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Every day, nonprofits like ours do their best to make the world a better place. Our teams fight on behalf of clients and educate Pennsylvanians on their rights. We support each other, shaping the future of our organization through our efforts and strong community bonds.
August 18, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Every day, nonprofits like ours do their best to make the world a better place. Our teams fight on behalf of clients and educate Pennsylvanians on their rights. We support each other, shaping the future of our organization through our efforts and strong community bonds.
“When the government releases a person from custody, there is an implicit promise that their liberty will be honored as long as they follow what is asked of them. These rearrests disregard a decades-old policy and sow fear and chaos.”
A lawsuit challenges arrests of immigrants who come to Philly’s ICE office for routine appointments
The lawsuit says a policy change by ICE in Philadelphia was unlawful, and turned arrests of immigrants during routine check-ins from an "unheard of" occurrence to a routine practice.
www.inquirer.com
June 25, 2026 at 4:13 PM
“When the government releases a person from custody, there is an implicit promise that their liberty will be honored as long as they follow what is asked of them. These rearrests disregard a decades-old policy and sow fear and chaos.”
(1/2) We want DHS to know that we will keep pushing for full transparency and accountability. We stood up for our client when their personal information was subpoenaed.
May 20, 2026 at 6:03 PM
(1/2) We want DHS to know that we will keep pushing for full transparency and accountability. We stood up for our client when their personal information was subpoenaed.
(1/3) Every Pennsylvania voter has the right to be notified if their mail-in ballot is rejected for a mistake, because there are opportunities to ensure their vote still counts.
May 12, 2026 at 5:33 PM
(1/3) Every Pennsylvania voter has the right to be notified if their mail-in ballot is rejected for a mistake, because there are opportunities to ensure their vote still counts.
Here’s what you need to know:
(1/3) If you make a mistake on your mail-in ballot packet, you can cast a provisional ballot on Election Day. All counties now have to let you know if there’s a problem.
(1/3) If you make a mistake on your mail-in ballot packet, you can cast a provisional ballot on Election Day. All counties now have to let you know if there’s a problem.
May 12, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Here’s what you need to know:
(1/3) If you make a mistake on your mail-in ballot packet, you can cast a provisional ballot on Election Day. All counties now have to let you know if there’s a problem.
(1/3) If you make a mistake on your mail-in ballot packet, you can cast a provisional ballot on Election Day. All counties now have to let you know if there’s a problem.
(1/2): We protected two of our clients from unlawful subpoenas for their personal information. But we believe DHS has been routinely issuing these subpoenas to suppress the First Amendment rights of people criticizing ICE’s cruel practices online.
May 4, 2026 at 3:11 PM
(1/2): We protected two of our clients from unlawful subpoenas for their personal information. But we believe DHS has been routinely issuing these subpoenas to suppress the First Amendment rights of people criticizing ICE’s cruel practices online.
(1/5): This week, the PA Senate plans to pass a Trans Ban bill - SB 1293. The bill would ban transgender girls and women from school sports and change how public schools and colleges assign teams.
April 20, 2026 at 6:13 PM
(1/5): This week, the PA Senate plans to pass a Trans Ban bill - SB 1293. The bill would ban transgender girls and women from school sports and change how public schools and colleges assign teams.
Equity in education is under attack. But we’re not stopping our fight to make sure all students are treated fairly and their right to an education is protected.
Don’t miss this chance—join our discussion about how schools and colleges in Pennsylvania can keep advancing equitable education.
Don’t miss this chance—join our discussion about how schools and colleges in Pennsylvania can keep advancing equitable education.
April 15, 2026 at 2:49 PM
Equity in education is under attack. But we’re not stopping our fight to make sure all students are treated fairly and their right to an education is protected.
Don’t miss this chance—join our discussion about how schools and colleges in Pennsylvania can keep advancing equitable education.
Don’t miss this chance—join our discussion about how schools and colleges in Pennsylvania can keep advancing equitable education.
📅 Monday, April 13, 10am - 5pm
📍 City Hall, room 400
Philly demands a city free from Trump’s cruel deportation agenda. No more fear. No more violence. No more terror.
📍 City Hall, room 400
Philly demands a city free from Trump’s cruel deportation agenda. No more fear. No more violence. No more terror.
April 7, 2026 at 2:09 PM
📅 Monday, April 13, 10am - 5pm
📍 City Hall, room 400
Philly demands a city free from Trump’s cruel deportation agenda. No more fear. No more violence. No more terror.
📍 City Hall, room 400
Philly demands a city free from Trump’s cruel deportation agenda. No more fear. No more violence. No more terror.
📅 Saturday, April 11, 1pm
📍 LOVE PARK
Without our immigrant community, Philly wouldn’t be Philly special. As the city of brotherly, sisterly, and sibling love, we know our neighbors are family, and we stand with them.
📍 LOVE PARK
Without our immigrant community, Philly wouldn’t be Philly special. As the city of brotherly, sisterly, and sibling love, we know our neighbors are family, and we stand with them.
April 2, 2026 at 5:42 PM
📅 Saturday, April 11, 1pm
📍 LOVE PARK
Without our immigrant community, Philly wouldn’t be Philly special. As the city of brotherly, sisterly, and sibling love, we know our neighbors are family, and we stand with them.
📍 LOVE PARK
Without our immigrant community, Philly wouldn’t be Philly special. As the city of brotherly, sisterly, and sibling love, we know our neighbors are family, and we stand with them.
This is a historic victory—proof of what Pennsylvanian advocates can achieve together!
March 26, 2026 at 9:08 PM
This is a historic victory—proof of what Pennsylvanian advocates can achieve together!
POSITIVE NEWS: Our client, Dylan Contreras Lopez, is home after being released from the Moshannon Valley Processing Center. Dylan’s detention created a profound sense of loss and worry, sending waves of anxiety through his community and his loved ones who awaited his return.
March 25, 2026 at 7:56 PM
POSITIVE NEWS: Our client, Dylan Contreras Lopez, is home after being released from the Moshannon Valley Processing Center. Dylan’s detention created a profound sense of loss and worry, sending waves of anxiety through his community and his loved ones who awaited his return.
When ICE agents tear apart our communities, we take to the streets. When the Trump administration tries to silence dissent, we get even louder. 📢💥
🗓️ Saturday, March 28
🗓️ Saturday, March 28
March 23, 2026 at 4:33 PM
When ICE agents tear apart our communities, we take to the streets. When the Trump administration tries to silence dissent, we get even louder. 📢💥
🗓️ Saturday, March 28
🗓️ Saturday, March 28
Jon took a stand against ICE's cruel deportation agenda by emailing a federal prosecutor. Soon after, he received a notification from Google that DHS had subpoenaed his data. Then a few weeks later, DHS agents appeared at his door.
March 19, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Jon took a stand against ICE's cruel deportation agenda by emailing a federal prosecutor. Soon after, he received a notification from Google that DHS had subpoenaed his data. Then a few weeks later, DHS agents appeared at his door.
Reposted by ACLU of Pennsylvania
March 14, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Today, we raise our voices for the unsung heroes—the public defenders like Al Flora, who confront a system stacked against justice and fairness. The way PA funds our public defense system betrays our state and federal constitutions.
March 18, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Today, we raise our voices for the unsung heroes—the public defenders like Al Flora, who confront a system stacked against justice and fairness. The way PA funds our public defense system betrays our state and federal constitutions.
The main takeaway: DHS and law enforcement are increasing surveillance of online critics. Tech companies may notify you if your information is subpoenaed, but you are responsible for finding legal help and going to court.
March 10, 2026 at 3:58 PM
The main takeaway: DHS and law enforcement are increasing surveillance of online critics. Tech companies may notify you if your information is subpoenaed, but you are responsible for finding legal help and going to court.
Dylan Lopez Contreras’s story is a powerful reminder: ICE’s actions shatter lives and leave deep scars on entire communities.
March 5, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Dylan Lopez Contreras’s story is a powerful reminder: ICE’s actions shatter lives and leave deep scars on entire communities.
PODCAST: ACLU-PA’s Steve Loney joins @levernews.com to unpack how DHS is pressuring tech companies to act against users who criticize the government. Tune in to learn what legal steps you can take if subpoenas appear in your inbox. www.levernews.com/he-sent-one-...
He Sent One Email. Then Federal Agents Came To His Door.
Trump’s Department of Homeland Security is weaponizing a little-known legal tool to crack down on free speech — and Big Tech is complying.
www.levernews.com
March 4, 2026 at 4:41 PM
PODCAST: ACLU-PA’s Steve Loney joins @levernews.com to unpack how DHS is pressuring tech companies to act against users who criticize the government. Tune in to learn what legal steps you can take if subpoenas appear in your inbox. www.levernews.com/he-sent-one-...
Chester County’s pollbook error during the last election left an estimated 75,000 voters off the rolls, resulting in an unusually high 12,000 provisional ballots cast. The county responded responsibly, and votes were counted.
March 2, 2026 at 6:23 PM
Chester County’s pollbook error during the last election left an estimated 75,000 voters off the rolls, resulting in an unusually high 12,000 provisional ballots cast. The county responded responsibly, and votes were counted.
Who knew fighting for civil liberties could be relaxing? Join Koru Movement Studio and New Hope Fire and Ice on Thursday, March 12 for an evening of movement, meditation, and good vibes!
February 27, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Who knew fighting for civil liberties could be relaxing? Join Koru Movement Studio and New Hope Fire and Ice on Thursday, March 12 for an evening of movement, meditation, and good vibes!
Speaking out against the government is a fundamental right. But DHS has been trying to silence ordinary people criticizing the government and ICE.
February 25, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Speaking out against the government is a fundamental right. But DHS has been trying to silence ordinary people criticizing the government and ICE.
Our attorneys are in touch with the student demonstrators. We’re calling for a full and transparent investigation of this incident and for the police and Chief McElree to be held accountable for their actions if the evidence confirms the apparent excessive force, retaliation and false arrest.
February 23, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Our attorneys are in touch with the student demonstrators. We’re calling for a full and transparent investigation of this incident and for the police and Chief McElree to be held accountable for their actions if the evidence confirms the apparent excessive force, retaliation and false arrest.
In a 2025 letter, @fetterman.senate.gov said he opposed the SAVE Act.
Now he might be wavering: www.abc27.com/pennsylvania...
Now he might be wavering: www.abc27.com/pennsylvania...
February 12, 2026 at 7:56 PM
In a 2025 letter, @fetterman.senate.gov said he opposed the SAVE Act.
Now he might be wavering: www.abc27.com/pennsylvania...
Now he might be wavering: www.abc27.com/pennsylvania...
Every student should be able to learn free from discrimination.
Under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, schools are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of sex, meaning pronoun and name bans are a violation. To learn about your rights, download our interactive PDF.
Under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, schools are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of sex, meaning pronoun and name bans are a violation. To learn about your rights, download our interactive PDF.
February 11, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Every student should be able to learn free from discrimination.
Under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, schools are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of sex, meaning pronoun and name bans are a violation. To learn about your rights, download our interactive PDF.
Under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, schools are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of sex, meaning pronoun and name bans are a violation. To learn about your rights, download our interactive PDF.