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Georgia WAND

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GA WAND advocates for nuclear harm reduction, environmental protection & climate social justice.

Georgia Women’s Action for New Directions (WAND) is an independent grassroots, woman-led organization that seeks to direct women's voices into a powerful movement for social change. WAND was established in 1982 by Helen Caldicott, long-time anti-nuclear activist and founder of Physicians for Social Responsibility. Atlanta WAND, the only Georgia Southeast chapter, was established a few years later

in 1984. The name was later changed to Georgia Women's Action for New Directions as our membership grew and our impact was felt statewide. Georgia WAND has a diverse state and regional membership; weekly communications and an “alerts” network; a professional staff of four and a tight working relationship with National WAND and the Women’s Legislators Lobby (WiLL). Georgia WAND’s entire program focus is devoted to progressive social change. The chapter is recognized as a bridge-building organization and a key coalition partner of the progressive community in Atlanta and the Southeast. Our chapter is well-positioned because of our coalition-building in Georgia’s political epicenter, which has the largest concentration of progressive activists and voters in the southeast. We have strong alliances with, and the respect of, civil rights leaders, labor leaders, students, people of faith, health advocates, environmental justice advocates, and women’s organizations. We have a diverse board of directors, an accomplished and dedicated advisory board, and an active supportive base of over 2,500. Our collaborative programs are designed for sustainable change, capacity building in communities and engagement in co-designed initiatives. Georgia WAND’s outreach efforts cross class, cultural, and racial boundaries. They include but are not limited to working with Concerned Black Clergy, Eco-Action, Southern Truth and Reconciliation, The Coalition for the Peoples’ Agenda, Georgia Rural Urban Summit and the Georgia Peace & Justice Coalition and southeast environmental groups working for clean air, clean water, and a carbon-free, nuclear free future. Georgia WAND monitors activities and policy decisions that affect the Savannah River Site (SRS) and nuclear power plants. We translate technical information about nuclear weapons and waste, its effects on national security, and its environmental impacts into terms that are meaningful to our members and to the communities near nuclear facilities. Our involvement with the international Alliance for Nuclear Accountability (ANA) and IEER (Institute for Energy and Environmental Research) over the past decade strengthens our capability to disseminate updated and detailed information in a timely fashion that can enable communities to organize and take action. As a compliment to our environmental justice work, we maintain working relations with our peace and justice, human rights and civil rights, and more traditional environmental community partners: Church Women United, Metro Atlanta Democratic Socialists of America, Altamaha Riverkeepr, both Georgia and South Carolina Sierra Clubs and their radiation committees, the Georgia River Network, Hiroshima Peace Culture Foundation, Aiken Peace, South Carolina and Georgia League of Women Voters, Georgia Organics, and Georgia STAND UP (to name a few). We have intensified our working relationships and cooperative partnerships with Friends of the Earth, other strong members of Alliance for Nuclear Accountability, and women state legislators, especially in Georgia.

06/09/2026

✅ Early Voting is happening now in Fulton County.

From June 6–12, registered voters can cast their ballots early at any Fulton County advance voting location.

📍20 locations available countywide
📬 7 absentee ballot drop box locations available

Make your plan to vote early today: fultoncountyga.gov/voteearly

06/04/2026

Proposed plutonium pit project at SRS briefing during 2026 ANA DC Days!

06/04/2026

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05/31/2026

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05/28/2026

🚨 PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY: Proposed Plutonium Pit Project at Savannah River Site (SRS) 🚨

Georgia WAND is encouraging our CSRA frontline communities, partners, advocates, and residents to stay informed and participate in the federal public comment process regarding the proposed plutonium pit production project at Savannah River Site (SRS).

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) are currently reviewing the environmental impacts associated with plutonium pit production, radioactive material transportation, waste storage, air quality, water resources, and long-term community impacts through the Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) process.

📅 Public Comment Deadline: July 16, 2026

📧 Submit comments by email to:
[email protected]
Please include document number “DOE/EIS-0573” in the subject line.

✉️ Mail handwritten comments to:
Ms. Jade Fortiner
NEPA Document Manager
National Nuclear Security Administration
Office of Pit Production Modernization
U.S. Department of Energy
1000 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20585

📄 Review additional information here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SKnkzcrGtBdKuBHs_9dAeSCkGBTYkHtP/view?usp=sharing

Your voice matters. Public participation helps ensure transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making for our communities and future generations.

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05/19/2026

Before you go:
✔️ Check your voter registration
✔️ Confirm your polling location
✔️ Bring any required identification

05/18/2026

🚨 GEORGIA PRIMARY ELECTION DAY IS TOMORROW! 🚨

Your voice matters. Your vote matters. Make a plan to vote in tomorrow’s Primary Election! 🗳️

In Georgia, voters can choose ONE ballot style during the Primary Election:

🔵 Democratic Ballot
Vote for Democratic candidates only in the primary.

🔴 Republican Ballot
Vote for Republican candidates only in the primary.

⚪ Nonpartisan Ballot
Includes nonpartisan races only (such as judicial races or special elections, if applicable).

📝 Important Information About Georgia Primaries:
Georgia does not register voters by party. Any registered voter may choose either a Democratic or Republican primary ballot, or a nonpartisan ballot if available—but not more than one ballot style.

⚠️ Important:
Choosing a party ballot in the primary does NOT permanently register you with or affiliate you with that political party.

Before heading to the polls, make sure to:

✅ Check your voter registration
✅ Verify your polling location
✅ View your sample ballot
✅ Confirm voting hours
✅ Review acceptable photo IDs
📍 Research your local referendums (such as SPLOST, if applicable) and any party advisory questions.

Check your voter information here:
https://mvp.sos.ga.gov

Official Georgia Secretary of State Election Information:
https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-voting

🕖 Polls are open from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.
If you are in line by 7:00 PM, you are still allowed to vote.

Acceptable Georgia photo IDs include:
✔️ Georgia Driver’s License
✔️ Valid state or federal government ID
✔️ Valid U.S. Passport
✔️ Valid Military ID
✔️ Tribal photo ID
✔️ Georgia Voter ID Card

Every election impacts our communities, schools, healthcare, public safety, economic development, and future opportunities. Show up and make your voice heard tomorrow! 🇺🇸

05/12/2026

Burke & Richmond County Residents, We Need Your Voice!

Georgia WAND Education Fund is working on an important project to learn how pollution and everyday conditions affect our health.

We’ve found some serious concerns:

People in our community are living shorter lives than before

Pollution in the air, water, and soil may be part of the problem

What is this project about?

We want to hear from YOU about:
Air and water quality
Noise and traffic
Access to healthcare, food, and safe housing

Why does this matter?

Your answers will help:
Find the biggest problems in our community
Create real solutions
Protect our families now and in the future

How can you help?
It’s easy!
Scan the QR Code or click the link below and fill out the survey:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQ2H2kA5qaybhSajJSo2_uJeCNXjk_Ht-I4Mw9Ven3Sbo8og/viewform?usp=dialog&usp=

Your voice matters. Your story matters.
Let’s work together for a healthier, safer community

05/10/2026

On behalf of Georgia WAND, Happy Mother’s Day!

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Telephone

+14045245999

Website

http://georgiawand.org/

Address

250 Georgia Avenue SE, Suite 202
Atlanta, GA
30312

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm