Open Letter to College and University Presidents on Student Protests
Academic freedom and free speech are essential. Universities must protect them.
Building a more just, equitable and caring Oregon — for and by all of us.
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In Kansas, the ACLU Is Challenging Anti-Trans Laws in Court, and by Building Community
Kansas has temporarily blocked trans people from accessing gender-affirming state IDs, and we’re fighting back.
Final ‘Pregnant Workers Fairness Act’ Regulations Were Released—And It’s Great News for Women
The landmark mandate is a heartening step forward for pregnant individuals — learn more about what it entails.
Press Releases
ACLU of Oregon Statement about Protests and Civil Disobedience on Oregon Campuses
Let’s learn from history: Police bring harm, not safety, to college campus demonstrations
ACLU of Oregon files legal challenge to misleading ballot title of Portland Police Union’s Initiative Petition that seeks to repeal the voter-approved independent community board for police accountability
Today, the ACLU of Oregon filed a ballot title challenge to PDX24OL-03, an initiative petition filed by William Aitchison, the lawyer for the Portland Police Association (PPA).
Oregon State’s House leadership ends legislative session early without protecting students’ right to read and learn free from discrimination
Yesterday, the state’s House leadership – which was led by then Speaker Dan Rayfield – ended the 2024 legislative session several days early before the constitutionally required deadline of March 10, 2024...
Solutions for Safe and Just Communities
Information about Measure 110 and Solutions for Safe and Just Communities
In the legislature - 2024 session
Our state's path towards racial justice, civil rights and civil liberties will be shaped in Oregon's 2024 legislative session — from February 5 to March 10, 2024. Explore our policy priorities and take action with us!
SB 1583A: Freedom to Read
Students deserve to feel affirmed and welcome in Oregon public schools — and they should be free to read, learn and share ideas without fear of discriminatory censorship! SB 1583 would prevent book bans and other forms of censorship in Oregon public schools.
