As the leading civil rights organization in our state, the ACLU of South Dakota believes in keeping the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged.
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Feb 5, 2024
Parents and Pediatricians. Not Politicians.
LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
We don’t co-parent with our legislators. Why are they making medical decisions for our kids?
We don’t co-parent with our legislators. Why are they making medical decisions for our kids?
Jan 26, 2024
Connect with Legislators at a Legislative Coffee or Cracker Barrel
Smart Justice
Attending one of these open forums is a great way to show South Dakota's lawmakers you're paying attention.
Attending one of these open forums is a great way to show South Dakota's lawmakers you're paying attention.
Jan 23, 2024
The ACLU is Speaking up for Free Speech and Freedom of Expression
Free Speech
No matter how big or small the threat, we must ensure our First Amendment protections remain robust
By Libby Skarin
No matter how big or small the threat, we must ensure our First Amendment protections remain robust
By Libby Skarin
Jan 22, 2024
Taking Abortion to the Supreme Court
Reproductive Freedom
We're fighting against an all-fronts attack on reproductive freedom.
We're fighting against an all-fronts attack on reproductive freedom.
Jan 16, 2024
We the People: Carter Linke
Free Speech
Back in high school, no one was happier to have a government class first thing in the morning than Carter Linke. Fast forward a few years and the sentiment still holds true.
By Carter Linke , Janna Farley
Back in high school, no one was happier to have a government class first thing in the morning than Carter Linke. Fast forward a few years and the sentiment still holds true.
By Carter Linke , Janna Farley
Jan 8, 2024
Session Doesn’t Have to Be a Circus
Reproductive Freedom
It’s time for our legislators to mind their own business.
It’s time for our legislators to mind their own business.