As the leading civil rights and civil liberties organization in the Land of Lincoln, the ACLU of Illinois works constantly to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do in the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than an informed and engaged public citizenry. Knowledge is power.
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Oct 3, 2023
Show Up Against Book Bans
First Amendment Advocacy
The last two years have seen book bans come roaring back into the public consciousness.
The last two years have seen book bans come roaring back into the public consciousness.
Oct 2, 2023
We Read Banned Books: ACLU-IL Staff's Favorite Banned Books
During Banned Books Week some of the ACLU of Illinois Staff shared their favorite banned books.
During Banned Books Week some of the ACLU of Illinois Staff shared their favorite banned books.
Sep 13, 2023
End of Money Bond
Criminal Justice Reform
The Illinois Supreme Court’s recent decision upholding the constitutionality of the Pretrial Fairness Act cleared the way for Illinois to become the first state to completely abolish the use of monetary...
The Illinois Supreme Court’s recent decision upholding the constitutionality of the Pretrial Fairness Act cleared the way for Illinois to become the first state to completely abolish the use of monetary...
May 31, 2023
Sex Ed for All
It is up to the youth of today to advocate for comprehensive sex education in all schools, so that both themselves and the youth of tomorrow can make informed decisions about their health and well-being....
It is up to the youth of today to advocate for comprehensive sex education in all schools, so that both themselves and the youth of tomorrow can make informed decisions about their health and well-being....
May 4, 2023
Public Comment in Opposition to Danville's "Sanctuary City for the Unborn" Ordinance
Women's and Reproductive Rights
Senior Supervising Attorney, Chaundre White spoke out at the Danville City Council meeting in opposition to this unlawful ordinance.
Senior Supervising Attorney, Chaundre White spoke out at the Danville City Council meeting in opposition to this unlawful ordinance.
Mar 8, 2023
How The Local Elected Offices On Your 2023 Ballot Impact Civil Liberties
Voting Rights
Local elections are important in the fight to protect basic rights and civil liberties. There are many important races on the ballot in the 2023 Consolidated Election which impact your rights and civil...
Local elections are important in the fight to protect basic rights and civil liberties. There are many important races on the ballot in the 2023 Consolidated Election which impact your rights and civil...