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En California, los estudiantes de las escuelas públicas tienen derechos para proteger su capacidad de acceso a la educación. Estos derechos pueden protegerte de diferentes maneras, desde mantenerte a salvo del acoso escolar hasta asegurarte el acceso a recursos en la escuela si tú y tu familia se quedan sin vivienda. En este sitio web puedes obtener más información sobre estos derechos y sobre lo ... Read More

As a public school student in California, you have rights at your school. Explore your rights as students, so you can advocate for yourself and your communities. Read More

The results of the November 2024 election – at both the federal and state level – compel us to look ahead with clear eyes and strong resolve to protect civil liberties and civil rights. We balance our sober understanding of the threats ahead with our enduring commitment to a vision of the United States and its Constitution that respects the rights of all persons.  Read More

The ACLU called on the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to appoint a district attorney who truly reflects the values of Alameda County residents who support equal justice under the law and public safety solutions that address the root causes of crime Read More

Despite a hard-fought campaign, Proposition 6, the initiative to prioritize rehabilitation over forced prison slave labor, did not secure majority support. While the final outcome fell short, the campaign to end carceral slavery ignited an overdue dialogue about a prison system that has failed to prioritize rehabilitation, thereby jeopardizing public safety. Read More

The recall of Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price is a setback for the meaningful criminal justice reform that the ACLU of Northern California has long pursued. Read More

Daniel Lurie inherits many challenges in San Francisco, but he has an opportunity to chart a new course on homelessness. Read More

ACLU California Action and the ACLUs of Northern California, Southern California, and San Diego & Imperial Counties are prepared to meet the Trump administration head on. Read More

The ACLU of Northern California issued a statement about the passage of Proposition 36, pledging to continue fighting for meaningful public safety solutions that work for all communities. Read More

Sonny Tripp is committed to transforming educational outcomes for Native students. As an Indigenous education advocate at the Northern California Indian Development Council (NCIDC), a partner organization of ACLU NorCal, Tripp plays a crucial role in mediating between families, tribes, and school staff. “My role is to see past the labels and stereotypes that hold our kids back and to recognize eac... Read More