The time is now. We must remind the Governor of his authority and obligation to set clear guardrails that will protect and serve the people of Connecticut with a strong executive order. Call the Governor TODAY ▶️ www.acluct.org/lamont-national-guard-eo

A statewide coalition is urging Gov. Lamont to issue an executive order to ensure the CT National Guard, while under his command, is not used for domestic law enforcement activities that undermine our values. ➡️https://www.acluct.org/press-releases/coalition-urges-gov-protect-ct-national-guard/

Friends, we would not be able to do this work without you, and we certainly would not want to. Join the resistance by becoming a member today. ➡️ https://www.acluct.org/donate/

Here a few simple ways to honor indigenous peoples today.

Let us be clear: a world without trans people has never existed and it never will. And we will always stand with our trans and nonbinary friends, families, neighbors, and loved ones. 🏳️‍⚧️🤍

Will we be seeing you later today? 👀 www.acluct.org/event/novemb...

Join us TOMORROW to discuss what the National Guard is and what their role entails before exploring the power that we the people have when considering National Guard deployment around the nation. 🗓️ Wednesday, Nov. 19th ⏰ 5:30 - 6:30 pm ET 💻 Zoom link available upon RSVP

Planned Parenthood health centers play an irreplaceable role in our health care system. Urge Governor Lamont and state legislators to commit to funding during Special Session and protect patients’ access to care at PPSNE with the link below. www.weareplannedparenthoodaction.org/a/protect-pl...

“Every person in CT deserves to move freely without being tracked, profiled, or exposed to government overreach,” said Chelsea-Infinity Gonzalez, Public Policy and Advocacy Director of the ACLU of CT. https://www.acluct.org/press-releases/automatic-license-plate-readers-moratorium/

President Trump wants to drive trans people out of public life, but we will always be true to ourselves—not who he wants us to be.

It’s working. The power building that this movement has done is beginning to take effect. Let’s keep pushing 💪

Did you know the early voting period is still open? The polls are open from 8am to 8pm today and Oct. 30. Every other day until Nov. 2, the polls are open from 10am to 6pm. Don't get spooked, go vote 🎃 🗳️

We will continue to disrupt, defy, and resist—and we will do it together.

We need CT's elected officials to deliver real protections, and it is on us to demand that our state's elected officials take every possible step to protect our immigrant communities. Send a message to Gov. Lamont and state legislative leadership now at https://www.acluct.org/actions/ 💪

From Stamford to New Haven to Hartford, and all across the state, you all showed up and showed out to take a stand against the Trump administration’s abuses of power. We the people have the power—now what will you do next?

“Both the Attorney General’s office and the Department of Correction have fought hard to keep this video hidden from the people of CT. But transparency is not optional when a person is harmed behind prison walls." Read the full press release using the link below 🔗 ⬇️

Yesterday, ICE raided a car wash in Hamden, targeting and detaining several people. This disruption was an unacceptable act of cruelty and recklessness. All people in Connecticut deserve to move through our communities knowing that they can do safely and with dignity.

What are you doing this Friday at 7pm? 👀

Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day is an effort to tell the truth about our country's history. We invite you to do more than celebrate today, and everyday—learn, act, engage, and support your local Indigenous communities.

Join us on Friday, Oct. 17th to hear from GLAD Law Attorney Jennifer Levi on The State of Transgender Rights Immanuel Congregational Church in Hartford, CT. All are welcome! Find more details for the event below⬇️ 🔗: www.acluct.org/event/state-...

Let’s be clear: none of this normal. But it doesn’t have to be—and cannot be—permanent. Together, we must collectively act and organize to slow, shut down, and reverse the country's march towards autocracy under the Trump administration. 🔗: www.acluct.org/news/reversi...

Join our team! We are seeking a Communications Director to plan, supervise, and execute the affiliate's communications strategies. Learn more about this full-time position here: https://www.acluct.org/jobs/communications-director-2025/

Read more about your rights when interacting with military troops or federal agents at aclu.org/deployment_kyr

It’s Banned Books Week! To celebrate, we’re heading to our local libraries to pick up another banned book. Got any recommendations? Drop your favorites below📚

“It’s been a long time coming — the erasures were supposed to happen more than two years ago.” 🔗: ctmirror.org/2025/10/02/c...

ICYMI: “That should raise everybody’s alarm bells,” said Dan Barrett, legal director. 🔗: yaledailynews.com/blog/2025/09...

At a moment when the government is using every tool at its disposal to push ideological conformity, we’re here to remind you that the First Amendment protects our right to free speech, belief, and association.

No matter what uniform they wear, federal agents and military troops on our streets are bound by the Constitution. For more information, go to aclu.org/deployment_kyr.

“Peacefully holding a protest sign on a sidewalk is as fundamental as it gets. If the government can shut that down, then none of our freedoms are safe. No one is going to save our democracy but us — it’s our responsibility to protect it.” Read the full press release: www.acluct.org/press-releas...

Have you submitted your art yet? 👀 form.jotform.com/CTSCOOPS/Rou...

You have the right to be yourself at your public school, no matter what lawmakers say.

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...

During a time of great challenge, we want to uplift the joy and resilience in our resistance. We want to hear from you all! We welcome all mediums and voices. Submit your art using the link below🔗 form.jotform.com/CTSCOOPS/Rou...

Marriage equality is still the law of the land in the United States and in Connecticut. We won't go back.

When we won marriage equality at the Supreme Court in 2015, it was the culmination of decades of advocacy from the queer community. Families across the country have built their lives around the landmark ruling that affirmed our freedom to marry — and we’ll defend that right no matter what.

Join us for another segment of our new four part training series Organizing to Protect Democracy where we’ll give you the tools you need to join the fight for civil liberties in your community and take meaningful action. RSVP today to join us this Thursday, August 7! act.aclu.org/a/ppseriestr...

We’ll continue to protect the right to protest - because our democracy depends on it. Keep speaking out. We’ve got your back. www.acluct.org/know-your-rights

While Rümeysa's story is harrowing, she hopes it can inspire people to create change. Here's how.

In the 2025 legislative session, the ACLU of CT... 🏛️ Engaged with more than 50 partner orgs in more than 8 coalitions 📝 Submitted more than 100 testimonies in 16 legislative committees 🗣️ Helped more than 800 advocates engage with legislators Find the full recap here: www.acluct.org/news/reflect...

And we’re live! Come join us as we break down the decisions and implications of two major LGBTQIA+ cases: U.S. v. Skrmetti and Orr v. Trump. www.youtube.com/live/Sprr0L3...

The ACLU is launching a new four-part training series that will give you the tools you need to join the fight for civil liberties in your community and take meaningful action. The first session is TODAY, July 8th at 8pm ET. RSVP today💪 act.aclu.org/a/pplpowerpo...

Have you RSVP’d yet? Join us this Wednesday, July 9th at 6:00pm. us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Join the ACLU of CT and Equality CT on July 9th at 6:00pm for an interactive Zoom webinar featuring legal experts and community partners to discuss two important cases impacting LGBTQIA+ rights this year: U.S. v. Skrmetti and Orr v. Trump. RSVP today! us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Today is the last day of the Supreme Court term. We’ve been closely watching the cases on their regular and shadow docket — keeping you all updated on what we know. Stay updated on the decisions as they come using our live tracker🏛️ www.aclu.org/news/free-sp...

We're Hiring🗣️ We're looking for a Community Engagement and Education Program Director to build and strengthen relationships with supporters, activists, and communities across CT. Learn more about this position at www.acluct.org/jobs/community-engagement-and-education-program-director

When our plaintiff Jim Obergefell lost his husband John, he simply wanted to be listed as his spouse on John’s death certificate. Ten years ago today, Jim won at the Supreme Court in our monumental case, Obergefell v. Hodges, that brought marriage equality for same-sex couples to all 50 states.

Almost forgot this is the whole point: queer joy✨ We’ll be at Waterbury PrideFest this Saturday so stop by and say hi!

That's right! Come stop by Pride in the Park in Norwalk THIS Saturday, June 14th from 2-8pm 🥳

We’re here, we’re queer, and we’ll see you in court✌️

“This preliminary injunction reinforces that these students belong at their colleges and universities, and that DHS unfairly and unlawfully targeted them," said ACLU Foundation of CT legal director Dan Barrett. Read the full press release here: www.acluct.org/en/press-rel...