Planned Parenthood Southeast Presents:

A Night For Our Rights Gala

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 7pm

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In 2025—a year of immense importance for protecting and expanding sexual and reproductive healthcare—Planned Parenthood Southeast proudly presents A Night For Our Rights Gala. This event honors our ongoing movement for reproductive rights, celebrates the more than 15,000 patients who receive quality and affordable care from us, and recognizes the many women and birthing people who depend on us to keep our doors open, serve our community, and advocate for bodily autonomy.

This year’s Gala promises an elevated, elegant celebration of our movement for reproductive rights and freedoms. You will hear from a powerful keynote speaker, enjoy special guest appearances from across Georgia and the Southeast, experience live music by GSO Jazz!, and be inspired by powerful stories that honor our ongoing mission to provide care— no matter what.

Faye Wattleton is a Managing Director, Corporate Suite of Alvarez & Marsal, and practice leader for corporate governance. Ms. Wattleton's distinguished career spans more than three decades, during which she has amassed an extraordinary track record for leadership, both as a CEO of national not-for-profit organizations and serving on the boards of public and private corporations, academic institutions and high-impact philanthropic organizations. Perhaps best known for her executive leadership and advocacy of improving the status and healthcare of women, she brings dynamic and demonstrable experience as an executive, board member and consultant in the health sector and public policy arenas. She has served as a director for a range of public companies, including as chair of audit and corporate governance committee.

With more than three decades of corporate governance and consulting. Ms. Wattleton is an active member of the Board of Directors of Jazz at Lincoln Center and Advisory Board of the USC Schaffer Center. Previously, she served on the Board of Trustees of Columbia University, the Board of Govenors of the Pardee RAND Graduate School and boards of directors of public companies including I Have a Dream Foundation, Ehrlich-Bober Financial Services (1986-1988), Leslie Fay (1993-1998), Estée Lauder Companies (1995-2003), WellChoice, Inc. (1993-2005), Quidel Corporation (1994-2006) and Savient Pharmaceuticals (1997-2007). 

Prior to joining A&M, Ms. Wattleton served as co-founder and president of the Center for the Advancement of Women an independent, nonpartisan think tank, conducting women-focused national research for public educatic and policy advocacy. During her leadership, CFAW received national and international acclaim for its groundbreaking research and advocacy on women's opinions, experiences, roles and status in society.

From 1978 to 1992, Ms. Wattleton was President and CEO of the nation's oldest and largest voluntary reproductive health provider, Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA). She was the youngest, first woman, first African American, and longest tenured professional-to hold this position. At the time of her departure, a restructured Planned Parenthood had grown to become the nation's seventh largest nonprofit organization, with an aggregate budget of $500 million, providing medical and educational services to four million Americans each year, through 170 affiliates operating in 49 states and the District of Columbia. Under its international arm, know as Family Planning International Assistance, PPFA provided technical assistance and commodities to organizations in over sixty developing countries.

Lauded as a public spokesperson and for her managerial skills and revolutionary public policy advancement by Business Week and Money, she has spoken extensively and written on corporate governance, including articles in FORTUNE and Directorship Magazines. Ms. Wattleton has received countless honors and awards. She is the 2004 recipient of the prestigious Fries Prize for service to improving public health and was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 1993.

Ms. Watleton earned a bachelor's degree in nursing from" Ohio State University and a master's degree from Columbia University. She holds fourteen honorary degrees and is the single honoree of the 2014 Ohio State University alumni medalist award for national or international career achievement.

This year, we are proud to announce our inaugural Honorary Co-Chairs for the Gala:

Jason J. Carter

Jason Carter is the Chairman of the Carter Center Board of Trustees and a partner at the law firm of Bondurant, Mixson & Elmore, LLP in Atlanta, Georgia, where he represents clients in high stakes business litigation.   As the grandson of the Carter Center’s founders, Jason has been involved with the Center’s programs for 20 years, working to advance peace and health across the globe.  Prior to becoming Chairman of the Board, he oversaw the Center’s strategic planning and participated in the Center’s programs in Liberia, Egypt, Myanmar and the West Bank/Gaza.  Aside from the Center, he combines a successful litigation practice with a strong commitment to public service.  From 2010-2015 he served in the Georgia State Senate.  In 2014, Jason was the Democratic Nominee for Governor of Georgia, receiving more than 1.1 million votes in a race that garnered substantial national attention.  He previously served for more than two years in the United States Peace Corps in South Africa where he worked in schools to assist with their transition out of Apartheid.  

Jason has been named to Georgia Trend’s list of the 100 Most Influential Georgians, and has consistently been recognized as a “Super Lawyer” in Atlanta Magazine, a listing of the top attorneys in Georgia. Jason has received numerous other awards for his legal work and community service, including the Anti-Defamation League’s Stuart Eizenstat Award.

 Nancy Flake Johnson

Nancy Flake Johnson has served as President and CEO of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta since 2008. As an advocate, educator, coach, collaborator, strategist, and champion for closing the racial wealth gap, Nancy has expanded the League, bringing life-changing opportunities to thousands of individuals, families, and small businesses every year. Her programs focus on workforce development, entrepreneurship, youth and young adult education and employment, housing and wealth building, and social and racial justice. The League also operates a Financial Empowerment & Emergency Relief Center, which helps families in crisis and provides personalized programming to help clients achieve financial stability and advancement. Nancy has been widely honored for her contributions, most recently being named one of the 100 Most Influential Georgians for 2024.

Jen Jordan

Jen Jordan is often described as a lawyer’s lawyer. Her consistent and tireless advocacy for the rights of others has defined her legal career spanning over two decades, as well as her years in the Georgia State Senate, where she earned a reputation as one of the smartest and hardest-working senators at the Capitol, respected by members of both parties. Although she was ultimately unsuccessful in her 2022 bid for Attorney General as the Democratic Party nominee, she received more votes than any other Democratic candidate for statewide constitutional office, including the Democratic gubernatorial candidate. Jen practices law at The Summerville Firm in Atlanta alongside some of the smartest lawyers in Georgia. She also produces the Georgia political podcast VoteHer with Mara Davis, a well-known Atlanta radio personality, and Teri Anulewicz, a state representative from Cobb County, and contributes legal and political commentary to CNN.

Lovette Twyman Russell

Lovette Twyman Russell is a senior consultant with Coxe Curry & Associates, where she provides strategic guidance to nonprofits in board development, volunteer engagement, and fundraising. A native of Atlanta and a graduate of Spelman College, Lovette is an active alumna and serves as Chair of Spelman’s Board of Trustees. Passionate about children’s causes, she also serves on the boards of the Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation, and Hughes Spalding Hospital Advisory Council (as chair). Additionally, Lovette is a member of the Buckhead Cascade City Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Join our Honorary Co-Chairs, Planned Parenthood Southeast, and special guests for a night in support of reproductive rights. Enjoy live music by GSO Jazz!, a live auction and paddle raise, special guest appearances, a powerful keynote speaker, awards and honors, dinner, and more.

Table Hosts and Sponsors Signup

Make an impact and be featured in our programming! Every dollar donated to this Gala helps protect access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive healthcare for over 15,000 people in the Southeast. From cancer screenings, STI treatment, and contraceptives to birth control and wellness checkups, Planned Parenthood Southeast is invaluable to our patients—and we couldn’t do this without your support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What other ways can I purchase tickets?
For assistance or questions by phone, please contact Alyssa Lang at alyssa.lang@ppse.org or 404.567.8337. You may also send a check to 241 Peachtree St. Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30303.

Is this donation tax deductible?
The estimated fair market value of goods and services (or non-tax-deductible portion) provided with each sponsorship and ticket purchase is $175 per guest.  Planned Parenthood Southeast is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and a portion of your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please consult your tax professional with any questions.

Can I use my IRA or DAF to make a donation?
Per IRS guidelines, payment by Donor Advised Funds (DAF) or Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) may not be applied to purchases that include goods and services (including tickets), or for Branding Sponsorships or used to bifurcate payments. Tax ID 58-6045874

This Year's Sponsors:

DEFENDER
Jill and George Bullock
Judy Tabb

TABLE HOSTS
Alston & Bird
Becky Arrington
Judy & Stan Fineman
Robin & Benjamin Fink
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Bev Jackson
Jennie Saliers & Bill Levisay
Rodney & Terrez Thompson

ADVOCATES
Eliana & Eric Brown
Stacy Cole
Lindsay & Philip DeFranco
Terry and Charles Epstein
Michelle LaLonde and Brian Feldman
Dr. Alisha Kramer & Senator Jon Ossoff