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May 12, 2022

Six Ways You Can Join the Fight for Abortion Rights

This is a perilous moment for our rights, but there are still ways to take action to support and protect abortion rights

Protesters at an abortion rights rally in Washington DC.

May 4, 2022

What to Know About the Leaked Supreme Court Abortion Draft Opinion, and What’s Next

Brigitte Amiri, deputy director of the ACLU’s Reproductive Freedom Project, breaks down what you should keep in mind in the wake of the leaked draft.

A person at a rally holding a sign that says “Abortion is Healthcare.”

Feb 17, 2022

Your Guide to Talking About Attacks on Trans Youth

Misinformation is fueling an attack on trans youth in state legislatures. These attacks overwhelmingly focus on youth and schools.

A photo featuring activist, drag queen and tv personality Peppermint with the title Tough Conversations With Peppermint.

Feb 8, 2022

Transgender and Non-Binary Leaders Tell Federal Court Trans People Deserve Joy at Any Age

Prominent transgender and non-binary people as well as businesses, professional associations, and medical professionals are speaking out against Arkansas’ ban on gender-affirming health care.

A demonstration poster that reads “We Have Always Been Here! We Aren’t Going Anywhere! We Won’t Be Erased.”

Jan 24, 2022

Voices From Around the Country Join the Fight to Protect Arkansas Trans Youth

Trans Arkansans are in a fight for their lives and their list of supporters keeps growing. This week, 11 amicus or friend-of-the-court briefs were filed in the 8th Circuit in support of Arkansas trans youth...

Dec 22, 2021

End of Year Message of Gratitude

We all know that 2021 was an immensely challenging year. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, state legislators came after our civil liberties with extraordinary wrath. From hateful attacks on our LGBTQ+...