ACLU of New Mexico

Every New Mexican deserves that same security. We look forward to continued commitment from the legislature in addressing public safety with real solutions.

In the safest communities, no one has to worry about how they’ll put food on their table or whether they can afford to get the healthcare they need, including behavioral healthcare.

In New Mexico, we take care of each other. That tradition is what builds strong, safe communities.

We’re grateful to the legislature & the governor for coming together to address urgent funding issues that will help New Mexicans access vital healthcare & food assistance when they need it the most.

BREAKING: The New Mexico legislature just gaveled in for a special session. While this special session is largely planned to address urgent funding needs for our communities, we’re paying close attention to ensure that those decisions reflect the dignity and rights of all New Mexicans.

Today's victory belongs not just to Paulo and his family, but to all Dreamers who deserve to live without fear in the only country they've ever called home.

This case shows that the government absolutely should stop detaining DACA recepients, period.

Gamez Lira, who has lived in the U.S. since infancy, was separated from his wife and four children, including an infant with serious medical needs. Today’s ruling reunites Paulo with his family.

A federal judge ordered Paulo’s immediate release after a habeas petition from @ACLUNM and Singleton Schreiber LLP. The government declined to oppose, effectively acknowledging his detention was unlawful.

BREAKING: A federal court has ordered the release of Paulo Cesar Gamez Lira, a 27-year-old DACA recipient and father of four, after 42 days of unlawful detention by ICE. Here’s what you need to know:

Nancy Hollander is an internationally recognized criminal defense attorney known for her decades-long work defending clients in complex national security cases, including securing Chelsea Manning’s release and representing Guantanamo detainees.

For the People Join the ACLU-NM for an evening that honors bold action, brave voices, and the power of community. Hear from renowned civil rights attorney Nancy Hollander and celebrate this year’s annual award…

Coming up on October 23! Renowned civil rights attorney Nancy Hollander will be speaking at our For the People event in Albuquerque.

Get your tickets: action.aclu.org/event/ForThe...

NEW: We released a report exposing how U.S. prisons are failing to keep up with the rising number of aging people behind bars.

Prisons were never designed to serve as makeshift nursing homes, yet that’s exactly what they’ve become.

The First Amendment guarantees the most fundamental freedoms that define our nation.

In America, all people have the right to free speech and the freedom to stand up for what they believe in.

A 70-year-old woman was arrested for peacefully protesting a gun show—on a public sidewalk. She spent 3 days in jail, was denied meds, and threatened by guards. Her charges were dropped. Now she’s suing.

Hear Jill’s story in her own words.

Jill Gatwood, a 70-year-old woman, was peacefully protesting outside a gun show in Moriarty when she was unlawfully arrested by police and detained at the Torrance County Detention Facility for days. We're representing her in court.

Read the press release:
www.aclu-nm.org/en/press-rel...

Policy Advocate The policy advocate protects and advances civil liberties by developing and implementing advocacy strategies on a local, state, and federal level.

🔔 Job opening: policy advocate

This position is a full-time role based anywhere in New Mexico. Apply by October 2. Apply at the link below!

www.aclu-nm.org/en/jobs/poli...

Tell Congress: No Life Sentences for Immigration Congress is poised to vote on a bill that would further dehumanize immigrants, fuel mass incarceration, and lead to even more government-led attacks, raids, and violence. Urge your representatives to…

Congress is about to vote on a bill that would impose extreme prison sentences not for violent conduct, but because of how they tried to enter the U.S.

Tell Congress: VOTE NO on life sentences for immigrants.
action.aclu.org/send-message...

Donate to ACLU-NM Mural Project: Claiming Space through Art, organized by Dukes Up The ACLU of New Mexico fights every day to protect our rights—defending rep… Dukes Up needs your support for ACLU-NM Mural Project: Claiming Space through Art

Chip in today and help us transform a blank wall into a lasting beacon of courage and connection for everyone!

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Donate to ACLU-NM Mural Project: Claiming Space through Art, organized by Dukes Up The ACLU of New Mexico fights every day to protect our rights—defending rep… Dukes Up needs your support for ACLU-NM Mural Project: Claiming Space through Art

That's why we’re partnering with the Kennedy Law Firm, Dukes Up and renowned New Mexico artist Jodie Herrera to create a mural in Albuquerque which will reflect justice, resilience, and community—a visual statement that claims space, signals solidarity, and reminds everyone that we belong here.

Donate to ACLU-NM Mural Project: Claiming Space through Art, organized by Dukes Up The ACLU of New Mexico fights every day to protect our rights—defending rep… Dukes Up needs your support for ACLU-NM Mural Project: Claiming Space through Art

If we want an America that is built for all of us, we have to find unique ways to make powerful statements in our communities.

BREAKING: We're challenging the unlawful detention of a DACA recipient from the El Paso area who is detained at the Otero County Processing Center.

He was detained by men who did not identify themselves, who roughly pulled him from his car, and injured his shoulder.

No more sanitized tours, no more publicity stunts—New Mexico needs to end public contracts for immigration detention facilities once and for all by passing the Immigrant Safety Act.

The Trump administration’s plan to convert Fort Bliss into the nation’s largest immigrant detention center is a direct attack on our values of compassion and human dignity. The ACLU is calling on Congress to stop the misuse of military resources for this cruel and unnecessary expansion.

BREAKING: The Trump administration has started detaining people in tents at Fort Bliss, an army base in Texas and New Mexico.

This facility is on track to be the nation’s largest immigrant detention center holding up to 5,000 people, and will cost an estimated $1.26 billion of taxpayers’ money.

Beyond the Concrete Box: Human Stories from Solitary This blog is the first of a series based on interviews with Mah-konce Hudson, GuJuan Fusilier, and O'Shay Toney, who are currently held in the Penitentiary of New Mexico.

Solitary confinement units are deliberately designed to strip every bit of humanity from people confined there.

Read more about why we filed a class action lawsuit against the New Mexico Corrections Department: www.aclu-nm.org/en/news/beyo...

President Trump is trying to use the National Guard and active-duty military troops to help him carry out his cruel mass deportation campaign.

Tell Congress at the link in our bio: Stop the misuse of our military.

New Mexico should follow the guidance of medical and policy experts, not rely on fear-based, punishment-first approaches.

Addiction is a health issue, not a moral failing. Support, not separation, leads to better outcomes for both parents and children.

OPINION: Governor's order will cause mothers to avoid care “I took three long weeks to make that first appointment. Each day was a brutal wrestling match. The meth still had its grip, whispering doubts, telling me I wasn’t worth

Family separation is not a solution to addiction.
What families need is compassion, access to treatment, and a real chance at recovery.

www.abqjournal.com/opinion/arti...

Things we believe in:

📢 Free speech
🇺🇸 Immigrants are welcome here
💫 Dismantling systems that criminalize poverty
💃 Bodily autonomy
🌶️ Chile with flavor
🟰 Equality for all

New Mexico Community & Health Information Safety & Privacy Act New Mexicans deserve transparency, security, and control over their private information. HB 587 puts power back in your hands.

New Mexicans deserve transparency, security, and control over their private information.

Learn More: nmchispa.org

We shouldn’t have to live in fear of masked, unidentifiable agents on our streets.

Tell Congress to pass the VISIBLE Act: action.aclu.org/send-message...