Have You Been A Victim of Racial Profiling?

Have You Been A Victim of Racial Profiling?

If you’ve been unfairly stopped or questioned just because of the color of your skin, we’d like to hear about it!

The ACLU of Iowa is trying to collect examples of racial profiling to better identify it in Iowa and to identify trends in particular communities. We encourage you to share your stories with us!

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Confused About Requesting Government Information?

Confused About Requesting Government Information?

Visit Our New Open Government Project!

You’ll find a user-friendly “do-it-yourself” guide on how to request government information and data, as well as request open meetings of government bodies. There’s lots of information, how-to tips, forms, and diagrams. You’ll also be able to contact our staff for assistance.

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New Handbook Informs Iowa Students of Their Rights

New Handbook Informs Iowa Students of Their Rights

Even before a student reaches age 18, that person has basic constitutional rights.

From free speech to anti-bullying, from dress codes to praying in school, this booklet informs students of what they can and can’t do under the law.

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Our Mission

The American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa is a private, non-partisan, non-profit group that fights to advance civil liberties for all. We are the state affiliate of the national ACLU.

We pride ourselves in upholding everyone’s civil liberties—no matter who they are or what they believe. We have worked to assure rights of all Iowans—from atheists to devout Christians, from labor unions to businesspeople, and more—to make sure our constitutional rights are preserved.” More about us

Upcoming events

  • Thursday, May. 23, 2013
  • PACG Community Networking Night
  • Community Room at Cobblestone Place, 1212 W. 3rd St, Davenport
  • 6:00 p.m. Members of PACG meet every 4th Thursday of the month. All are welcome and encouraged to bring food and their...
  • Friday, Jun. 07, 2013
  • Civil Liberties in the Pub
  • 2811 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
  • 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Join the ACLU of Iowa and others concerned about civil liberties in Iowa for a pleasant evening o...

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