We Show Up: How We Come Together to Fight For Civil Rights and Liberties

Last updated on April 12, 2023

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We Show Up: How We Come Together to Fight For Civil Rights and Liberties

Last updated on April 12, 2023

For over 100 years, the ACLU has been showing up in the courts, in the streets, and in the halls of power to defend the rights that the Constitution guarantees to everyone.

In the past year alone, the ACLU community fought to secure abortion rights in Michigan, defended trans youth from political attacks in Arkansas and Texas, and blocked Florida from censoring lessons about race and gender in college classrooms. With the support of our members, supporters, volunteers, and staff, we will keep showing up whenever civil rights and civil liberties are under attack.

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The ACLU has been at the center of nearly every major civil liberties battle in the U.S. for more than 100 years. This vital work depends on your support.

We need you with us to keep fighting — donate today.

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From free speech to reproductive freedom to immigrants' rights, the ACLU has shown up for over 100 years to protect civil liberties and civil rights for all — and we won’t stop now. Donate today to help fund critical litigation, advocacy, and grassroots efforts.

Where We Show Up

Every day, ACLU lawyers, advocates, volunteers, and members are on the ground in all 50 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico protecting civil rights and civil liberties.

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In the Courts 

From local courts to the Supreme Court, the ACLU protects and advances civil rights and civil liberties.

In the Courts
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Advocacy and Congress 

Join ACLU action takers who put pressure on local, state, and federal lawmakers to pass legislation that protects and advances our civil rights and civil liberties.

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In Our Communities 

Join People Power, the ACLU’s nationwide volunteer network.

In Our Communities