News & Commentary

In a sweeping rebuke, a court ruled that NIH’s actions targeting research involving "disfavored" topics and populations were unlawful, arbitrary, and capricious, and therefore void. Ibis Reproductive Health reflects on the harm done — and why this research matters.

Domestic violence survivors deserve better than what the carceral system has to offer them.

This Mother’s Day, let’s not forget incarcerated women, and let’s get them home to their families.

The landmark mandate is a heartening step forward for pregnant individuals — learn more about what it entails.

Here is a look at how we are challenging discriminatory gender policies nationwide

For over 50 years, the ACLU’s Women’s Rights Project has been at the forefront of the fight for gender justice.

We’re demanding change by filing a complaint with the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights.

Women attorneys shared concerns about pay inequity and retaliation at the Office of Public Defense Services (OPDS). The ACLU of Oregon asked for an investigation. OPDS has started an investigation by an outside investigator. We encourage everyone with information to participate in the investigation.

The ACLU of Oregon heard from multiple women defense attorneys who experienced retaliation and pay inequity at the Office of Public Defense Services (OPDS). OPDS is responsible for ensuring the constitutional right to public defense for Oregonians who cannot afford it. It is extremely concerning that women attorneys who are versed in the law and vigorous advocates for their clients are expressing significant levels of fear about sharing their concerns about OPDS. We are calling for an immediate investigation. Read our letter to the Public Defense Services Commission (PDSC) below.