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Danielle Tyler

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Director of Strategic Communications

Strategic Communications

Bio

Danielle Tyler is the Director of Strategic Communications at the ACLU of Maryland. With over 14 years of experience in nonprofit, corporate, and education sectors, Danielle has led integrated communications strategies that elevate mission-driven work and deepen stakeholder engagement.

Prior to joining the ACLU, she held senior communications roles at organizations such as PowerSchool, Spark the Journey, and the National Association of Black Accountants. Her expertise includes executive messaging, internal communications, brand storytelling, and digital strategy. Danielle is deeply committed to using communications as a force for equity, justice, and systemic change. She holds a Master’s in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from Georgetown University. Outside of work, Danielle is a proud mom to a curious toddler who keeps her on her toes. She enjoys exploring new restaurants and getting lost in a good book.

Featured Work

News & Commentary
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  • Children's Rights|
  • +3 Issues

The Banned Books That Helped Shape Who We Are

In honor of this year's Banned Books Week, some of our staff members are sharing their favorite banned books. From coming-of-age stories to challenging topics, or simply stories of resistance and history, these are some of our most cherished literary works that remind us why the fight against censorship is a fight worth having for our freedom to read.
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  • Immigrants' Rights|
  • +1 Issue

The Truth About the Community Trust Act: Myths vs. Facts

Ending 287(g) was a critical victory. But it didn’t end all cooperation between local law enforcement and ICE in Maryland. Every day, local police and jail staff informally collaborate with ICE, funneling Maryland residents from correctional facilities into federal immigration custody. The Community Trust Act is about drawing a clear line between criminal law enforcement and civil immigration enforcement.