LGBTQ+ Rights
Through lobbying, litigation and public education, the ACLU of RI works so that LGBTQ+ people can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association.
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Rhode Island Child Advocate Asks Federal Court of Appeals to Uphold Ruling Protecting Transgender Youth’s Privacy
“Upholding this decision affirms that the privacy and dignity of children involved in the child welfare system—and of all children—must be protected. No child should have to choose between receiving vital medical care and protecting their most personal information.”
RI Midterm Candidate Questions: Civil Liberties Edition
We sent a survey of civil liberties questions to all the candidates running for statewide office (except for Treasurer) that will be on the ballot in the 2026 Rhode Island midterm elections, as well as the Providence mayoral candidates.
RI Midterm Primary Candidate Questions: Civil Liberties Edition
We sent a survey of civil liberties questions to all the candidates running for statewide office (except for Treasurer) that will be on the ballot in the 2026 Rhode Island midterm elections, as well as the Providence mayoral candidates.
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