American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
Mission: Founded in 1920, the ACLU is a nonprofit dedicated to defending and preserving individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. With over 1.7 million members nationwide, it engages in litigation, lobbying, and public education to protect civil liberties.
Founded: 1920
Region Served: Nationwide (All 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico).
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Why This Matters to Artists
Artists interested in social justice, equity, and environmental justice can support the ACLU’s work to protect civil liberties, advocate for marginalized communities, and ensure all people have a voice in environmental and public policy decisions. Supporting civil rights intersects with conservation when it comes to environmental justice, climate justice, and public participation in land-use decisions.
Quick Facts
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Reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, immigrants’ rights, voting rights, criminal justice reform, free speech, privacy & technology, religious liberty
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Litigation, lobbying, public education, and legal support
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Over 1.7 million members and affiliates
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Tax-exempt nonprofit organization
Programs & Impact
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The ACLU defends the rights guaranteed by the Constitution, ensuring all individuals can exercise freedoms related to speech, religion, privacy, and due process.
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While not a traditional conservation organization, the ACLU advocates for communities disproportionately affected by pollution, unsafe living conditions, and climate impacts. It ensures that vulnerable populations have legal access and representation in environmental decision-making.
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The ACLU works to ensure that all communities, especially marginalized ones, can participate in land-use decisions, environmental regulations, and policy development, preventing unfair impact from pollution or land-use policies.
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Privacy Concerns: Protecting citizens’ rights around government surveillance, including environmental activism
Police Accountability: Advocating for individuals’ rights to protest environmental policies without undue interference
Ways Artists Can Help
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Ways Artists Can Help *
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Support the ACLU’s ongoing legal work to protect civil liberties.
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Share stories, artwork, or campaigns that highlight civil liberties and environmental justice.
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Participate in community programs or collaborate on projects that promote legal rights and environmental equity.
Call To Action:
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Support Civil Liberties Nationwide: Donate to the ACLU
Learn More About Their Work: https://www.aclu.org/about/aclu-history
Independence Note: Art for Our Parks is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with this organization. Artists interact directly with the organization through the official website.