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Oct 24, 2025

We Are Not Waiting: Black Queer Visionaries Summit and the Work Ahead

The Black Queer Visionaries Summit was our declaration that we have always been here, and we are here to stay.
By Kamilah Kenyatta
The Black Queer Visionaries Summit was our declaration that we have always been here, and we are here to stay.
By Kamilah Kenyatta
We Are Not Waiting: Black Queer Visionaries Summit and the Work Ahead
We Are Not Waiting: Black Queer Visionaries Summit and the Work Ahead
Oct 22, 2025

You Attended No Kings Day. What’s Next?

We must treat these No Kings actions as an entry point while understanding that this moment requires a deeper investment in the work being done on the ground.
We must treat these No Kings actions as an entry point while understanding that this moment requires a deeper investment in the work being done on the ground.
no kings
no kings
Oct 8, 2025

Our Comment: Presumptive Eligibility Amendment For Pregnancy Care

Our Policy and Organizing Director comments adding the Presumptive Eligibility amendment to the Alabama State Plan for Medical Assistance.
By A'Niya Robinson
Our Policy and Organizing Director comments adding the Presumptive Eligibility amendment to the Alabama State Plan for Medical Assistance.
By A'Niya Robinson
public comment
public comment
Sep 17, 2025

Attacks on First Amendment Not Welcomed in Alabama

First Amendment Rights
Core political speech is worth defending, even when it is controversial, and the ACLU of Alabama remains steadfast in its 60-year commitment to defending free speech in our state.
By Alison Mollman
Core political speech is worth defending, even when it is controversial, and the ACLU of Alabama remains steadfast in its 60-year commitment to defending free speech in our state.
By Alison Mollman
1stamend
1stamend
Sep 11, 2025

Notes from the Field: How Project MOVE is Mobilizing Alabamians for Change

Voting Rights
We must have candidates on the ballot who are willing to be held accountable to the people they serve. We need leaders who are rooted in community, who understand the stakes for everyday Alabamians, and who...
By Kenya Shavers
We must have candidates on the ballot who are willing to be held accountable to the people they serve. We need leaders who are rooted in community, who understand the stakes for everyday Alabamians, and who...
By Kenya Shavers
Notes from the Field: How Project MOVE is Mobilizing Alabamians for Change
Notes from the Field: How Project MOVE is Mobilizing Alabamians for Change
Sep 9, 2025

2025 Statewide Municipal Election Risk Analysis

Voting Rights

The lack of action is a resounding confirmation of the lack of intention when it comes to Voting Rights in the State of Alabama.

By Shayla Mitchell

The lack of action is a resounding confirmation of the lack of intention when it comes to Voting Rights in the State of Alabama.

By Shayla Mitchell
municipal elections
municipal elections