ACLU of Washington

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Protecting the civil rights and civil liberties of all in Washington state. Advocating: ⚖ in the Courts 🗽 in the Legislature 🤝 with community

Maroon graphic with pink text that reads "Facing discrimination? Washington state has your back. Learn about the state laws that protect trans and non-binary people from discrimination and harassment." Below the text is a collage of a courthouse and a hand holding a sign that says "trans people belong." ACLU of Washington logo at the bottom.
Black graphic with a black border decorated with red, blue, white, green, and yellow stars. The title reads "Know Your Rights: I have a disability — what are my rights at work?" ACLU of Washington logo at the bottom.
U.S. Port of Entry sign at Blaine, WA. Below, white text on black background reads, "For nearly a month, CBP held the family of six under inhumane conditions in a single, cramped cell meant only for short-term detention. CBP rarely allowed the family out of the cell, which was unbearably hot and filthy. The cell had no natural light or window to the outside world, and was bare, except for thin mats, space blankets, a toilet, and a sink." What it was like for our clients detained in Blaine, WA
Photo of family walking. Text reads, "I want people to know what happened to my family. I want people to know the truth about how much the government hurt my children, my wife, and me. I hope that if people know the truth, this will not happen to another family." Quote was by José, our client who was detained with his family in Blaine, WA for nearly a month
Blue poster saying Election day is Tuesday, Aug 4. Three peace-sign hands in varied skin tones with VOTE stickers; ACLU WA logo
Know Your Rights header; text: I want to vote and I have a disability or health condition. ACLU WA logo.
Cream graphic with red and blue stripes on the bottom. Text reads "As a primary voter, you decide who ends up on the ballot for the general election. This year, there are a lot of important races on the ballot. Up for election are: All 98 members of the Washington House of Representatives 24 of 49 spots in the Washington Senate 5 of the 9 seats on the Washington Supreme Court 10 members of the US House of Representatives"
Black graphic with the heading "Know your rights — I have a disability and am renting a home." Red, blue, green, red, and white stars border the words on both sides. ACLU of Washington logo at the bottom.
Primary election dates in Washington: July 17 ballots mailed and voting begins; July 27 last day to register to vote or update your address by mail or online; Aug 4 Election Day, ballots due 8pm. You can still register to vote or update you address in person on this day.
Judicial Candidate Forum for WA State Supreme Court hosted by the Ummah Bar Association & partners — July 20, 2026, 5:30–8:30 PM at Kent Community Center; RSVP by July 16 to attend in person.
A graphic featuring a photo of Alice Wong on the right. On the left, a quote in black text reads: "Disability is both apparent and nonapparent. Disability is pain, struggle, brilliance, abundance, and joy. Disability is sociopolitical, cultural and biological. Being visible and claiming a disabled identity brings risks as much as it brings pride.” Below the quote, in smaller purple text, is her name. Disability Pride Month label and ACLU logo in white at the bottom.
Yellow poster with rainbow and blue cloud reading "We've Got Your Back", headline "Pride Across Washington" and ACLU WA logo.
Green graphic with text that reads "Telling someone their rights can include: Offering practical advice for interacting with law enforcement Suggesting specific words they can say to exercise their rights or understand if they’re under arrest."
Green graphic with an image of the World Cup trophy. Text reads "You have the right to tell people their legal rights. This applies even when the person has broken the law or is breaking the law. If you are a lawyer, make clear you’re not giving legal advice." ACLU of Washington logo at the bottom left.
Beige graphic with stars and elements resembling fireworks. Text in dark blue reads "We the people means all of us" with ACLU-WA logo.
A white graphic with two red borders and a line of white stars on the left and right edges. The text reads: “To put it simply – We are the changemakers we've been looking for.” ACLU-WA logo.
A white graphic with two red borders and a line of white stars on the left and right edges. The text reads: “Freedom is a group project. What celebrating 250 years of America means.” In the center, is a black and white clover shaped protest photo with a 'Power to the People' sign. On the bottom, there is an ACLU-WA logo.
Bright pink poster reading "Trans Youth Belong On Our Teams." ACLU Washington logo at bottom
Maroon graphic with a quote that reads "Immigrants make [our state] and our country stronger, and we will continue to do everything in our power to fight back against this administration’s attempts to redefine who belongs in America."— ACLU of Washington executive director michele storms.
Maroon graphic with a quote that reads "Birthright citizenship is a foundational concept in our democracy, and here, the court upheld the clear language of our Constitution. The Constitution is for everyone, including and especially those who are the most vulnerable." — ACLU of Washington executive director michele storms.
Photo of a person from behind with a pride and trans flags on a backpack at a Pride march, holding a sign that says "No Hate in WA State. Vote no on I-001 & I-638." The photo has a rainbow border and an illustration of a rainbow and clouds with the words "we've got your back" in the center.
Photo of a Pride parade crowd with a raised blue and pink sign that reads 'Together WE WIN — fight for the T in team." The image has a rainbow border and an illustration of a rainbow and clouds with the words "we've got your back" in the center.
Black, white, and green graphic. 2023 quote from Justice Sonya Sotomayor from her dissent in Grants Pass v. Johnson "Sleep is a biological necessity, not a crime. For some people, sleeping outside is their only option."
Rainbow gradient graphic reading, “Fighting for all to be joyously free. Why Pride is more than a celebration.” with a "We've Got Your Back" rainbow illustration sticker and dark ACLU-WA logo.
Text reads "Can police or immigration officers randomly search me? No, police and immigration officers need your consent or probable cause to search you or your belongings. You don’t have to consent to a search. Police may pat down your clothing if they suspect you have a weapon."
ACLU of Washington green graphic reading "Know Your Rights. What if I get stopped by police or ICE officers?"
Purple and pink graphic that reads: Trans and non-binary people deserve accurate IDs that reflect who they are. ACLU-WA logo and collage of a Washington driver's license and a pink abstract shape.
Collage of a profile photo of ACLU-WA executive director (a Black woman with glasses and a braided topknot looking up), and a Juneteenth flag graphic, beside the title, "The Road to Freedom and Belonging: a reflection on Juneteenth from our executive director" with the ACLU-WA logo.
Purple background with bold black text reading "Trans youth belong in our families," plus small "Pride Month" and ACLU WA logos.
How to Prepare for the World Cup in Seattle as a Washingtonian or a visitor. Text is set below a collage of a cheering stadium crowd, the Space Needle, and World Cup trophy. The ACLU-WA logo is in white at the bottom.
ACLU-WA supporters in the Spokane pride parade carrying a transgender pride flag and pinwheels; one wears a shirt saying, "We've got your back."
Design layered on a textured rainbow gradient. Design says, "Your pride, your power, your joy." A hand-illustrated rainbow in the center of the deign says, "We've got your back." and below, it reads, "Together we'll celebrate and defend it." ACLU WA logo in black.
Quote by ACLU Legal Director Cecilia Wang explaining why birthright citizenship matters. Quote reads "I myself am a 14th amendment citizen because my parents had not yet naturalized when I was born...[That first generation of Americans] came to this country with hopes and dreams and they gave birth to future Americans. And that’s us."
Navy graphic with a list of Juneteenth events in Washington and the Juneteenth flag at the top. June 13 Bremerton; June 14 Bellevue; June 17 Kenmore (ACLU‑WA speaker); June 18 Seattle & Tacoma
Juneteenth Across Washington navy graphic with the Juneteenth flag (white star and sunburst over red horizon): Below the flag, text reads: "Scroll for Events." ACLU WA logo at the bottom.
Graphic that reads "Thank you for your advocacy. This work takes ALL of us. We cannot leave anyone behind." In the middle is a picture of supporters and community partners wearing red hats and holding signs in support of the Fair Score Act (HB 1274) and Second Look Pathway for Youth (HB 1317).
Five people in red hats hold signs before a government building in Olympia, Washington calling to pass House Bill 1317 (aka Second Look Pathway for Youth) for fairer sentencing. Text above the phot reads "Freedom, safety, and belonging. In every advocacy day, lawmaker meeting, and policy debate, we fought for the freedom, safety, and belonging of everyone who calls Washington home."
White graphic with a quote from Andrew, an immigrant and father of 2, speaking about the fight for birthright citizenship. The quote reads "My child is now a political debate. In 10 years, if she loses citizenship, she will know that despite the consequences, a lot of people fought for her." ACLU-WA logo at the bottom.
Magenta background with "Pride Across Washington" header, rainbow and stylized "We've Got Your Back" graphic, ACLU WA logo.
Graphic with image of Cecilia Wang reads: “I myself am a 14th Amendment citizen because my parents had not yet naturalized when I was born. So I walked in [to court] today with the spirit of my parents and so many people’s ancestors.”
Image of New York City mayor, Mayor Zohran Mamdani with the caption: “A life of dignity should not be reserved for a fortunate few.”
Black-and-white photo of diver Vicky Manalo Driver midflip over a pool; quote urging youth to pursue dreams. Quote reads "I'd say to any young people, if they have dreams to follow then see them all the way through no matter what it takes." AAPI Heritage Month banner, ACLU logo.
Quote graphic: "Gender-affirming care should remain private between patients and their doctors." Quote is from ACLU-WA staff attorney. Background is light pink with a small collage of fists raised in front of the Supreme Court centered below the text.
Yellow graphic for May Day with the title: "We are Relentless. Together." "We the People" sign in top right corner. Text below reads "Every act of solidarity and resistance we take matters. For keeping each other safe, for protecting our rights, and for creating the world we want.
Yellow graphic for May Day with the title "Power belongs to the people." Text below reads: "We all deserve justice, safety, and dignity. That includes immigrant rights, workers' rights, and the right to protest without fear." ACLU-WA logo at the bottom.
A multicolored graphic frame is laid over the quote: “How can I lose faith in the justice of life, when the dreams of those who sleep upon feathers are not more beautiful than the dreams of those who sleep upon the earth?” - Khalil Gibran, Poet and Visual Artist.
Quote by a Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan from her dissenting opinion: "[The Voting Rights Act] was born of the literal blood of Union soldiers and civil rights marchers. It ushered in awe-inspiring change, bringing this Nation closer to fulfilling the ideals of democracy and racial equality. And it has been repeatedly, and overwhelmingly, reauthorized by the people's representatives in Congress. Only they have the right to say it is no longer needed—not the Members of this Court."
Voters in line by a "VOTE HERE" sign; banner reads "BREAKING: Supreme Court weakens the Voting Rights Act" against a navy-blue background. ACLU-WA logo at the bottom.
Know your rights at airports cover — TSA emblem and Statue of Liberty collaged on a purple background. ACLU Washington logo in orange.
A photo of Assia Boundaoui, filmmaker and journalist. A multicolored graphic frame is laid over the image with the header, "Arab American Heritage Month".
Black text on a light pink background. Quote is from ACLU-WA staff attorney and reads, “Gender-affirming care, like all other types of medical care, should remain private between patients and their doctors. ACLU-WA is fiercely committed to defending this access.”