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The ACLU of Utah defends your civil rights and liberties—in the courts, at the Capitol, and with the people.

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Community and Member Block Party (2025)

The annual ACLU of Utah Community & Members Block Party is a joyful, high-energy event celebrating civil rights, liberties, and the power of community. While the work ahead is serious, building community and finding joy are essential. RSVP Today!
Jul 31, 2025 | 5:30 PM
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Birthright Citizenship, Explained

In January, Trump signed an executive order intended to end birthright citizenship. We break down why that’s clearly unconstitutional.
Know Your Rights
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What To Do When Interacting with ICE

Everyone in America, no matter their citizenship or immigration status, has guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn about your rights when interacting with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and how to express them.
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Staff Attorney

The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah seeks to hire a passionate Staff Attorney to join our team. This position will engage in legal advocacy to further ACLU of Utah's priorities in state and federal courts and participate in policy advocacy as part of integrated organizational campaigns. The Staff Attorney is critical in supporting the legal department’s work with our communications, policy, and campaigns colleagues. As such, an ideal candidate for this position will have experience providing legal guidance to non-attorneys in coalitions or other collaborative settings.
Location Salt Lake City
Department: Legal

Press Releases

Jun 18, 2025

Supreme Court of the United States Ruling Undermines Protections for Transgender Youth

The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah Foundation, Inc. (ACLU of Utah) responds to Supreme Court Ruling in U.S. v. Skrmetti.

Apr 24, 2025

Settlement Extension Ensures Voting Access For San Juan County Voters Through 2028

We're proud of the extension of our settlement agreement with San Juan County, Utah, initially reached following a lawsuit filed in 2016. This settlement protects the rights of Navajo voters by requiring the County to provide in-person voting and accessible election information in Navajo (Diné

Apr 18, 2025

Lawsuit Challenges Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for Violating Rights of International Students in Utah

The ACLU of Utah argues that DHS violated the students’ Fifth Amendment due process rights.

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Join our growing network of volunteers ready to mobilize when it matters most. Whether you’re helping at events, sharing your skills, or showing up for urgent action, we’ll reach out with ways you can make a difference.

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