Under the second Trump administration, the number of local law enforcement agencies that have agreed to assist in immigration enforcement has risen drastically. https://spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/kansas-city/news/2025/11/14/kentucky-law-enforcement-agencies-agree-to-assist-ice-?cid=share_clip

We rely on our volunteers and members like you during the legislative session to tell us, and our legislators, what matters most to Kentuckians. For more information and to sign up to volunteer, scan the QR Code or visit.. ⬇️ https://www.aclu-ky.org/take-action-and-volunteer/

Join the ACLU of Kentucky and SisterSong for the 4th Annual Maternal Health Luncheon. When: November 22 · 11am - 1pm Where: University Club (200 E Brandeis Ave, Louisville, KY 40208) Tickets are free, but registration is required ⬇️ https://www.aclu-ky.org/event/4th-annual-maternal-health-luncheon/

The ACLU of Kentucky condemns the effort to federalize local law enforcement officers into immigration agents. Let your legislators know ahead of the upcoming General Assembly that this would make our communities less safe, break community trust, and politicize police work. #NotInKY

Transgender Day of Remembrance is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. We all deserve the freedom to be ourselves. https://youtu.be/LrlBse3RsvQ

This month, we honor Native American Heritage by listening, learning, and recognizing the work still ahead to ensure every community is treated with dignity and respect.

The Mobile Fortify program represents a dangerous expansion in the government's use of face recognition in American life. https://www.aclu.org/news/privacy-technology/ice-face-recognition

Join the ACLU of Kentucky and SisterSong for the 4th Annual Maternal Health Luncheon. When: November 22 · 11am - 1pm Where: University Club (200 E Brandeis Ave, Louisville, KY 40208) Tickets are free, but registration is required ⬇️ https://www.aclu-ky.org/event/4th-annual-maternal-health-luncheon/

Feels like the right time to pause, breathe, and name what this year has meant. You stood with us, pushed with us, and found moments to celebrate even in the hard work of building a more equitable KY. Thank you all for your support.

As we honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans, let's also remember that many of them continue to fight for our civil liberties. Let's follow their lead and continue pushing for the freedoms we all deserve.

RSVP by November 15th for the fourth annual Maternal Health Luncheon hosted by the ACLU of Kentucky and SisterSong. Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 Registration is free, but space is limited. Click here for your tickets: https://www.aclu-ky.org/event/4th-annual-maternal-health-luncheon/

SCOTUS declined to overturn its landmark precedent recognizing a constitutional right to same-sex marriage https://www.cnn.com/2025/11/10/politics/supreme-court-same-sex-marriage-obergefell-kim-davis

Join the ACLU of Kentucky and SisterSong on Nov. 22nd for the 4th Annual Maternal Health Luncheon, where we will connect the dots between reproductive justice, immigrant accompaniment, and reproductive freedom. Get your tickets here: https://www.aclu-ky.org/event/4th-annual-maternal-health-luncheon/

Refusing to deliver full funding for #SNAP assistance for Americans is NOT the result of a government shutdown. It’s a decision. Urge our leaders to demand that President Trump immediately - FULLY restore families’ food assistance.

NEW: We report daily the number of people being held in LMDC's main jail complex, which remains dangerously overcrowded and understaffed. Now, at our urging, we now have access to the daily numbers of people being held on 48 ICE detainers.

Congress shall make no law....

Law enforcement members across the U.S. are sifting through an LMPD database of vehicles captured by the city’s license plate reader cameras—the reason: Immigration enforcement. Full report: https://www.lpm.org/investigate/2025-11-03/louisville-police-share-data-with-national-immigration-dragnet

Join the ACLU of Kentucky & SisterSong on November 22 for the 4th Annual Maternal Health Luncheon, where we will connect the dots between reproductive justice, immigrant accompaniment, and reproductive freedom. Get your tickets here: https://www.aclu-ky.org/event/4th-annual-maternal-health-luncheon/

A government shutdown doesn’t just halt paychecks—it puts food out of reach. SNAP benefits keep millions of families fed. Tell your representatives: stop the standoff and protect our communities.

Before you opt in, be sure to read the fine print! LMPD's "Connect Louisville" public safety initiative deserves scrutiny. https://spectrumlocalnews-com.translate.goog/mo/kansas-city/news/2025/10/29/lmpd-wants-community-buy-in-to-connect-louisville-program?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en-US

We can't wait to celebrate 70 years of Fighting Back and Fighting Forward! Solidarity. Music. Purpose. Join us! There are still tickets available here: https://action.aclu.org/event/ky-70th-tix

Access to paid parental leave is a reproductive rights issue and a racial justice issue! BIPoC Kentuckians are less likely to have access to paid and unpaid time off. Take time to learn more and take action! https://takeaction.io/abb/tell-your-member-of-congress-co-sponsor-the-family-act/

Join ACLU-KY & Sistersong for the 4th Annual Maternal Health Luncheon! Network with representatives from communities and organizations who see a better future for families in Kentucky. Registration is free, but required, and space is limited! https://f.mtr.cool/zcyyarostx

Trump targeted books about race, gender & sexuality in military-based schools service members' children attend. A federal judge ruled that the books had to be returned and the curriculum had to be restored.  https://f.mtr.cool/yymirxqdva

“I think it’s a good jumping off point to continue more rule changes and more accountability. Because police want trust from the citizens, but you can’t have trust without accountability." Patrick Moore, Plaintiff https://f.mtr.cool/zeslfckibf

We are lucky to have a strong group of young journalists doing the critical work of informing our communities. We're proud to see the work you're doing Manual High School! https://manualredeye.com/102439/news/local/louisville-no-kings-protestors-gather-to-protest-president-donald-trumps- policies/#

"It's very important for things like this to still happen, and I think it shows a lot of courage to still be out here and putting this together...”