As the leading civil rights organization in our state, we at the ACLU of Iowa believe it is our duty to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged.
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Sep 22, 2024
Banned Books Week 2024: Attempts to Ban Books on the Rise
Free Speech
We have a right to read and learn free from censorship.
We have a right to read and learn free from censorship.
May 1, 2024
"I grew up seeing women die in pregnancy and childbirth. I don't want that for myself or my daughter."
Reproductive Freedom
Abby Collins of Muscatine is terrified of threats to abortion access in Iowa.
Abby Collins of Muscatine is terrified of threats to abortion access in Iowa.
Apr 22, 2024
Why Having Banned Books in Iowa Schools Matters
Student Rights
Some people are shrugging their shoulders and asking, why does it matter? Can’t kids get those same books and information at their town library, bookstore, or online?
Some people are shrugging their shoulders and asking, why does it matter? Can’t kids get those same books and information at their town library, bookstore, or online?
Mar 18, 2024
"I want to be a mother. Iowa politicians’ abortion and IVF choices put my life at risk."
Reproductive Freedom
I don't want to be in a position where starting a family could end in my death because of a bad law.
I don't want to be in a position where starting a family could end in my death because of a bad law.
Jan 4, 2024
Mary Beth Tinker: Support Iowa Students Challenging Censorship
Student Rights
As a teenager, civil rights trailblazer Mary Beth Tinker knew she was gay. Today she supports Iowa students currently fighting against censorship and anti-LGBTQ laws.
As a teenager, civil rights trailblazer Mary Beth Tinker knew she was gay. Today she supports Iowa students currently fighting against censorship and anti-LGBTQ laws.
Jan 4, 2024
Ankeny Student Wins Our Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award
Student Rights
Jemma, 18, is one of two winners of the Robert Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award.
Jemma, 18, is one of two winners of the Robert Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award.