ACLU of North Carolina

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ACLU says Border Patrol agents violated NC mask ban, racially profiled residents U.S. Border Patrol agents have left Charlotte after a five-day operation, leaving behind a swirl of legal questions. In an interview with WFAE, the ACLU of North Carolina says agents repeatedly violat...

Our communities deserve transparency, fairness, and dignity. No one should have to live in fear of masked, armed agents on our streets.

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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

Amid growing efforts to use our troops for domestic policing and immigration enforcement, let’s honor this Veterans Day by speaking out against any attempt to turn the military into a partisan tool.

Read more:
🔗 https://rebrand.ly/defending-an-apolitical-military

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about this lawsuit here: https://www.aclu.org/news/national-security/victory-north-carolina-settles-acluamazon-privacy-case.

This Native American Heritage month we hold a spotlight on Barbara Cameron, a photographer, poet, writer, and human rights activist in the fields of lesbian/gay rights, women's rights, and Native American rights.

Join us for our ACLU-North Carolina Action Call on Thursday, 11/06, at 5 pm during which we will break down the biggest moves regarding redistricting and how you can get involved. We can't win this fight without you.

Register now: https://rebrand.ly/NCactioncall25

It's Election Day!

Today's 2025 Municipal Election includes local races that shape your community. Polls are open until 7:30 PM.

For more info on the 2025 municipal elections in North Carolina, visit the link to access local voter guides for your municipality: https://ncvoterguide.org/

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about the reform effort at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/ACLUNC_AnnualReport_2015_1.pdf

We're so grateful for the generous sponsors who have supported our 60th Anniversary Hootenanny, which will be held on November 13 at the Rickhouse in Durham. You can see the list of sponsors, buy tickets, and become a sponsor at acluofnc60.org. We can't wait to see you there!

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about our challenge at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/ACLUNC_AnnualReport_2015_1.pdf.

Read the full letter: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/app/uploads/2025/10/ACLU-Open-Letter-to-Colleges-and-Universities.pdf

Happy National Free Speech Week!
Echoes of the First Amendment reminds us that freedom of expression isn’t just history, rather it’s a promise we must protect today. From George Washington to the Supreme Court, their voices echo that free speech is a fundamental cornerstone of our democracy.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. To learn more about the challenge and others related to religious liberty, check out this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/ACLUNC_AnnualReport_2015_1.pdf.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about our work and the challenge at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/ACLUNC_AnnualReport_2015_1.pdf.

Real safety requires prioritizing mental health, not recycling broken policies. Join our work to expose a system that punishes instead of heals and help create a safer and more just state for all North Carolinians.

Support our work: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/issues/criminal-law-reform/

Only 24 hours after we filed suit, New Hanover County's "Incapable to Proceed" records were sent to us. Read more: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/press-releases/new-hanover-records-released/

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn about the case at this link: https://www.sog.unc.edu/sites/default/files/course_materials/02_Legitimation%20Proceedings%20and%20a%20Change%20in%20the%20Child%E2%80%99s%20Surname.pdf

UNC has reinstated Professor Dwayne Dixon, who was previously placed on administrative leave. Read more here: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/press-releases/unc-reinstatement/

In a violation of the First Amendment, Prof. Dixon was placed on administrative leave from UNC Chapel Hill based on alleged political associations. We're demanding they reinstate him. Read more: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/press-releases/unc-demand-letter/

Everyone deserves access to the medical care they need. Read more: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/press-releases/chambers/

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about our challenge at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/ACLUNC_AnnualReport_2015_1.pdf.

Correction: the man mentioned in the post is named Decarlos Brown, Jr.

The Senate passed HB 192 today. It will go back to the House next. We'll keep you updated and let you know how you can help protect access to sexual and reproductive health in North Carolina.

We all want to live in safe communities, but scapegoating and penalizing people with mental health concerns won’t make us any safer.

North Carolinians need real solutions to providing for the ongoing mental health needs of all residents, not punitive actions that keep people in custody longer.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. To learn more about our challenge, check out this link: https://law.justia.com/cases/north-carolina/court-of-appeals/1975/754sc90-1.html.

For more than 60 years, the ACLU of NC has fought for free speech and association while opposing government censorship in all forms.

We believe that every person has the right to speak out and dissent without fear of government retaliation.

And we will always defend that right.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about our lawsuit at this link: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/514/1152/32641/