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Stay tuned for ways you can help us this legislative session to protect and advance our rights in New Mexico...
January 23, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Stay tuned for ways you can help us this legislative session to protect and advance our rights in New Mexico...
Watch Rethinking Public Safety, a town hall that we hosted with the All Safe New Mexico coalition. This convo centered on what real public safety solutions look like in New Mexico: www.aclu-nm.org/news/rethink...
Rethinking Public Safety Town Hall - ACLU of New Mexico
The ACLU of New Mexico and the All Safe New Mexico Coalition came together on January 15 for a powerful “Rethinking Public Safety” Town Hall.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Watch Rethinking Public Safety, a town hall that we hosted with the All Safe New Mexico coalition. This convo centered on what real public safety solutions look like in New Mexico: www.aclu-nm.org/news/rethink...
ICE and other federal agents on our streets are making our communities less safe.
January 16, 2026 at 8:18 PM
ICE and other federal agents on our streets are making our communities less safe.
Join us and the All Safe New Mexico Coalition for a town hall to discuss the 2026 legislative session which begins in just a couple of weeks.
RSVP on our website: act.aclu.org/a/all-safe-n...
RSVP on our website: act.aclu.org/a/all-safe-n...
RSVP For All Safe New Mexico Town Hall on January 15th
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January 5, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Join us and the All Safe New Mexico Coalition for a town hall to discuss the 2026 legislative session which begins in just a couple of weeks.
RSVP on our website: act.aclu.org/a/all-safe-n...
RSVP on our website: act.aclu.org/a/all-safe-n...
Kids need more resources, not more prisons.
December 24, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Kids need more resources, not more prisons.
Juan Lamas Aguilar has been held at the Torrance County Detention Facility since July 10. He has now spent over 5 months separated from his family and is missing holidays, birthdays, and other precious milestones he will never get back.
Read his story: www.aclu-nm.org/news/a-new-m...
Read his story: www.aclu-nm.org/news/a-new-m...
A New Mexican Father Was Ripped Away From His Family After This New Mexico Agency Illegally Coordinated With ICE - ACLU of New Mexico
Juan Lamas Aguilar has been held at the Torrance County Detention Facility since July 10 after being detained after a probation meeting.
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December 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Juan Lamas Aguilar has been held at the Torrance County Detention Facility since July 10. He has now spent over 5 months separated from his family and is missing holidays, birthdays, and other precious milestones he will never get back.
Read his story: www.aclu-nm.org/news/a-new-m...
Read his story: www.aclu-nm.org/news/a-new-m...
Invest in people.
Not prisons.
Not prisons.
December 16, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Invest in people.
Not prisons.
Not prisons.
New Mexico lawmakers must commit to giving our communities and children the resources they need to thrive, and reject mass incarceration of our children as a viable strategy.
December 15, 2025 at 9:54 PM
New Mexico lawmakers must commit to giving our communities and children the resources they need to thrive, and reject mass incarceration of our children as a viable strategy.
This week, we issued a demand letter to Chaves County after officials placed a life-sized nativity scene on courthouse grounds.
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Chaves County Courthouse displays life-size Nativity figures
A full-size Nativity scene is on display at the top of the steps of the Chaves County Courthouse.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:34 PM
This week, we issued a demand letter to Chaves County after officials placed a life-sized nativity scene on courthouse grounds.
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TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS.
December 11, 2025 at 5:29 PM
TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS.
BREAKING—People detained by ICE describe inhumane conditions at nation’s largest immigration detention center, including sexual abuse and coercive threats of deportation
The detention camp at Fort Bliss in El Paso needs to be shut down now.
The detention camp at Fort Bliss in El Paso needs to be shut down now.
December 8, 2025 at 7:10 PM
BREAKING—People detained by ICE describe inhumane conditions at nation’s largest immigration detention center, including sexual abuse and coercive threats of deportation
The detention camp at Fort Bliss in El Paso needs to be shut down now.
The detention camp at Fort Bliss in El Paso needs to be shut down now.
Abortion is healthcare.
November 13, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Abortion is healthcare.
Despite the lingering issues at Lybrook Elementary, the parents of children there have big hopes for their children's (and the school's) future.
See the full video at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
See the full video at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
October 30, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Despite the lingering issues at Lybrook Elementary, the parents of children there have big hopes for their children's (and the school's) future.
See the full video at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
See the full video at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
Navajo Nation Vice President Richelle Montoya is calling for change at Lybrook Elementary — a school mainly serving Navajo children that has faced decades of under-resourcing.
Watch the full video with stories from parents at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
Watch the full video with stories from parents at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
October 28, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Navajo Nation Vice President Richelle Montoya is calling for change at Lybrook Elementary — a school mainly serving Navajo children that has faced decades of under-resourcing.
Watch the full video with stories from parents at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
Watch the full video with stories from parents at the link: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/lock...
We had a huge crowd at For the People 2025 this past week! The support we felt last night was immense from all corners. A special thanks to everyone who attended, our teammates who put this fantastic event together, our award recipients, and our special guest speaker, Nancy Hollander.
October 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM
We had a huge crowd at For the People 2025 this past week! The support we felt last night was immense from all corners. A special thanks to everyone who attended, our teammates who put this fantastic event together, our award recipients, and our special guest speaker, Nancy Hollander.
THANK YOU to all of our supporters who helped make our For the People 2025 event a huge success! We couldn't have done it without each of you and together, we're building a more equal New Mexico for all.
October 24, 2025 at 5:59 PM
THANK YOU to all of our supporters who helped make our For the People 2025 event a huge success! We couldn't have done it without each of you and together, we're building a more equal New Mexico for all.
Lybrook Elementary sits in the far corner of Jemez Mountain School District on Highway 550. Most children who attend the school live just across the county line in Sandoval County.
October 24, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Lybrook Elementary sits in the far corner of Jemez Mountain School District on Highway 550. Most children who attend the school live just across the county line in Sandoval County.
At a small school district in northwestern New Mexico, many Navajo parents cannot run for local school board or vote in the school district’s elections where their children go to school.
October 21, 2025 at 8:05 PM
At a small school district in northwestern New Mexico, many Navajo parents cannot run for local school board or vote in the school district’s elections where their children go to school.
BREAKING: Doña Ana County Detention Center is conducting violent and unwarranted paramilitary training operations on incarcerated people. We're representing six clients who are suing to stop this inhumane practice.
October 16, 2025 at 6:53 PM
BREAKING: Doña Ana County Detention Center is conducting violent and unwarranted paramilitary training operations on incarcerated people. We're representing six clients who are suing to stop this inhumane practice.
BREAKING: The City of Las Cruces just passed a crucial measure today that affirms and strengthens the city's commitment to protecting immigrant communities from discrimination and harassment.
This is an important act of leadership during these times of unprecedented threats to immigrant families.
This is an important act of leadership during these times of unprecedented threats to immigrant families.
October 6, 2025 at 10:46 PM
BREAKING: The City of Las Cruces just passed a crucial measure today that affirms and strengthens the city's commitment to protecting immigrant communities from discrimination and harassment.
This is an important act of leadership during these times of unprecedented threats to immigrant families.
This is an important act of leadership during these times of unprecedented threats to immigrant families.
In New Mexico, we take care of each other. That tradition is what builds strong, safe communities.
We’re grateful to the legislature & the governor for coming together to address urgent funding issues that will help New Mexicans access vital healthcare & food assistance when they need it the most.
We’re grateful to the legislature & the governor for coming together to address urgent funding issues that will help New Mexicans access vital healthcare & food assistance when they need it the most.
October 3, 2025 at 7:47 PM
In New Mexico, we take care of each other. That tradition is what builds strong, safe communities.
We’re grateful to the legislature & the governor for coming together to address urgent funding issues that will help New Mexicans access vital healthcare & food assistance when they need it the most.
We’re grateful to the legislature & the governor for coming together to address urgent funding issues that will help New Mexicans access vital healthcare & food assistance when they need it the most.
BREAKING: The New Mexico legislature just gaveled in for a special session. While this special session is largely planned to address urgent funding needs for our communities, we’re paying close attention to ensure that those decisions reflect the dignity and rights of all New Mexicans.
October 1, 2025 at 6:17 PM
BREAKING: The New Mexico legislature just gaveled in for a special session. While this special session is largely planned to address urgent funding needs for our communities, we’re paying close attention to ensure that those decisions reflect the dignity and rights of all New Mexicans.
BREAKING: A federal court has ordered the release of Paulo Cesar Gamez Lira, a 27-year-old DACA recipient and father of four, after 42 days of unlawful detention by ICE. Here’s what you need to know:
September 25, 2025 at 1:09 AM
BREAKING: A federal court has ordered the release of Paulo Cesar Gamez Lira, a 27-year-old DACA recipient and father of four, after 42 days of unlawful detention by ICE. Here’s what you need to know:
Coming up on October 23! Renowned civil rights attorney Nancy Hollander will be speaking at our For the People event in Albuquerque.
Get your tickets: action.aclu.org/event/ForThe...
Get your tickets: action.aclu.org/event/ForThe...
For the People
Join the ACLU-NM for an evening that honors bold action, brave voices, and the power of community. Hear from renowned civil rights attorney Nancy Hollander and celebrate this year’s annual award…
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September 24, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Coming up on October 23! Renowned civil rights attorney Nancy Hollander will be speaking at our For the People event in Albuquerque.
Get your tickets: action.aclu.org/event/ForThe...
Get your tickets: action.aclu.org/event/ForThe...
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NEW: We released a report exposing how U.S. prisons are failing to keep up with the rising number of aging people behind bars.
Prisons were never designed to serve as makeshift nursing homes, yet that’s exactly what they’ve become.
Prisons were never designed to serve as makeshift nursing homes, yet that’s exactly what they’ve become.
September 22, 2025 at 6:28 PM
NEW: We released a report exposing how U.S. prisons are failing to keep up with the rising number of aging people behind bars.
Prisons were never designed to serve as makeshift nursing homes, yet that’s exactly what they’ve become.
Prisons were never designed to serve as makeshift nursing homes, yet that’s exactly what they’ve become.