The ACLU of Idaho works hard to defend civil liberties throughout Idaho through litigation, legislation, and public education. Education is an integral part of protecting civil rights, allowing us to reach out and connect with Idaho's communities. It is important for citizens to know which civil liberties issues affect them locally, and how they can become involved. As often as our resources allow, we host educational events such as brown bag luncheons or evening presentations; speak at rallies; visit local schools to answer students' questions about their rights; and participate in local radio programs to name a few. Our office also keeps an inventory of many informative booklets and cards. Here are a few:
"Know Your Rights" (in nearly every language)
"Student Harassment"
"Equal Rights at Work - The Employment Non-Discrimination Act"
"What to Do If Questioned by Police, FBI, Customs Agents or Immigration Officers"
"Access to Justice: Access To the Courts and the Need for Judicial Review"
If you would like to receive any of this information or would like to know more about our educational materials, please call or write us a letter.
NATIONAL TELEVISION
The Freedom Files television series draws on the power of true stories to highlight vital civil liberties issues of our time and inspire viewers to take action. These half-hour documentaries feature the firsthand accounts of real people who have taken on the powers that be, often at great risk to themselves, in order to preserve their precious constitutional rights.
