Issues

Learn about what's happening across the most pressing civil liberties issues of our time, and what you can do.

Featured Issues

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Immigrants are welcome here

Immigrants' Rights

Everyone in America, no matter their citizenship or immigration status, has guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here.
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First Amendment

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photo with ACLU of Utah staff and volunteers at the Utah State Capitol prior to a hearing about SB 16.

LGBTQ+ Equality

Through litigation, legal advocacy, and public education, the ACLU of Utah protects the civil rights and liberties of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people.

All Issues

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National Action

At the ACLU of Utah, we focus on defending and advancing civil rights and liberties for everyone in our state. This page highlights actions from our national ACLU organization, allowing Utahns to play a vital role in the federal fight for civil rights. Together, we can protect years of hard-fought protections that are now under threat.
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Participatory Democracy & Voting Rights

Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and a fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. Through legislation, litigation, and voter education, the ACLU of Utah works to protect and expand Americans' freedom to vote, strives to keep Utah's public officials accountable, and to ensure that everyone's voice in Utah is heard.
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Prisons & Jails

Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, we are dedicated to ensuring that Utah's prisons, jails, and other places of detention comply with the Constitution, domestic law, and international human rights principles.
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Racial Justice

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Reproductive Freedom

ACLU Utah works to ensure that every person can make the best decision for themselves and their family about whether and when to have a child without undue political interference.
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Smart Justice

Prosecutorial and parole reform are the focus of the ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice in Utah. Our goals include reducing incarceration rates by 50% and combating racial disparities in the criminal justice system.
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State Advocacy

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Student & Youth Rights

In school, young people not only learn about their constitutional rights but also see firsthand how those rights may be affected by the actions of others. The ACLU of Utah is dedicated to protecting students' constitutional rights and helping them understand their rights in school.