ACLU of Montana
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We're a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization that works to ensure that dignity, freedom, & civil liberties are a reality for everyone in MT.
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📚 It’s #BannedBooksWeek (Oct 5–11)! We’re celebrating the stories that challenge power and inspire change. Swipe through to see some of our favorite “forbidden” reads and why they matter so much to us.
October 8, 2025 at 7:07 PM
📚 It’s #BannedBooksWeek (Oct 5–11)! We’re celebrating the stories that challenge power and inspire change. Swipe through to see some of our favorite “forbidden” reads and why they matter so much to us.
Sept 30 is Orange Shirt Day, also known as National Day for Truth & Reconciliation in Canada, observed by many in the U.S. Montana had at least 18 boarding schools. Wear orange, learn this history, honor survivors, & stand with Indigenous communities. #EveryChildMatters
September 30, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Sept 30 is Orange Shirt Day, also known as National Day for Truth & Reconciliation in Canada, observed by many in the U.S. Montana had at least 18 boarding schools. Wear orange, learn this history, honor survivors, & stand with Indigenous communities. #EveryChildMatters
🎬 The Lone Peak Film Festival returns Sept. 19–21 in Big Sky. This year’s films spotlight Indigenous storytellers whose work preserves culture, memory, and resistance. Join us in celebrating their voices alongside local and global filmmakers.
September 18, 2025 at 8:20 PM
🎬 The Lone Peak Film Festival returns Sept. 19–21 in Big Sky. This year’s films spotlight Indigenous storytellers whose work preserves culture, memory, and resistance. Join us in celebrating their voices alongside local and global filmmakers.
The 2025 Missoula Municipal Primary Election is TOMORROW, SEPTEMBER 9, and Forward Montana has created a voter guide to help you understand the candidates, the issues, and how to cast your ballot. You can even watch a recording of a candidate forum! forwardmontana.org/2025-missoul...
September 8, 2025 at 4:14 PM
The 2025 Missoula Municipal Primary Election is TOMORROW, SEPTEMBER 9, and Forward Montana has created a voter guide to help you understand the candidates, the issues, and how to cast your ballot. You can even watch a recording of a candidate forum! forwardmontana.org/2025-missoul...
Know your rights: You can remain silent, refuse searches, and ask for a lawyer. Stay calm, don’t lie or resist, and remember details. Everyone—regardless of status—has rights. Learn more at aclumontana.org. #KnowYourRights
September 5, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Know your rights: You can remain silent, refuse searches, and ask for a lawyer. Stay calm, don’t lie or resist, and remember details. Everyone—regardless of status—has rights. Learn more at aclumontana.org. #KnowYourRights
Later this month, Missoula's Community Medical Center will be offering both virtual and in-person social and support spaces for parents and caregivers of transgender and gender diverse youth. Email [email protected] for the location and/or zoom link.
September 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Later this month, Missoula's Community Medical Center will be offering both virtual and in-person social and support spaces for parents and caregivers of transgender and gender diverse youth. Email [email protected] for the location and/or zoom link.
Join us TOMORROW (Thursday, September 4) 6-7:30pm at the Bozeman Public Library for a panel discussion about immigration. Our Legal Director Alex Rate will be joined by local law enforcement, attorneys, civil rights experts, and the County attorney for Gallatin County. Hope to see you there!
September 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Join us TOMORROW (Thursday, September 4) 6-7:30pm at the Bozeman Public Library for a panel discussion about immigration. Our Legal Director Alex Rate will be joined by local law enforcement, attorneys, civil rights experts, and the County attorney for Gallatin County. Hope to see you there!
Happy Labor Day! Did you know that Montana’s first labor union–the Helena Typographical Union Local No. 95–was established all the way back in 1866? Since then, most of Montana’s labor unions have been railroad workers, miners, and smelters.
September 1, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Happy Labor Day! Did you know that Montana’s first labor union–the Helena Typographical Union Local No. 95–was established all the way back in 1866? Since then, most of Montana’s labor unions have been railroad workers, miners, and smelters.
The 2025 Missoula Municipal Primary Election is just around the corner and Forward Montana has created a great voter guide to help you understand the candidates, the issues, and how to cast your ballot. 🗳️You can even watch a recording of a candidate forum from earlier this month!
August 28, 2025 at 6:34 PM
The 2025 Missoula Municipal Primary Election is just around the corner and Forward Montana has created a great voter guide to help you understand the candidates, the issues, and how to cast your ballot. 🗳️You can even watch a recording of a candidate forum from earlier this month!
Regardless of how someone seeks asylum in the United States, the process can years.
August 20, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Regardless of how someone seeks asylum in the United States, the process can years.
Humanitarian-based immigration offers a pathway to safety for those escaping persecution in their home countries. Without it, some individuals face decades-long waits for legal protection.
August 20, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Humanitarian-based immigration offers a pathway to safety for those escaping persecution in their home countries. Without it, some individuals face decades-long waits for legal protection.
Last week, the Chippewa Cree Indians of the Rocky Boy’s Reservation and two Native voters filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana challenging Chouteau County’s unfair, at-large voting system for the Board of County Commissioners. www.aclumontana.org/en/press-rel...
August 18, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Last week, the Chippewa Cree Indians of the Rocky Boy’s Reservation and two Native voters filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana challenging Chouteau County’s unfair, at-large voting system for the Board of County Commissioners. www.aclumontana.org/en/press-rel...
The Montana Two-Spirit Society Gathering returns this weekend in Rollins. 🌈✨Rooted in Indigenous tradition and sovereignty, the Gathering is a space for Two-Spirit people and allies to connect, heal, and celebrate. 📅 August 2025 • Rollins, MT 📲 Visit www.mttwospirit.org/mt-two-spiri... to learn more
August 15, 2025 at 7:05 PM
The Montana Two-Spirit Society Gathering returns this weekend in Rollins. 🌈✨Rooted in Indigenous tradition and sovereignty, the Gathering is a space for Two-Spirit people and allies to connect, heal, and celebrate. 📅 August 2025 • Rollins, MT 📲 Visit www.mttwospirit.org/mt-two-spiri... to learn more
Your voice is a crucial part of protecting civil liberties! At the ACLU of Montana, your input from our Supporter Survey directly strengthens our fight to protect civil liberties statewide. It’s as easy as: click link, fill out survey, enter to win merch!
August 4, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Your voice is a crucial part of protecting civil liberties! At the ACLU of Montana, your input from our Supporter Survey directly strengthens our fight to protect civil liberties statewide. It’s as easy as: click link, fill out survey, enter to win merch!
Pride is joy, resistance, and community in motion. Join us in Helena! We'll be tabling at Anchor Park from 10am to 6pm and marching in the parade at 2pm! Bring your brightest, most authentic self to say hi or to march with us in the parade. 🌈 See you there!
July 25, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Pride is joy, resistance, and community in motion. Join us in Helena! We'll be tabling at Anchor Park from 10am to 6pm and marching in the parade at 2pm! Bring your brightest, most authentic self to say hi or to march with us in the parade. 🌈 See you there!
On June 14, we’re joining communities across Montana to stand up for our civil liberties and peacefully protest abuses of power. Events statewide, find the rally happening near you at nokings.org
June 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
On June 14, we’re joining communities across Montana to stand up for our civil liberties and peacefully protest abuses of power. Events statewide, find the rally happening near you at nokings.org
Ocean Vuong reminds us: we are not what tried to harm us. We are what bloomed anyway. #AAPIHeritageMonth
May 27, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Ocean Vuong reminds us: we are not what tried to harm us. We are what bloomed anyway. #AAPIHeritageMonth
They tried to silence us, we told our stories louder.
This #AAPIHeritageMonth, get to know the change makers who dare to make waves and turn tides, challenging the status quo and inspiring transformative change, propelling us forward towards a future where AAPI voices are heard and valued.
This #AAPIHeritageMonth, get to know the change makers who dare to make waves and turn tides, challenging the status quo and inspiring transformative change, propelling us forward towards a future where AAPI voices are heard and valued.
May 1, 2025 at 4:57 PM
They tried to silence us, we told our stories louder.
This #AAPIHeritageMonth, get to know the change makers who dare to make waves and turn tides, challenging the status quo and inspiring transformative change, propelling us forward towards a future where AAPI voices are heard and valued.
This #AAPIHeritageMonth, get to know the change makers who dare to make waves and turn tides, challenging the status quo and inspiring transformative change, propelling us forward towards a future where AAPI voices are heard and valued.
This is what accountability looks like. We’re not going anywhere - stay with us.
April 16, 2025 at 2:49 AM
This is what accountability looks like. We’re not going anywhere - stay with us.
Montana’s HB 642 would fine unhoused folks $500 a day just for sleeping outside. That’s not justice—it’s punishment. Let’s build a Montana rooted in care, not cruelty. Call your legislators and urge a NO vote.
April 15, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Montana’s HB 642 would fine unhoused folks $500 a day just for sleeping outside. That’s not justice—it’s punishment. Let’s build a Montana rooted in care, not cruelty. Call your legislators and urge a NO vote.
Two MSU students lost their legal status without warning. No violations. No due process. The ACLU of Montana is fighting back. We all deserve fair treatment under the law. Learn more: Roe v. Noem.
April 14, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Two MSU students lost their legal status without warning. No violations. No due process. The ACLU of Montana is fighting back. We all deserve fair treatment under the law. Learn more: Roe v. Noem.
A big win for trans Montanans! This victory brings much-needed relief—and it’s all thanks to the power of community. Take a moment to celebrate. When we show up together, change is inevitable.
April 10, 2025 at 8:25 PM
A big win for trans Montanans! This victory brings much-needed relief—and it’s all thanks to the power of community. Take a moment to celebrate. When we show up together, change is inevitable.
SB 525 puts Montana’s public schools at risk by allowing chaplains to support students, compromising religious neutrality and potentially harming students from diverse backgrounds. Speak out at the April 9 hearing—let’s keep schools safe, inclusive, and secular!
April 9, 2025 at 4:54 PM
SB 525 puts Montana’s public schools at risk by allowing chaplains to support students, compromising religious neutrality and potentially harming students from diverse backgrounds. Speak out at the April 9 hearing—let’s keep schools safe, inclusive, and secular!
Women’s History Month may be over, but that’s no reason to stop celebrating the Montana women fighting for justice. From LGBTQ+ rights to Indigenous advocacy, their work is shaping a more just Montana—learn about their impact and how you can stand with them.
April 7, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Women’s History Month may be over, but that’s no reason to stop celebrating the Montana women fighting for justice. From LGBTQ+ rights to Indigenous advocacy, their work is shaping a more just Montana—learn about their impact and how you can stand with them.