Racial Justice
The ACLU of Maryland aims to preserve and extend constitutional and statutory rights to persons who have historically been discriminated against on the basis of race. We have also assumed the additional charge of helping Maryland overcome the stains of a history of legal segregation that manifests itself in structural and institutional racism that still exists. That legacy expresses itself in rural areas like the Eastern Shore as well as in Baltimore City, where historic racism has contributed to a concentration of people with low income within a densely populated urban setting now undergoing economic transition.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
Because Black Lives Matter, the ACLU of Maryland works to end racism and oppression against Black people.
The ACLU of Maryland knows that Black people deserve to always have their whole selves and voices considered and valued in the laws, policies, and practices of our institutions, particularly in our government.
REPARATIONS FOR SLAVERY NOW
The Latest
Federal Appeals Court to Hear High-Stakes Challenge to ICE “Bait and Switch” Tactic Targeting Maryland Immigrant Families
ACLU Maryland Executive Director Statement on Fatal Shootings by Federal Agents in Minneapolis
Cases, Campaigns & Legislation
Wicomico County NAACP et al. v Wicomico County et al
Justice for Korryn and Kodi Gaines
Caroline County NAACP et al v Federalsburg
Defend Anton's Law in Montgomery County
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