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Bans on Lifesaving Program for People Who Use Illegal Drugs Violate the Americans with Disabilities Act
Syringe Service Programs provide access to crucial health services to people with substance use disorders. The ACLU is fighting against bans that limit these lifesaving programs.
By Joseph Longley, Malhar Shah
Bans on Lifesaving Program for People Who Use Illegal Drugs Violate the Americans with Disabilities ActPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
Access to Abortion Saved the Life of One Virginia Mother. Now She’s Fighting to Expand Reproductive Freedom
Heather St. Amand is a mother, an organizer with the ACLU of Virginia, and an advocate for reproductive freedom. Having access to abortion saved her life and put her on the path to fight for reproductive rights.
By Heather St. Amand, Phuong Tran
Access to Abortion Saved the Life of One Virginia Mother. Now She’s Fighting to Expand Reproductive Freedom
We Documented 1,200+ Actions by ICE. Here's What We Found.
A new ACLU report reveals the scale of civil rights violations committed by ICE and the police forces it has deputized — from racial profiling to school lockdowns.
By Naureen Shah
We Documented 1,200+ Actions by ICE. Here's What We Found.
Your Questions Answered: What You Need to Know About the BPJ and Hecox Supreme Court Decision
The Supreme Court recently ruled to uphold laws in Idaho and West Virginia banning transgender women and girls from school sports. Learn how the decision impacts transgender people, families, and educators.
By Joshua Block
Your Questions Answered: What You Need to Know About the BPJ and Hecox Supreme Court DecisionPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
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Wisconsinites Delivered a Pivotal Win for Abortion Access and Democracy
A pivotal state supreme court election made clear that we won’t tolerate attacks on our reproductive freedom.
By Dr. Melinda Brennan
A pivotal state supreme court election made clear that we won’t tolerate attacks on our reproductive freedom.
By Dr. Melinda Brennan
What Trans Youth Want You to Know
Three kids discuss their lives, experiences, and perspectives on life in the trans community.
By Sophia Ebanks
Three kids discuss their lives, experiences, and perspectives on life in the trans community.
By Sophia Ebanks
How We’re Winning The Fight to Defend Trans Rights
In states across the country, judges are blocking bans on gender-affirming care and drag performances.
By Gillian Branstetter
In states across the country, judges are blocking bans on gender-affirming care and drag performances.
By Gillian Branstetter
Special Edition: The Supreme Court Overturns Affirmative Action
On Thursday, June 29, in the cases of Students for Fair Admissions. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and Students for Fair Admissions v....
On Thursday, June 29, in the cases of Students for Fair Admissions. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and Students for Fair Admissions v....
The Historic New Law Protecting Fairness for Pregnant Workers
After a decade of advocacy, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act goes into effect today.
By Gillian Thomas, Vania Leveille
After a decade of advocacy, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act goes into effect today.
By Gillian Thomas, Vania Leveille
It Took Me 12 Years to Get Out of My Conservatorship. Now I’m Finally Free.
My parents didn’t trust me to make my own choices, but with supported decision-making, I’m finally able to live life on my terms.
By Marie Bergum
My parents didn’t trust me to make my own choices, but with supported decision-making, I’m finally able to live life on my terms.
By Marie Bergum
How We Are Protecting the Right to Vote on the Anniversary of Shelby v. Holder
Join us in our work to protect voting rights and end racially discriminatory voting practices.
By Sophia Lin Lakin, Molly McGrath
Join us in our work to protect voting rights and end racially discriminatory voting practices.
By Sophia Lin Lakin, Molly McGrath
Mississippi Student Wins Fight to Wear Tribal Regalia at Graduation
With the help of the Native American Rights Fund, the ACLU of Mississippi, and the ACLU, Zuri Wilson was able to wear an eagle feather and receive...
By Heather L. Weaver, Morgan Saunders, Claudia Williams Hyman
With the help of the Native American Rights Fund, the ACLU of Mississippi, and the ACLU, Zuri Wilson was able to wear an eagle feather and receive...
By Heather L. Weaver, Morgan Saunders, Claudia Williams Hyman
A Year Without Roe
Hundreds of people shared their stories about living without a federally-protected right to abortion.
By ACLU
Hundreds of people shared their stories about living without a federally-protected right to abortion.
By ACLU
Pride Has Always Been About Ending Mass Incarceration
Bail reform and LGBTQ liberation go hand in hand.
By Andrea Woods, Qainat Khan
Bail reform and LGBTQ liberation go hand in hand.
By Andrea Woods, Qainat Khan
