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.

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/

Charlotte, are you ready to vote? Voting for the 2025 Primaries happens tomorrow, September 9th. For more information on the 2025 Charlotte Primaries, finding a polling place, and candidate researching, visit the NC Voter Guide for Charlotte here: https://ncvoterguide.org/charlotte/

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

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we’re taking a deep dive into our history. You can learn more about this case here: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/FSupp/306/58/1794248/.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we wanted to take a look back at our biggest wins. You can learn more about the case here: https://www.oyez.org/cases/1966/100.

HB 318 has been passed into law over the Governor's veto and will go into effect on October 1, 2025. 🔗 Visit the link to check out our new resource guide for immigrant communities and allies. https://rebrand.ly/q3ibswe

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we wanted to take a look back at our biggest wins. You can read more about our challenge at this link: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/en/news/these-were-our-biggest-wins-north-carolina

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we wanted to take a look back at our biggest wins. https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/en/news/top-10-aclu-nc-stories-2014

Join us at Charlotte Pride! Looking for volunteers to help table at our ACLU of North Carolina booth on August 16–17. You’ll be sharing the powerful work we’re doing across the state alongside our staff, who will make sure you have everything you need. Sign up: https://rebrand.ly/hddzj7x

If you’re a skilled storyteller with a commitment to racial justice and a strong writing portfolio, we want to hear from you. Apply now- https://rebrand.ly/7ctzx8u Share with your networks!

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we wanted to take a look back at our biggest wins. You can read more about the challenge here: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/en/news/2018-review-10-victories-civil-liberties-north-carolina?

The NCGA overrode Governor Stein’s veto of HB805, the Anti-Trans/School Censorship Bill, passing the bill into law. To learn more about the impacts this law will have on transgender and nonbinary people in our state, check out our FAQ: https://aclu-nc.org/ncleg/h805faq

You can read more about these bills and find your legislators here: https://aclu-nc.org/press/veto-override

The House and Senate have adjourned for the day. We'll have a statement on the two bills that were forced into law shortly. Thank you all for following along with us today.

“Constitutional rights do not end when someone has an accent.” 🙌🏻

The Senate also voted to override the governor's veto on H805, forcing the bill into law. www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/en/legislati...

The NC House has voted to override Governor Stein's veto on H318, an anti-immigrant bill that expands local law enforcement's cooperation with ICE. The bill will now be sent to the Senate.

Both the House and the Senate are meeting today to vote on several harmful bills. If you want to follow along, both sessions will be livestreamed at this link: www.ncleg.gov/LegislativeC...

We're at the #NCGA today as both chambers take up votes to override Gov. Stein's veto on several harmful bills, including attacks on DEI, immigrants, and the LGBTQ+ community. The Senate is first in session and scheduled to take up the override votes on S153, S227, and S558.

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we wanted to take a look back at our biggest wins. Did you know that we litigated a case to end sectarian prayers at government meetings?

You can read the full press release and a copy of the letter here: aclu-nc.org/press/birkhead-letter

As we celebrate our 60th anniversary this year, we want to take a look back at our work from the past couple of years. You can read our press release regarding our lawsuit against UNC for violating students' protest rights: https://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/en/press-releases/suit-filed-against-unc

We are so grateful to everyone who attended our 60th Anniversary celebration in Asheville this weekend. And thank you to Anna Caterina (@annacaterinaphoto on Instagram) for the wonderful photos. We will remain Rooted in Resilience.

Today at 5pm! Join us for a rally to put pressure on NC lawmakers to sustain the vetos from Governor Stein! These vetoes protect immigrant families, clean energy progress, & efforts to make our state more equitable and inclusive. Take action: https://bbpnetwork.org/sustain-veto/