The Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence announced the appointment of Jan Christiansen as executive director.

She has extensive experience in the field of domestic violence prevention and education and served as GCADV’s associate director since 2009.

The organization provides support, training and legislative advocacy for domestic violence agencies, advocates, and communities statewide.

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Julian Conley listens during opening statements in his trial at Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The 25-year-old is accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old Secoriea Turner in July 2020. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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