were essential to their legal and professional development and the lack of opportunities. In 1979, the support group formally became known as the Austin Black Lawyers Association (ABLA).
Since this humble beginning, ABLA has grown significantly and is now an affiliate organization of the Austin Bar Association consisting of lawyers within Austin and its surrounding communities.As a growing organization, for almost four decades, ABLA has been at the forefront of Austin’s legal community. -
Member of the Board of Advisors
Leaders We Deserve
- Present 1 year 1 month
Politics
Leaders We Deserve is a grassroots organization dedicated to electing young progressives to Congress and State Legislatures across the country to help defeat the far-right agenda and advance a progressive vision for the future. Our mission is to identify and elect more trailblazers – youthful, audacious, and charismatic leaders who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. We pledge to stand with them, equipping their campaigns with the tools to succeed: from fundraising and messaging to…
Leaders We Deserve is a grassroots organization dedicated to electing young progressives to Congress and State Legislatures across the country to help defeat the far-right agenda and advance a progressive vision for the future. Our mission is to identify and elect more trailblazers – youthful, audacious, and charismatic leaders who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. We pledge to stand with them, equipping their campaigns with the tools to succeed: from fundraising and messaging to scheduling and budgeting. We’ll raise the banner of their cause, rallying funds online and in person.
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Board of Directors
Annie's List
- 2 years 1 month
Politics
In the last 15 years, we have recruited, trained and supported progressive women seeking office at both the state and local levels. During this time we have raised $15+ million to support these women and have helped them win more than 100 races. We are committed with dollars and time to our candidates. We fundraise, walk city blocks knocking on doors, hold training sessions, drive voters to the polls and make phone calls on their behalf. https://annieslist.com/about/what-we-do/
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Ambassador
National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Present 8 years 6 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
The National Museum of African American History and Culture will be a place where all Americans can learn about the richness and diversity of the African American experience, what it means to their lives and how it helped us shape this nation. A place that transcends the boundaries of race and culture that divide us, and becomes a lens into a story that unites us all. Opening September 24, 2016, the museum is under construction on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on a five-acre tract…
The National Museum of African American History and Culture will be a place where all Americans can learn about the richness and diversity of the African American experience, what it means to their lives and how it helped us shape this nation. A place that transcends the boundaries of race and culture that divide us, and becomes a lens into a story that unites us all. Opening September 24, 2016, the museum is under construction on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on a five-acre tract adjacent to the Washington Monument.
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Board Member
East Austin YMCA
- 1 year 1 month
Social Services
Honors & Awards
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Walker's Legacy Power50 Women
Walker's Legacy Foundation
http://www.walkerslegacy.com/names-announced-for-walkers-legacy-2016-power-50/
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Personal Democracy Forum Google Fellowship Award
Personal Democracy Forum
https://personaldemocracy.com/pdf-2013-google-fellowship-application
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Yesterday, we celebrated the removal of another reentry barrier in IL. It was a beautiful thing to see Willette Benford celebrated for all of her…
Yesterday, we celebrated the removal of another reentry barrier in IL. It was a beautiful thing to see Willette Benford celebrated for all of her…
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It’s always good to come home & advocate for the work. A big thank you to the national partners from: Cities United, Cure Violence,The HAVI, The…
It’s always good to come home & advocate for the work. A big thank you to the national partners from: Cities United, Cure Violence,The HAVI, The…
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Anita has been such an incredible mentor to me and so many other people. She is a national treasure and her family at SKDK is so proud of everything…
Anita has been such an incredible mentor to me and so many other people. She is a national treasure and her family at SKDK is so proud of everything…
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I’m happy to share that I’ve been appointed to the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Gun Violence. It's an incredible organization + a…
I’m happy to share that I’ve been appointed to the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Gun Violence. It's an incredible organization + a…
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Serving as the National Women's Engagement Director for President Joe Biden has been the honor of a lifetime - his commitment to women, equality, and…
Serving as the National Women's Engagement Director for President Joe Biden has been the honor of a lifetime - his commitment to women, equality, and…
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During my senior year at Texas Tech University, I relocated to Washington, D.C., to intern on Capitol Hill as part of Texas Tech’s Government and…
During my senior year at Texas Tech University, I relocated to Washington, D.C., to intern on Capitol Hill as part of Texas Tech’s Government and…
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Sonya Massey. Say her name. Say her name. Say her name. Sonya Massey.
Sonya Massey. Say her name. Say her name. Say her name. Sonya Massey.
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We are grateful for the efforts and funding that goes into violence prevention in Chicago. Read more about Govenor Pritzker's announcement and the…
We are grateful for the efforts and funding that goes into violence prevention in Chicago. Read more about Govenor Pritzker's announcement and the…
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I couldn’t be more proud of the work you do in community.
I couldn’t be more proud of the work you do in community.
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I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined Gibson Dunn as a partner in the Energy, Regulation and Litigation Practice. I look forward to working with my…
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined Gibson Dunn as a partner in the Energy, Regulation and Litigation Practice. I look forward to working with my…
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Some personal news: I’m taking a leave of absence from teaching. For over a decade I’ve spent my time outside of the classroom in gun violence…
Some personal news: I’m taking a leave of absence from teaching. For over a decade I’ve spent my time outside of the classroom in gun violence…
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As a part of their Safer States Agenda, the The White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention hosted dozens of state lawmakers from around the…
As a part of their Safer States Agenda, the The White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention hosted dozens of state lawmakers from around the…
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