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Ascend Justice
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Our mission is to empower individuals and families impacted by gender-based violence or the child welfare system—we strive to help people achieve safety and stability through holistic legal advocacy and system reform.
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Keshia Golden is a Chicago mother who would not be alive and raising her young child today had she not acted in defense of herself and her pregnancy. Charging her with murder suggests that she did not have the right to self-defense. bit.ly/FreeKeshia
Free Keshia Golden, charged with murder for the outcome of an act of self-defense. bit.ly/FreeKeshia
February 12, 2026 at 7:22 PM
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Ascend Justice is proud to celebrate Black History Month and reaffirm our commitment to racial equity and equal protection under the law.

#BlackHistoryMonth
#TogetherWeAscend
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February 2, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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Ascend Justice has signed on to Keep Our Republic's Principles for the Independence of the Legal Profession. We firmly believe that the rule of law and the independence of the legal system are key pillars of American democracy. If you are a lawyer, join us: keepourrepublic.org/.../initiat....
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January 27, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. If you want to learn more about forced labor in our community, check out this free event at the Harold Washington Library next Thursday!
advertisement for a book discussion that shows the cover of the book and reads: "A Discussion with Author Rhacel S. Parrenas: The Trafficker Next Door: Human Trafficking and Forced Labor in Chicago Thursday, January 29 at 6pm Harold Washington Library Center, 7th Floor 400 S. State St. Join us for a discussion and expert panel on human trafficking that highlights the prevalence of forced labor in our community. Books available for the first 25 attendees!" (the ad includes the mayor's logo on top and the logos for several other Chicago and Cook County agencies along the bottom)
January 22, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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If you're under 40 and searching for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Chicago, please join us for free appetizers and a drink, and learn more about joining our Young Professionals Board on Thursday, February 5, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Hubbard Inn. RSVP: secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/...
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January 22, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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On Wednesday, January 28, from 11:30am to 1:30pm, Ascend Justice will host an in-person training at Skadden (320 S Canal St., Chicago) on second chance advocacy for incarcerated survivors of gender-based violence.

Register by 5:00pm on Monday, January 26: www.illinoislegalaid.org/for-legal-pr...
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January 21, 2026 at 8:07 PM
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Want an easy way to support Ascend Justice and help spread awareness about our work? Check out our merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/ascend-... A portion of every purchase helps support our holistic legal services, and we promise you'll look awesome in our gear!

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January 20, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Want to learn more about Ascend Justice and how to get involved? Want to meet cool people over free appetizers and a drink? Join us Thursday, February 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Hubbard Inn for our annual Friendraiser! RSVP today: secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/...

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January 15, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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We want to sincerely thank everyone who has donated to our 2025 Annual Appeal! Thank you for being part of our community.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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For many people trying to leave abusive situations, navigating the legal system can be overwhelming. It's challenging for anyone, but the barriers are even greater for the majority of our clients who face the compounding traumas of abuse and poverty.
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November 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Your incredible advocacy is having an impact! Mayor Johnson plans to file an amendment to the proposed Chicago budget this week that will keep domestic violence services funding intact (instead of the 43% cut in the initial proposal).
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November 17, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Ascend Justice is proud to be part of the Domestic Violence Co-Location Program (DVCLP). Last year, the DVCLP helped 1,393 individuals, 872 of whom were children. Read more about our work over the past year in our hot-off-the-presses report: www.ascendjustice.org/wp-content/u...

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October 29, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Federal strong-arm tactics create an atmosphere of fear that further isolates survivors from the support services they need to leave abuse. Read more in our Letter to the Editor: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/19/l...
Letters: Federal government’s ‘crime-fighting’ strategy is making Chicago domestic violence survivors less safe
Like an abusive partner, the federal government is isolating domestic violence survivors by making help-seeking scarier and riskier.
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October 20, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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A new order banning civil arrests in Cook County courts goes into effect today. abc7chicago.com/post/ice-chi...
Order barring arrests at Cook County courts takes effect Wednesday
A new order from Cook County's top judge takes effect Wednesday.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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We are so proud to have been part of yesterday's You Are Not Alone event! The rain spared us, and we stood together and raised our voices for survivors (and hopefully some awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month).
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October 8, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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Today!! Join us rain or shine at Daley Plaza at noon today for a rally to raise awareness of domestic violence. Help us show survivors they are not alone!

#TogetherWeAscend
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October 7, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Read more about your rights when interacting with military troops or federal agents at aclu.org/deployment_kyr
October 6, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Today is the start of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so if you’re seeing this, please take a moment to tell someone else! Tell someone about Ascend Justice. Tell them about the 24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline (877.863.6338).
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October 1, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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If you answered “Saturn,” you’re ready for Trivia Night! Join us as a team of 6, or sign up solo and get placed on a team—either way, come help us raise money for survivors on November 5! This event always sells out, so don’t wait! Register today: secure.qgiv.com/for/2025triv...
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September 25, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Mark your calendars and join Chicago’s anti-gender-based violence organizations for a Domestic Violence Awareness Month community outreach event! Join us Tuesday, October 7, at noon in Daley Plaza and show survivors You Are Not Alone! Sign up today: secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/...
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September 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Several Ascend Justice clients need emergency help with basic needs. This is a scary and confusing time for people who are or may appear to be from another country, regardless of their immigration status, and many clients are too afraid to leave their homes.
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September 22, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Today, Illinois celebrates the second anniversary of the successful implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act and the end of money bond!

Read our full statement here: endmoneybond.org/2025/09/18/c...
September 18, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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If you answered “Africa,” you’re ready for Trivia Night! Join us as a team of 6, or sign up solo and get placed on a team—either way, grab your thinking caps and help us raise money for survivors on November 5! This event always sells out, so don’t wait to register! secure.qgiv.com/for/2025triv...
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September 18, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Join Chicago’s anti-gender-based violence organizations for a joint Domestic Violence Awareness Month community outreach event! We will be speaking, handing out materials, raising awareness, and showing solidarity for the survivors in our community on October 7 from noon to 1pm at Daley Plaza.
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September 16, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month!

We proudly celebrate our Hispanic and Latin American clients, staff, friends, family, and community.
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September 15, 2025 at 3:32 PM