Media Releases & Statements

The ACLU of Iowa has staff in Des Moines to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil rights and civil liberties in Iowa.

Media inquiries should be sent via email to editor@aclu-ia.org or contact Communications Director Veronica Fowler at 515-207-0586.

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ACLU of Iowa Wins Family Leave for Same-Sex Spouse

Today the ACLU of Iowa announces another victory for equality on behalf of same-sex couples. This latest breakthrough came on behalf an Iowa prison guard who was denied family medical leave because her spouse was of the same sex.

July 20, 2011

Ames Student Wins ACLU of Iowa Mannheimer Video Contest

Ames High junior Sam Ennis is the winner of the American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa's 2011 Mannheimer student video contest, which depicts a civil liberty that is important to the entrant.

April 16, 2011