North Carolinians are demanding transparency and accountability from DHS, ICE, and CBP. Learn more: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/press-releases/over-40-charlotte-leaders-statewide-allies-support-aclu-nc-public-records-request-on-federal-immigration-crackdown-in-north-carolina/
Today, Willy Aceituno filed federal damages claims after immigration agents shattered his car window and wrongfully detained him despite his citizenship having already been confirmed.
Read the full press release here: https://rebrand.ly/aceitunodamages
Don't forget, voters are required to present an acceptable photo ID when voting. Voters without an acceptable photo ID may complete a Photo ID Exception Form at their polling place.
Check out our voting hub for more information: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/vote
We just filed the first class action lawsuit challenging unlawful warrantless immigration arrests in North Carolina amid the federal government's crackdown. Join us in calling for an end to ICE & CBP terror! https://rebrand.ly/iceout
We urge the Board of Governors to reaffirm the necessity of defending speech and academic freedom.
No need to wonder why you should vote early – we've got you covered! Share this with your friends if they aren't convinced yet.
Get all your voting info: www.acluofnc.org/vote
Are you ready to vote? Remember, you can still register to vote during ealry voting but not on Election Day! Get all your voting info: www.acluofnc.org/vote
Request your absentee ballots by 5PM today in order to vote by mail in this year's Primary election.
Click the link in our bio to get more information on how to request a ballot.
From Operation Charlotte’s Web in North Carolina to abuses nationwide, unchecked funding fuels harm and fear. Call our U.S. Senators Tillis and Budd using this link: https://act.aclu.org/a/ice-out-senate
Congress must vote on funding by the end of this week.
BREAKING: The ACLU of North Carolina and Emancipate NC filed a lawsuit today challenging a provision of HB 805 that functionally bans gender-affirming care for people who are incarcerated in NC. Read more here:
https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/acluofnc.org/press-releases/h805-lawsuit
VICTORY: A federal district court judge ordered UNC to lift campus bans for protesters involved in an encampment in spring 2024.
Read more here:
https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/press-releases/judge-orders-unc-to-list-campus-bans-for-protesters/
Check out our latest podcast episode, where our host Senior Communications Strategist Olivia Neal talks to our Senior Policy Strategist Sammy Salkin about the recent CBP occupation in Charlotte and across North Carolina.
https://pod.link/1723863934
We must refuse to allow these suppression tactics to be implemented in our elections. Read more about affected counties and campuses: https://abc11.com/post/nc-board-elections-cuts-sunday-early-voting-hours-eliminates-college-polling-sites/18399404/
People across the country are taking to the streets to demand accountability, honor Renee Good's life, and make visible the human cost of ICE's actions. Join the ACLU's Protest Safety, Know Your Rights and De-Escalation Training on Jan. 9, 8 PM - 9 PM ET. Register: https://act.aclu.org/a/aclukyr
Renee Nicole Good was killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Read Executive Director Chantal Stevens’ response to her killing and its connection to the broader immigration crackdown.
If you believe your rights were violated, complete this intake form: https://rebrand.ly/ncreport
We're looking for a new member for our board. Apply today or refer this to a friend you think would be a good fit. The deadline is 5pm, Thursday, Janurary 15.
https://acluofnorthcarolina.applytojob.com/apply/8s94iLO85f/ACLUNC-Board-Member
We will continue to protect the rights to equal treatment, privacy, freedom of expression, and a full, uncensored education for all students. You can read a full list of the provisions of H805 here: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/legislation/hb-805-anti-transschool-censorship-bill/
Know your rights when stopped, arrested, or detained by law enforcement. Read our full one-page guide for more.
Conozca sus derechos si es detenido, arrestado o retenido por las fuerzas del orden. Lea nuestra guía completa de una página para más información.
https://rebrand.ly/KYR-IR-guide25
Book bans are nothing new, but we won’t let censorship stop us. Public libraries exist to serve communities, not erase LGBTQ+ stories. If you haven’t already, check out the ACLU Banned Book Club Reading List here: https://www.aclu.org/news/free-speech/10-books-politicians-dont-want-you-to-read
Learn more and apply here: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/jobs/legal-outreach-worker/
What does freedom mean to you as others try to infringe upon your autonomy?
Can a body be free when it isn't safe?
How can you live boundlessly in a world that tries to define you?
How is freedom showing up as you care for yourself and others?
Tell us here: https://www.acluofnczines.org/submit
Apply to be on our Board! The deadline is 5pm on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
https://acluofnorthcarolina.applytojob.com/apply/8s94iLO85f/ACLUNC-Board-Member
The Future Echoes: A Zine Anthology page submission deadline closes in less than a week on December 15, 2025.
To learn more about the submission process and submit a page, visit https://www.acluofnczines.org/submit
For Giving Tuesday, we’re lifting up some of our partner organizations working toward a better North Carolina who could use your support.
https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/giving-tuesday-2025/
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can read more about the lawsuit at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/en/press-releases/supreme-court-declines-review-north-carolinas-demeaning-ultrasound-law
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can read more about our letter to officials in Winston-Salem at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/ACLUNC_AnnualReport_2015_1.pdf
Stay safe, know your rights. Join us on Tuesday, November 25 at 8pm ET. Register here: https://secure.ngpvan.com/CgHPT3EOuEmUuf5_I6bFpw2
Conozca sus derechos. Únase este martes 25 de noviembre a las 8 p. m. (ET). Regístrese aquí: https://secure.ngpvan.com/CgHPT3EOuEmUuf5_I6bFpw2
Our communities deserve transparency, fairness, and dignity. No one should have to live in fear of masked, armed agents on our streets.
Read the full story:
www.wfae.org/crime-justic...
If you’ve experienced civil rights violations related to the military or ICE presence in Charlotte, you can report it through our legal intake form.
https://rebrand.ly/ncintake
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about our efforts at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/en/press-releases/aclu-nc-applauds-decision-grant-drivers-licenses-young-immigrants
