Research & Publications

This letter was sent to RI State Representatives from coalition of 14 community organizations, urging them to oppose H 7303. The bill that would make it a felony for a student or parent to directly or indirectly threaten a public school emplo

This letter was sent to the RI House Finance Committee from the ACLU of RI and Disability Rights Rhode Island regarding the 2024-2025 proposed budget for the State, and funding for the Department of Children, Youth, and Familes (DCYF).

Nine Rhode Island organizations signed this letter, which was sent to the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (DOC) Director, urging more transparency after recent deaths at the state prison.

This letter was sent to the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Commissioner and Chair of Council on Elementary and Secondary Education

This letter was sent to the Rhode Island Board of Education regarding their restrictive public comment requirements.

This letter was sent to the chair of the R.I. Police Officers Commission on Standards and Training, urging he immediately investigate and respond to a very serious issue regarding a privately-run "Street Cop Training" that may have been approved by some RI police departments.

This letter was sent to the Rhode Island Speaker of the House and President of the Senate, urging lawmakers to prioritize police reform legislation in the upcoming 2024 Legislative Session.