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Know Your Rights
Jun 29, 2020
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Know Your Rights: Race, Ethnicity, or National Origin-Based Discrimination

Learn more here about your right to be free from discrimination based on race, ethnicity, or national origin, and how the law protects you.
Know Your Rights
Jun 29, 2020
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Know Your Rights: Disability Rights

People with disabilities face widespread discrimination, segregation, and exclusion. But federal disability rights laws can provide protection.
Know Your Rights
Jun 29, 2020
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Know Your Rights: Sex Discrimination

Learn more here about your right to be protected against sex discrimination and what to do if your rights are violated.
Know Your Rights
May 08, 2020
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Know Your Rights: Water Protectors in South Dakota

You have a constitutionally protected right to engage in peaceful actions in “traditional public forums” such as streets, sidewalks, or public parks
Know Your Rights
Jan 03, 2018
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Know Your Rights: Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Voters

Everyone deserves to be able to assert their fundamental right to vote without unnecessary and harmful barriers.
Know Your Rights
May 27, 2016
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Know Your Rights: Demonstrations and Protests

The right to join with fellow citizens in protest or peaceful assembly is critical to a functioning democracy.
Know Your Rights
May 16, 2016
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Know Your Rights: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Students

It is important for you to learn about your rights and what you can do if your school isn't treating you fairly.
Know Your Rights
Apr 19, 2016
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  • +1 Issue

Know Your Rights: When Stopped by Police

We rely on the police to keep us safe and treat us all fairly, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin or religion. Here are some tips for interacting with police and understanding your rights.