Protecting Civil Liberties in Rhode Island for Over 50 Years
Join us Thursday, October 13 as we celebrate our rights in 2016, and honor this year's "Civil Libertarian of the Year."
Rhode Island law gives the public the right to be present for meetings of public bodies. Learn more about the Open Meetings Act, and what to do if you think public discussions are happening in secret.
A proposed amendment to the Patriot Act could give the FBI access to your online communications - without a warrant. Learn how Rhode Island is playing a role, and what you can do to about it.
The ACLU of Rhode Island is seeking candidates for our Development and Communications Associate and Policy Associate positions.
The ACLU of RI is the state's leading defender of civil liberties. Help protect freedom, justice, and equality by becoming a member of the ACLU today.
When Rhode Islanders know their rights they are able to defend their civil liberties. When they are informed about civil liberties issues they can take action to protect others.
Whether we're exploring the unintended consequences of a proposed law, discussing how a policy can be improved to highlighting old cases that are still relevant today, or commenting on recent articles that are worth the read, the ACLU of RI blog provides insight and information on some of the most important civil liberties issues in the state.
Visit the blog regularly to read posts from staff members and learn about aspects of our work that don't make it into the news.
The ACLU works on a wide range of issues. Some of those issues which are in the news today and which you may be looking for include:
You can also see all the issues featured here on our website.