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We honor the legacy of the tribes that inhabited our state long before it was Georgia, for their resilience and resistance. Everyday, let’s champion Indigenous justice.
November 18, 2025 at 2:26 PM
We honor the legacy of the tribes that inhabited our state long before it was Georgia, for their resilience and resistance. Everyday, let’s champion Indigenous justice.
The mural is more than decoration. For its creator, a Gwinnett County high school student, it represents a vision of inclusivity shaped by lessons from an advocacy boot camp in Washington D.C. https://bit.ly/43uUlbQ
How a Gwinnett Student’s Mural Raised Disability Awareness - ACLU of Georgia
The ACLU National Advocacy Institute in Washington, D.C. brings students face-to-face with lawyers and activists who protect civil rights. A high school student found one workshop on the history of di...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:46 PM
The mural is more than decoration. For its creator, a Gwinnett County high school student, it represents a vision of inclusivity shaped by lessons from an advocacy boot camp in Washington D.C. https://bit.ly/43uUlbQ
The Supreme Court has allowed enforcement of an anti-trans passport policy. The ruling leaves trans Americans who updated their passports in limbo, unsure if they will be forced to revert to their assigned sex. https://bit.ly/4oZtz3I
No one should be denied self-determination over their identity.
No one should be denied self-determination over their identity.
November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Supreme Court has allowed enforcement of an anti-trans passport policy. The ruling leaves trans Americans who updated their passports in limbo, unsure if they will be forced to revert to their assigned sex. https://bit.ly/4oZtz3I
No one should be denied self-determination over their identity.
No one should be denied self-determination over their identity.
Calling all high school, undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students: we have spots open in community development, communications, policy, and more! Apply today: https://bit.ly/3JhbMG7
November 13, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Calling all high school, undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students: we have spots open in community development, communications, policy, and more! Apply today: https://bit.ly/3JhbMG7
A majority of voters across the political spectrum understand the First Amendment protects our right to protest, whether President Trump likes it or not.
November 12, 2025 at 4:24 PM
A majority of voters across the political spectrum understand the First Amendment protects our right to protest, whether President Trump likes it or not.
We're seeking Legislative Fellows for the 2026 legislative session. People who live and breathe policy, who are curious about how laws are made, and how they impact communities. More info/apply: https://bit.ly/4nwlZw9
November 10, 2025 at 3:54 PM
We're seeking Legislative Fellows for the 2026 legislative session. People who live and breathe policy, who are curious about how laws are made, and how they impact communities. More info/apply: https://bit.ly/4nwlZw9
The ACLU of Georgia is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2026 term! We expect a high number of applicants so if you want to make a difference in Georgia, apply now! https://bit.ly/3JhbMG7
November 7, 2025 at 6:59 PM
The ACLU of Georgia is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2026 term! We expect a high number of applicants so if you want to make a difference in Georgia, apply now! https://bit.ly/3JhbMG7
American voters agree: the Trump administration’s actions endanger our right to free speech.
November 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM
American voters agree: the Trump administration’s actions endanger our right to free speech.
We’re expanding our volunteer pool of legal observers to protect First Amendment rights at protests, rallies, and demonstrations across Georgia. Join our next virtual training. No legal background required. Sign up: bit.ly/4ovZw4g
November 5, 2025 at 7:37 PM
We’re expanding our volunteer pool of legal observers to protect First Amendment rights at protests, rallies, and demonstrations across Georgia. Join our next virtual training. No legal background required. Sign up: bit.ly/4ovZw4g
It's Election Day! Find your polling place at mvp.sos.ga.gov, grab your photo ID, and go vote!
Before you head out, see the candidates' stances on city issues: acluga.org/2025-atlanta-city-council-candidate-questionnaire
Before you head out, see the candidates' stances on city issues: acluga.org/2025-atlanta-city-council-candidate-questionnaire
November 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
It's Election Day! Find your polling place at mvp.sos.ga.gov, grab your photo ID, and go vote!
Before you head out, see the candidates' stances on city issues: acluga.org/2025-atlanta-city-council-candidate-questionnaire
Before you head out, see the candidates' stances on city issues: acluga.org/2025-atlanta-city-council-candidate-questionnaire
Tomorrow is Election Day. Learn more about your rights as it relates to law enforcement and voting. www.aclu.org/know-your-ri...
Federal Agents at the Polls
Every eligible citizen has the right to cast a ballot freely, fairly, and accessibly — without fear of deception or intimidation.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Tomorrow is Election Day. Learn more about your rights as it relates to law enforcement and voting. www.aclu.org/know-your-ri...
Where do Atlanta Council candidates stand on immigration enforcement and other key issues? Their responses on free speech, incarceration, and more: https://www.acluga.org/2025-atlanta-city-council-candidate-questionnaire/
The 15 elected candidates will shape policies w/ major impacts. Go vote!
The 15 elected candidates will shape policies w/ major impacts. Go vote!
November 3, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Where do Atlanta Council candidates stand on immigration enforcement and other key issues? Their responses on free speech, incarceration, and more: https://www.acluga.org/2025-atlanta-city-council-candidate-questionnaire/
The 15 elected candidates will shape policies w/ major impacts. Go vote!
The 15 elected candidates will shape policies w/ major impacts. Go vote!
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BREAKING: A federal court ruled that the FDA's unnecessary restrictions on medication abortion are unlawful and must be reconsidered.
This decision reaffirms that our access to safe and essential medicines should be dictated by science, not politics.
This decision reaffirms that our access to safe and essential medicines should be dictated by science, not politics.
October 30, 2025 at 8:17 PM
BREAKING: A federal court ruled that the FDA's unnecessary restrictions on medication abortion are unlawful and must be reconsidered.
This decision reaffirms that our access to safe and essential medicines should be dictated by science, not politics.
This decision reaffirms that our access to safe and essential medicines should be dictated by science, not politics.
It's the last day to early vote! City of Atlanta mayoral, city council, municipal court judge, and Atlanta Board of Education seats are on the ballot.
October 31, 2025 at 12:08 PM
It's the last day to early vote! City of Atlanta mayoral, city council, municipal court judge, and Atlanta Board of Education seats are on the ballot.
1.3 million Georgians with disabilities face barriers to vote.
https://bit.ly/47HOMct
“Accessibility shouldn’t be optional or conditional — it must be treated as a mandatory policy.” – Rachel Glover, Voter Access Project associate director, ACLU GA
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“Accessibility shouldn’t be optional or conditional — it must be treated as a mandatory policy.” – Rachel Glover, Voter Access Project associate director, ACLU GA
October 30, 2025 at 6:49 PM
1.3 million Georgians with disabilities face barriers to vote.
https://bit.ly/47HOMct
“Accessibility shouldn’t be optional or conditional — it must be treated as a mandatory policy.” – Rachel Glover, Voter Access Project associate director, ACLU GA
https://bit.ly/47HOMct
“Accessibility shouldn’t be optional or conditional — it must be treated as a mandatory policy.” – Rachel Glover, Voter Access Project associate director, ACLU GA
Wherever we fall on the political spectrum, we can all agree: our right to free speech is one of our most treasured values.
October 30, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Wherever we fall on the political spectrum, we can all agree: our right to free speech is one of our most treasured values.
Too many people awaiting trial languish in Georgia’s jails, and Clayton County is no exception. We sent a letter to the county's sheriff urging him to address deplorable conditions at the local jail. https://bit.ly/3LxOzQq
October 29, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Too many people awaiting trial languish in Georgia’s jails, and Clayton County is no exception. We sent a letter to the county's sheriff urging him to address deplorable conditions at the local jail. https://bit.ly/3LxOzQq
Atlanta City Council has real power to shape local justice. Learn where the candidates stand on mass incarceration and other issues. Make an informed choice at the polls during early voting through Oct. 30, or Election Day, Nov. 4.
Candidate questionnaire: https://bit.ly/4hdthDt
Candidate questionnaire: https://bit.ly/4hdthDt
October 29, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Atlanta City Council has real power to shape local justice. Learn where the candidates stand on mass incarceration and other issues. Make an informed choice at the polls during early voting through Oct. 30, or Election Day, Nov. 4.
Candidate questionnaire: https://bit.ly/4hdthDt
Candidate questionnaire: https://bit.ly/4hdthDt
We joined a public forum with candidates for the upcoming municipal elections on Nov. 4. Candidates discussed housing, social services, and more. Watch here: https://bit.ly/4qvvheL
Thank you to the sponsors, advocacy partners, community members, and candidates who attended. Make a plan and vote!
Thank you to the sponsors, advocacy partners, community members, and candidates who attended. Make a plan and vote!
October 28, 2025 at 6:32 PM
We joined a public forum with candidates for the upcoming municipal elections on Nov. 4. Candidates discussed housing, social services, and more. Watch here: https://bit.ly/4qvvheL
Thank you to the sponsors, advocacy partners, community members, and candidates who attended. Make a plan and vote!
Thank you to the sponsors, advocacy partners, community members, and candidates who attended. Make a plan and vote!
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BREAKING: We're suing North Carolina over its congressional map that disenfranchises Black voters in the state.
The newly passed map shifts thousands of Black voters out of their communities of representation.
The newly passed map shifts thousands of Black voters out of their communities of representation.
October 28, 2025 at 2:39 PM
BREAKING: We're suing North Carolina over its congressional map that disenfranchises Black voters in the state.
The newly passed map shifts thousands of Black voters out of their communities of representation.
The newly passed map shifts thousands of Black voters out of their communities of representation.
Watch the Atlanta City Council Candidates Forum: https://bit.ly/43tVu3m
Tune in to hear from candidates for APS School Board At-large and District 8, and Atlanta City Council President, Post 1 At-large, and District 2.
Tune in to hear from candidates for APS School Board At-large and District 8, and Atlanta City Council President, Post 1 At-large, and District 2.
WATCH: Candidate forum for Atlanta municipal elections
Early voting ends this week ahead of Nov. 4 elections.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Watch the Atlanta City Council Candidates Forum: https://bit.ly/43tVu3m
Tune in to hear from candidates for APS School Board At-large and District 8, and Atlanta City Council President, Post 1 At-large, and District 2.
Tune in to hear from candidates for APS School Board At-large and District 8, and Atlanta City Council President, Post 1 At-large, and District 2.
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Mario Guevara's deportation signals a dangerous precedent for press freedom. ICE detained him for over 100 days for live-streaming law enforcement, despite the fact that he was permitted to work in the U.S.
Hear more on the newest episode of At Liberty.
Hear more on the newest episode of At Liberty.
The Journalist Who Spent More Than 100 Days in ICE Detention | American Civil Liberties Union
Emmy Award-winning journalist Mario Guevara was covering a protest near Atlanta when local law enforcement arrested him. Then, ICE detained him.
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October 25, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Mario Guevara's deportation signals a dangerous precedent for press freedom. ICE detained him for over 100 days for live-streaming law enforcement, despite the fact that he was permitted to work in the U.S.
Hear more on the newest episode of At Liberty.
Hear more on the newest episode of At Liberty.
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"One detained woman, identified as Marie, said officials did not believe her when she informed them of her pregnancy, and held her in solitary confinement for at least three days."
No one should be treated like this. ICE must release all pregnant people in their custody, immediately.
No one should be treated like this. ICE must release all pregnant people in their custody, immediately.
Pregnant women report medical neglect in ICE detention, rights groups say
Women report miscarriages, delayed care, being shackled and being held in solitary confinement, letter says
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October 26, 2025 at 8:14 PM
"One detained woman, identified as Marie, said officials did not believe her when she informed them of her pregnancy, and held her in solitary confinement for at least three days."
No one should be treated like this. ICE must release all pregnant people in their custody, immediately.
No one should be treated like this. ICE must release all pregnant people in their custody, immediately.
As LBGTQ+ History Month nears its end, read about author Nico Lang's perspective on resisting book bans and sharing stories from the trans community. https://bit.ly/4o0NNKb
October 27, 2025 at 4:52 PM
As LBGTQ+ History Month nears its end, read about author Nico Lang's perspective on resisting book bans and sharing stories from the trans community. https://bit.ly/4o0NNKb
Join us for the Atlanta Candidates Forum on Monday! Hear from candidates for APS School Board At-large and District 8, Atlanta City Council President, and more.
Get ready for the polls. 🗳️ It’s open to all ages and there’s free parking, so bring the family. RSVP asap: https://bit.ly/47mbV31
Get ready for the polls. 🗳️ It’s open to all ages and there’s free parking, so bring the family. RSVP asap: https://bit.ly/47mbV31
October 26, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Join us for the Atlanta Candidates Forum on Monday! Hear from candidates for APS School Board At-large and District 8, Atlanta City Council President, and more.
Get ready for the polls. 🗳️ It’s open to all ages and there’s free parking, so bring the family. RSVP asap: https://bit.ly/47mbV31
Get ready for the polls. 🗳️ It’s open to all ages and there’s free parking, so bring the family. RSVP asap: https://bit.ly/47mbV31