ACLU of the District of Columbia

Understanding your rights can help you stay calm and advocate for yourself if approached by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or police. 🧵

When our constitutional right to speak out and protest is violated, the fight for accountability doesn't end in the streets. We continue it in the courts. Explore the timeline of the ACLU-D.C.'s 65 years defending civil liberties and civil rights in D.C.: acludc.org/65-years-of-de…

This month, 3 people have died because of ICE. Three families mourning the brutal loss of a loved one. This is what happens when federal agents are told they can act with impunity and violence. It puts all of our rights —and safety— in danger. We need federal accountability now.

What happens when fear overpowers facts? Join us for the final screening in our Blacklisted summer film series, Three Brave Men, based on the true story of Maryland native Abraham Chasanow, a government employee accused of communist ties. Get tickets: acludc.org/event/blacklis…

Know this: you have guaranteed rights regardless of your immigration status. Learn more about your immigration rights in D.C.: acludc.org/immigrants-rig…

Protecting our fundamental freedoms is a win worth celebrating! On 7 Questions, Joe Fuld talks with ACLU-D.C. executive director Monica Hopkins about defending democracy, safeguarding our rights, and uplifting moments of joy to sustain the work. Listen: how-to-win-a-campaign.simplecast.com/episodes/7-que…

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Take a look back on 65 years of defending protestors' rights in D.C. with ACLLU-D.C. senior counsel Art Spitzer. Listen to the full episode, where Art and ACLU-D.C. executive director Monica Hopkins discuss the power of protest to protect democracy: acludc.org/podcast/the-po…

Can the government punish you for mocking it? D.C. police tried to punish ACLU-D.C. client Sam O'Hara by arresting him for recording National Guard members patrolling D.C., while playing The Imperial March from Star Wars. Hear what happened next: acludc.org/podcast/satire…

Disability laws are an important tool for building a more just and free D.C. for all. Swipe to learn what you need to know about disability rights in the District. Have your disability rights been violated? Read more: acludc.org/news/4-facts-y…

Without statehood D.C. residents don’t have voting representation in Congress and need to get Congressional approval to pass local laws. We deserve to govern ourselves like any other state and city. Tell your members of Congress to support D.C. statehood: dcstatehoodnow.org

Don’t miss the final screening in our Blacklisted summer film series! Come for a politically thrilling film based on true local events and stay for a talkback with ACLU-D.C. legal director Scott Michelman and CJM's Sarah Leavitt. Get your tickets today: acludc.org/event/blacklis…

We're hiring a Deputy Legal Director! What you'll do: Advise and assist the Legal Director in supervising and strengthening the legal department, and more. 📍 Washington, D.C. (hybrid) 💰 $130,000 – 148,000 🏖️ Competitive benefits package Apply today: acludc.org/jobs/

Protesting is democracy in action. So when those in power abuse their authority to chill protest, democracy is weakened, government accountability goes away and public trust in the government erodes. Just ask D.C. resident Sam O'Hara. Listen now: acludc.org/podcast/

Without statehood, Congress has the power to interfere with access to abortion care in D.C. by vetoing any law passed by and rejecting any budget proposed by our local government. We need your help. Tell your members of Congress to support D.C. statehood: dcstatehoodnow.org

There's four days left to apply to the Legal Fellow Sponsorship program with ACLU-D.C.! Past legal fellows have been able to develop their own cases and serve as lead counsel, conduct Know Your Rights trainings, argue in court, and more. Apply today: acludc.org/jobs/

No matter what, the safety of you and your community comes first. Knowing your rights is one important way to stay prepared. Learn your rights when interacting with ICE agents in the DMV area: acludc.org/know-your-righ…

Any interaction with immigration agents can be nerve-racking. If you or someone you love is arrested by ICE, knowing your rights can help you make safe and informed decisions during a stressful situation.

Learn more about your rights when encountering ICE agents in the DMV: acludc.org/know-your-righ…

If you're stopped by ICE, knowing your rights can help you respond with confidence and make safe, informed decisions. Every member of our communities deserves access to accurate information. Keep this info accessible and share it with your friends and family across the DMV area.

The recent budget passed by the D.C. Council expands capacity to incarcerate more young people instead of investing in preventive measures. But research has shown that the best way to support young people is to provide resources, not more punishment. acludc.org/news/three-rea…