“After almost five years with Georgia Equality, I’ve decided the time has come for me to start a new chapter. I am extremely proud of all that GE staff, board, and statewide partners have accomplished during my tenure and hold dear to my heart the relationships I’ve built during my time as Deputy Director.   

As I look back, I am most proud of our work to build strategies for centering equity in every aspect of our work. I am also proud to have witnessed young queer people and young people living with HIV  shift from being targets of harassment to self-advocates and effective organizers and leaders in the work. 

I want to give my deepest gratitude to all who have been so supportive of the organization and of me personally over the years, especially our executive director, Jeff Graham. Jeff, without you the organization would not be nearly as strong and vibrant as it is. I am so honored to have had the opportunity to learn from you and lead this incredible organization alongside you. I will watch with much excitement and anticipation as Georgia Equality continues to fulfill its mission. 

This week, as I wind things down, I look forward to connecting with as many of you as I can to say thank you. My final day in the office is October 11th. We will share the job announcement soon and ask for your help in identifying candidates. Thank you for allowing me to advocate with you!”

Eric T. Paulk, JD