Redefining Women’s Advocacy: Beyond Words and Bias

Language holds immense power in shaping our perceptions and interactions. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ recent executive order on gender-neutral language in Arkansas government documents attempts to define women in a limited scope.

Arkansas governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders addresses press at a conference unveiling her newest executive order banning the use of gender-neutral language in Arkansas government documents

Celebrating Latine Heritage Month

Honoring Voices and Communities in Arkansas

ACLU-AR celebrates Latine Heritage Month

Turning Dialogue into Action: My Experience Representing Arkansas at the White House

As a policy strategist at the ACLU of Arkansas, a DACA recipient and first-generation Arkansan, I was honored to be selected to visit and represent the voices of Arkansas at a listening session last week at the White House in Washington D.C.

ACLU Arkansas Policy Director Kevin Azanza is seen leaning against railing on the front steps of the White House in Washington D.C.

ACLU of Arkansas Condemns Education Department's Scrutiny of AP African American Studies Courses

 

Let Teachers Teach on red background with stack of books

Pride 2023: The Rainbow Itinerary

This year, we're honored to continue our journey in amplifying the vibrant and diverse voices of the LGBTQ community in Arkansas. From the peaceful trails of the Ozarks to the bustling streets of Little Rock, Pride events are scheduled all across our beautiful state in the coming months.

Pride Progress Flag with words ACLU Arkansas below on blue background

Recapping Arkansas' 2023 Legislative Session: Victories, Injustices, and the Fight for Our Rights

Last week, the Arkansas General Assembly concluded its 2023 regular session and will officially adjourn on May 1, barring any need to address vetoes or significant errors.

Your Voice Is Powerful.

All hands on deck as session's closing looms

With the close of the 2023 state legislative session looming, it’s all hands on deck. Bills are passing with lightning speed, and you can help make a positive difference.

Arkansas State Capitol

To move forward

We must know our history, do better

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette newspaper with quotes from op-ed

Progress on SB43, but it still threatens all Arkansans

While SB43 is not fully defeated, efforts to fight back against attempts to target LGBTQ Arkansans are working. Yesterday’s amendment to the bill no longer explicitly targets LGBTQ people.

SB43 amendment text