From the Courts to the Classroom: A back-to-school toolkit

With this toolkit, the ACLU seeks to provide greater clarity in the context of a shifting federal policy landscape ahead of the 2025-2026 academic year.

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A Vermonter’s guide to accessing accurate identification documents

No matter what happens in Washington, we should all be free to access identity documents that reflect who we really are. And, it’s why we encourage Vermonters who wish to get or keep their accurate state ID card to consider requesting or renewing it today.

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2025 Legislative Wrap-up

The ACLU of VT navigated a challenging 2025 legislative session, working to advance civil liberties, criminal justice reform, and housing rights amidst new political dynamics and federal pressures.

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Why We Must Demand a Fair Share for Vermont

When tax policies disproportionately benefit the wealthy at the expense of essential public services, it impacts our most vulnerable communities and undermines the very foundations of a just society.

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ACLU issues legal guidance for Vermont institutions facing unlawful federal directives

Presidential executive orders, no matter how strongly worded, cannot on their own alter the underlying legal landscape. Private and public entities in Vermont must resist voluntary compliance with unlawful federal directives.

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Vermont Pride 2025

Pride celebrations coming to a town near you this summer and beyond.

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Connect, Learn & Take Action with ACLU-VT

Join us for a virtual Action Team meeting on May 14th! Meet our new Policy Advocates, hear about what’s been happening in the State House, our response to the Trump administration, and learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Action Team Meeting

Writing an op-ed is not grounds for deportation

The U.S. government’s escalating attacks on noncitizens’ right to free speech should scare us all.

I believe the world is a more beautiful and peaceful place when we listen to each other and allow different perspectives to be in the room." Rumeysa Ozturk, Ph.D. student wrongfully detained for writing and op-ed

An open letter to state leaders

119 organizations, businesses, and faith communities from across Vermont issued an open letter to Governor Scott and state lawmakers urging them to publicly commit to using the full power of their office to defend our rights, the environment, and our democracy.

119 Vermont Organizations Call on Governor Scott and State Lawmakers to Take Bold Action