Civil Liberties Defense Center

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Civil Liberties Defense Center supports movements that seek to dismantle the political and economic structures at the root of social inequality and environmental destruction. cldc.org/donate

Today is the anniversary of the Civil Rights Act!
Upcoming Pride event in Eugene, Oregon Sat 6/27
Graphic with a pencil-sketch illustration of a large tree with an expansive canopy above and sprawling roots below, serving as the background. A light blue square overlays the center. A bold red banner reads "Roots of Resistance" in white serif font. A dark teal box contains the text: "All movements fighting for liberation share interconnected roots." Body text reads: "From labor organizers to land defenders, from water protectors to racial justice advocates…" followed by the emphasized phrase in large dark red italic font: "an attack on one is an attack on us all." The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo — a crow on a skateboard — appears in the bottom right corner with the URL cldc.org.
Graphic with a pencil-sketch illustration of a large tree with visible roots above and below ground, serving as the background. A light blue square overlays the center. A bold red banner across the top reads "Roots of Resistance" in white serif font. Below, a dark teal box contains the text: "All movements fighting for liberation share interconnected roots." Body text reads: "From labor organizers to land defenders, from water protectors to racial justice advocates…" followed by the emphasized phrase in dark red italic font: "an attack on one is an attack on us all." The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo — a crow on a skateboard — appears in the bottom right corner with the URL cldc.org.
Graphic titled "Roots of Resistance" in bold white text on a dark red banner, set against a background illustration of a large tree with sprawling branches. A teal banner beneath reads: "All movements fighting for liberation share interconnected roots." Below, on a light blue background, two paragraphs of bold black text read: "From labor organizers to land defenders, from water protectors to racial justice advocates – an attack on one is an attack on us all. What Civil Liberties Defense Center's team loves about supporting these movements is that our allies stand with us, making us stronger than we could ever be alone. CLDC is a part of the connective tissue that holds movements together, supporting those of you who take even the boldest of actions, and getting legal resources out to folks who need them most." and "Our movement memory goes back over 23 years, and just like a raven, we remember who stood beside us, and we remember the government agencies and individuals who did not. We know that liberation is not something that is given. It is fought for – generation over generation – and that takes inter-generational wisdom, coordination, trust, and a willingness to fly together, even when the sky grows dark." A dark red footer reads in bold white text: "State repression of our constitutional rights has not slowed – it has accelerated."
An infographic advertising the "NLG Legal Observer Training" on a red background. The top text is white on black, and a white rectangle below defines legal observers. Black boxes on the left outline details, including Saturday 5/9 from 2-4 p.m. in Arcata. Text to the right details "Prior registration is required" and includes registration information and a QR code. The bottom details a logo and text. Link: tinyurl.com/HumCoLos2026
Approximately 40–50 people seated on wooden benches, lawn chairs, and camp chairs arranged in a wide semicircle around a central campfire in a wooded clearing. Two people stand at the front near the fire, apparently leading a presentation or activity. The surrounding landscape includes tall evergreen trees, a green tent, a small open-sided shelter, and rustic wooden stairs leading up a hillside. The scene suggests an outdoor training, workshop, or community gathering at a camp or retreat setting. Faces have been obscured for privacy.
Hiring announcement flyer on a light green background. Large bold text reads: WE'RE HIRING!! CLDC is hiring a LEGAL WORKER to support our Legal Team! Three bullet points with dark navy circular icons list the highlights: Support Our Expert Movement Lawyers; Work Alongside Our Staff, Clients, Witnesses & Courts; Eugene-Based Position. A dark navy 'Apply Now' button and the URL cldc.org/jobs appear at the bottom left. The CLDC raven logo appears in the top right corner. The right half of the image features a photograph of a large crowd of protesters holding signs, including Black Lives Matter signs. A QR code appears in the bottom right corner.
Flyer for "Week of Abolition 2026" featuring bold white and green text on a dark textured background. Header reads "ABOLISH ICE" in green. A gray central panel announces: "NLG, ILSA, and CLDC Present an I.C.E. Know Your Rights Training." A bright green banner displays the date and time: "Thursday, March 5, 5:30 PM — location provided on registration." Body text reads: "ILSA and NLG are teaming up with CLDC to provide students with a tailored Know Your Rights Training. This training will focus on what to do when interacting with ICE. This event will also feature several attorneys to answer any questions students may have." A QR code is displayed with the label "Register Here!" At the bottom are three logos: ILSA (Immigration Law Student Association), Civil Liberties Defense Center, and National Lawyers Guild.
Infographic with a dark red background and the Civil Liberties Defense Center logo in the upper left corner. Bold white text reads "Activist Anniversaries & Days of Action." Two entries are listed: Entry 1 — "Feb. 27, 1973" — Approximately 200 Oglala Sioux and American Indian Movement activists occupy the Pine Ridge Reservation in Wounded Knee, South Dakota for 71 days to protest tribal leadership corruption and federal treaty violations. Entry 2 — "March 3" — International Sex Workers' Rights Day commemorates a 2001 event where over 25,000 sex workers gathered in Kolkata, India to demand workers' rights and safety in the face of stigma, criminalization, and violence. Each entry is accompanied by a teal icon — raised fists for entry 1 and a balance scale for entry 2.
Sponsor a Legal Observer campaign graphic showing cartoon panda wearing bright green National Lawyers Guild Legal Observers helmet and gas mask, holding phone. Labels point to helmet and gas mask. Civil Liberties Defense Center logo at top. Donation link: givebutter.com/SponsorLOs
Rebel Revelry benefit concert flyer featuring Carsie Blanton and Devon Sproule, February 27th at 6pm. Sliding scale tickets $20-50, $10 with student ID. QR code for tickets included.
Fundraising update graphic with silhouetted forest treeline against dawn sky. Header reads 'WE'RE NOT DONE YET!' followed by text explaining CLDC increased their End of Year Fundraiser goal to $100k and is responding to donor encouragement to aim higher. Bottom section shows five black ravens in silhouette, one wearing a small red scarf, with text: 'Like a flock of ravens, we will fiercely protect our own. The more staff we can hire, the better we can protect our flock. Will you answer the call?' CLDC logo (raven with gavel in circular badge) appears in top right corner. Donation URL cldc.org/donate at bottom.
Event flyer with dark blue background featuring a determined-looking white bunny character in the upper left corner. Large pink text reads 'ARMOR UP! DEFENDING YOUR IDENTITY' at the top. The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo (a raven holding scales) appears in the upper right with 'cldc.org'. Center text shows 'February 3rd, 2026, 5-6PM' in bold navy letters on a pink banner. A gradient pink-to-blue raised fist icon appears on the left side. White and purple text indicates the event is for 'TRANS YOUTH & THEIR ALLIES' in a 'HYBRID: ZOOM & IN PERSON' format. Three illustrated arms raised in solidarity holding trans pride flags appear on the right side. Bottom text notes 'SNACKS!' and registration information 'bit.ly/defendyou2026'. The design uses pink, blue, and purple throughout, reflecting trans pride colors.
Graphic showing silhouettes of ravens in flight and on the ground against a forest treeline at dusk with cloudy sky. Text reads: 'We've reached our $75,000 end of year fundraiser goal!' followed by 'That's why we're extending our campaign goal to $100,000 by January 20th, 2026.' Below the ravens: 'You've already proven you're part of this flock. Now we're asking you to gather again – one more time.' CLDC logo (raven with key in circular red border) appears in top right corner. Bottom text: 'cldc.org/donate'"
Here's alt text for this image: "Teal and blue gradient graphic with 'EXTENDED' badge announcing 'LAST CALL for SUMMER LAW CLERK APPLICATIONS' in bold white text. Requirements listed with icons: location pin for 'Remote & in person opportunities,' people at desks for 'Strong legal research & writing skills,' and raised fists for '2L preferred, or 1L with strong activist background.' Note states 'must be a law student to apply!' Large white text shows 'DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 15th' with dark blue 'Apply Now' button and 'cldc.org/jobs' URL. Right side features protest march photo with raised signs and Civil Liberties Defense Center logo showing black crow and circular text at bottom right."
Concert poster featuring Carsie Blanton, a woman with curly red hair wearing a pink top, smiling at the camera. The poster advertises a benefit concert for CLDC's Activist Defense Fund on February 27th at 6PM with guest Devon Sproule. Ticket prices are listed as sliding scale $20-50, or $10 with student ID. The poster includes a QR code in the top left corner, and a quote bubble saying 'IT'S NOT MY REVOLUTION IF I CAN'T DANCE TO IT' with an image of an older man speaking. The bottom shows logos for Civil Liberties Defense Center (cldc.org) and WOW Hall in Eugene, Oregon.
CLDC job posting flyer with protest march background image. Header reads 'WE'RE HIRING!!' in light blue and 'CLDC is hiring a COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER' in yellow-green text. Three circular icons with requirements: location pin icon for 'Remote or in person position', pencil icon for 'Degree in communications, journalism, PR or equivalent', and raised fists icon for 'Experience in movement-aligned communications'. Yellow-green button states 'Apply Now' with arrow. Bottom text reads 'cldc.org/jobs'. CLDC logo (black crow silhouette with text 'Civil Liberties Defense Center') appears in bottom right corner. Background shows crowd of protesters holding signs at outdoor demonstration under blue sky with green stars as decorative elements.
A silhouette of ravens gathering at dusk behind barbed wire fencing, with an orange-red sky. Text reads: "Just as ravens join in a conspiracy to plan a coordinated action, a committed donor has joined forces with CLDC to commit a MATCH of up to $20,000." Ravens are shown both perched and in flight against bare tree branches. CLDC logo appears in bottom right corner.
Event flyer for a webinar titled "Your Rights to Protest ICE" scheduled for November 25, 4-6pm PST. The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo (a black crow on a skateboard in a circular badge) appears in the top left. The main text explains that CLDC attorneys Lauren Regan and Matt Kellegrew will discuss the rights and risks of protesting against ICE and its authoritarian regime, covering constitutional rights to assemble, speak and protest, and new federal regulations that curtail these first amendment rights. The tagline reads "Knowledge is Power! We've got your back!" A 3D illustration on the right shows a cartoon brown teddy bear holding a green book with a dove symbol and a megaphone, standing next to a melting ice cube. A QR code appears in the bottom left, and registration information directs people to tinyurl.com/protestice. The webinar is 90 minutes long with translation services available upon request.
Promotional flyer from Civil Liberties Defense Center featuring a pixel art cat mascot wearing armor. The title reads 'PROTECTING YOUR ASSET(S): a webinar for environmental & social justice activists' in bold red letters. The main text explains that when exercising constitutional rights, activists may face SLAPP suits, damage claims, court fines, restitution fees, or attorney fees, and the webinar will teach how to protect assets, eliminate debt through bankruptcy, and understand limits on government authority to seize assets. The event is scheduled for Nov. 12th 5-7pm PST. A QR code appears in the bottom right corner. the registration link at the bottom reads: tinyurl.com/protectURAssETS
A dramatic scene showing a black raven in flight carrying a red key in its talons against a stormy teal sky with dark clouds and a lightning bolt striking down. Silhouetted evergreen trees line the bottom of the image. White text at the top reads "It's always darkest just before the light..." The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo appears in the bottom left corner.
Promotional flyer from Civil Liberties Defense Center featuring a pixel art cat mascot wearing armor. The title reads 'PROTECTING YOUR ASSET(S): a webinar for environmental & social justice activists' in bold red letters. The main text explains that when exercising constitutional rights, activists may face SLAPP suits, damage claims, court fines, restitution fees, or attorney fees, and the webinar will teach how to protect assets, eliminate debt through bankruptcy, and understand limits on government authority to seize assets. The event is scheduled for Nov. 12th 5-7pm PST. A QR code appears in the bottom right corner.
Wolf Awareness Week infographic featuring a howling gray wolf against a teal background with decorative wavy shapes. The design includes a 'Fun Fact' callout stating that a wolf's howl can carry over 10 miles in empty terrain. The main text explains that Wolf Awareness Week (October 19-25, 2025) is a time to reflect on the essential role wolves play in keeping ecosystems balanced and resilient.
Event postponed stamp overlaid on concert flyer featuring Carsie Blanton with curly hair and tattoos. Text reads: 'CARSIE BLANTON with guests Tyler Wade & Devon Sproule - Benefit concert for CLDC's Activist Defense Fund. October 12th @ 6PM, Sliding Scale Tix: $15-50, $10 with student id.' Quote bubble states 'THIS IS NOT MY REVOLUTION IF I CAN'T DANCE TO IT.' QR code in upper left corner. Bottom shows Civil Liberties Defense Center logo with crow and WOW Hall logo from Eugene, Oregon. Website: cldc.org
Concert poster featuring Carsie Blanton, a woman with curly red hair wearing a pink top, smiling at the camera. The poster advertises a benefit concert for CLDC's Activist Defense Fund on October 12th at 6PM with guests Peter Wilde and Devon Sproule. Ticket prices are listed as sliding scale $15-50, or $10 with student ID. The poster includes a QR code in the top left corner, and a quote bubble saying 'IT'S NOT MY REVOLUTION IF I CAN'T DANCE TO IT' with an image of an older man speaking. The bottom shows logos for Civil Liberties Defense Center (cldc.org) and WOW Hall in Eugene, Oregon.
A group of approximately 20 people in business attire poses for a photo on the stone steps in front of the R. Slaton Courthouse, a neoclassical building with white stone columns and arched entrances. The building displays '136' as its address number. The group appears to be lawyers or legal professionals, dressed in suits and professional clothing, standing together after what was likely a court proceeding or legal event.
"Concert flyer featuring a smiling person with curly red hair wearing a pink top and visible tattoos. The flyer advertises 'Carsie Blanton with guest Peter Wilde - Benefit concert for CLDC's Activist Defense Fund' on October 12th at 6PM with sliding scale tickets $15-50 ($10 with student ID). A speech bubble contains the quote 'It's not my revolution if I can't dance to it.' The venue is WOW Hall in Eugene, Oregon. The flyer includes logos for Civil Liberties Defense Center (cldc.org) and a QR code in the upper left corner."
Concert poster featuring a smiling person with curly red hair wearing a pink top and visible tattoos. The poster advertises 'CARSIE BLANTON Benefit concert for CLDC's Activist Defense Fund' on October 12th at 6PM with sliding scale tickets $15-50. There's a QR code in the top left corner and a speech bubble quote saying 'IT'S NOT MY REVOLUTION IF I CAN'T DANCE TO IT.' The bottom shows logos for Civil Liberties Defense Center (cldc.org) and WOW Hall in Eugene, Oregon.
A promotional poster for a Carsie Blanton benefit concert. The image shows a woman with curly reddish hair and tattoos wearing a pink top, with a speech bubble saying 'SAVE THE DATE!' The poster advertises a benefit concert for CLDC's Activist Defense Fund on October 12, 2025 at WOW Hall in Eugene, OR. There's a smaller image in the corner of a man with a speech bubble saying 'IT'S NOT MY REVOLUTION IF I CAN'T DANCE TO IT.' The bottom features the Civil Liberties Defense Center logo with a raven and the website cldc.org.
A graphic with a red gradient background featuring a black silhouette of a judge's gavel. Large white text reads 'VICTORY!' at the top, with smaller white text below stating 'Pro-Palestine Movement Defeats Baseless Lawsuit Targeting Right to Protest in Chicago.' A small arrow icon appears in the bottom right corner.
Image shows two people celebrating, with text announcing "Cop City Terrorism Charge Dismissed!" The text explains that a DeKalb County Judge dismissed Jamie Marsicano's domestic terrorism charge, calling it "a testament to aggressive, participatory defense." It notes Jamie is still fighting RICO charges with 60 others, and 40 others still face domestic terrorism charges. The image concludes "The Cop City prosecution is crumbling! FREE THE ATL 61"
Informational poster for International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples on August 9, 2025. The design features a stylized green feather on the left side against a light background. The main heading is displayed in large white text on a dark green background. Below is explanatory text on a bright green section describing the day as one for drawing global attention to indigenous peoples' fundamental rights and recognizing ongoing worldwide exploitation of indigenous communities, calling for global mobilization to oppose settler colonial structures and amplify indigenous leadership. At the bottom, orange text encourages learning more about indigenous work in Northern California through an interview with Dania Rose Colegrove. The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo appears in the bottom right corner, showing a black bird (likely a raven or crow) in a circular design. Additional design elements include a small rainbow-like curved element and a star-burst symbol.
MIGRA WATCH ICE WATCH - keeping our communities safer from fascism July 31, 2025 from 6-8pm Location: University of Oregon Law School, Room 175 Many concerned neighbors and community members are stepping up to support and observe the authoritarian government actions against our immigrant community. CLDC will be providing a Migra Watch workshop to empower people to effectively and safely monitor and observe ICE kidnappings and other interactions. Please email info@cldc.org with accessibility needs. Spanish interpreter available. *Law enforcement, ICE and other government agents are prohibited from attending this Invite Only Private Event.
LEGAL OBSERVER TRAINING August 5th from 6-8pm Location: | University of Oregon Law School, Rm 175 Legal Observers® are the “eyes and ears” of the legal team. They create documentation during events which can later be use in defense cases, public statements, and litigation which aims to a hold law enforcement agencies accountable for the actions of their officers. Official Programs provide their Legal Observers® with neon-green hats, which have become a symbol of legal support for progressive movements in the United States and beyond. Please email info@cldc.org with accessibility needs. *Law enforcement, ICE and other government agents are prohibited from attending this Invite Only Private Event.
This documentation provides bullet points regarding: "Know Your Rights when going to Immigration Court." It is written in both English and Spanish.
Cara and Celeste posing with their legal representatives outside the courthouse.
Gratitude graphic showing a black raven perched on red-outlined cherry blossom branches. Text reads 'We couldn't be more grateful for the way our community is standing with us.' Civil Liberties Defense Center logo with raven appears in bottom left corner.
A Juneteenth flyer with a dark red background featuring colorful firework-like bursts and decorative elements. The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo appears in the top left corner showing a raven silhouette. The main text reads "celebrates freedom on Juneteenth" in white text, with "Juneteenth" written in large golden script lettering surrounded by a circular pattern of colorful triangular bunting in red, green, and orange. Below, white text states "Join us in honoring Black resilience & resistance - and the fight for true liberation for all." The right side features a red silhouette of a Black woman's profile with a crescent moon and decorative elements. The bottom has a border of colorful vertical stripes in red, green, orange, and other vibrant colors, with scattered star and firework designs throughout.
Three portrait photos of men against a background of large tree trunks in a park setting. The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo appears in the top right corner. Text at bottom reads 'International Day of Solidarity with Long-Term Anarchist Prisoners' in green lettering. Website credits appear below each photo: hindustantimes.com, itsgoingdown.org, and malikspeaks.org.
Fundraising graphic with black birds in flight against a pink floral background. Text reads 'The Conspiracy for Justice Arises! A generous match partner has stepped up to double every donation made between now and June 20th!' Logo shows Civil Liberties Defense Center with a raven and cldc.org website.
Promotional graphic for 'Teach Truth Day of Action' on June 7, 2025. The left side features large white text reading 'Teach banned History!' on a dark background with red accent marks. A red banner below states 'Teach Truth Day of Action!' The Civil Liberties Defense Center logo (featuring a raven) appears in the upper right. The right side shows colorful paper cutout figures of people in various colors (yellow, green, blue, pink, orange) arranged on a light blue background.
Colorful Pride Month celebration graphic with rainbow curved stripes flowing across a sparkly background. The CLDC logo appears at the top, with 'celebrates' in script lettering and 'PRIDE MONTH' in large pink block letters, all contained within a white rounded frame.
A side-by-side comparison showing two images. Left: A man with dark curly hair and facial hair wearing a green striped polo shirt speaks to reporters, with microphones visible in the foreground and other people in the background. Right: A person in dark clothing kneels beside a memorial wall featuring large black and white portraits, with lit candles, flowers, and tributes placed on the ground, and a 'No Justice No Peace' sign visible in the foreground during what appears to be a nighttime vigil.
"Fundraising graphic with decorative floral background featuring black ravens in flight. Red banner text reads 'WE DID IT! Your incredible support just smashed our $25,000 Spring Appeal goal – but we're not stopping there.' Includes Civil Liberties Defense Center logo with raven symbol and website cldc.org."
The image is an advertisement from the Civil Liberties Defense Center (CLDC) announcing a new criminal defense attorney. The design features a red and black color scheme with white text on a background showing what appears to be a protest with people holding signs. The main text reads "We have a new criminal defense attorney!" and "Now Accepting New Clients." There's also text stating "Bar-licensed in Oregon, California & Washington" and the website "cldc.org/contact" at the bottom. In the upper right corner is the CLDC logo, which shows a black bird (possibly a raven) with scales of justice and "CIVIL LIBERTIES DEFENSE CENTER" text around it, along with "cldc.org" at the bottom of the logo. The background includes red dot patterns and protest imagery.
Promotional graphic for the Civil Liberties Defense Center's new resource library. The bright green background features the CLDC logo (a raven with a key) and text reading 'NEW RESOURCE LIBRARY!' At center is a tablet display showing information about constitutional rights with text stating 'What rights do I have? Whether or not you're a U.S. citizen, or a minor or adult, you have the same constitutional rights on U.S. soil.' The right side shows protesters holding a rainbow banner about rights. Surrounding the central image are various resource cards including 'How to secure your phone against confiscation or loss,' 'Magic Words' in English and Arabic for encounters with authorities (including phrases like 'Am I being detained,' 'I do not consent to this search,' 'I want to remain silent,' and 'I want a lawyer'), and phone security tips. The bottom of the image promotes 'Browse our new Resource Library today!' with the website cldc.org/resource-library.
A demonstration with Indigenous people wearing red clothing and holding signs. One sign reads "MMIP" with red handprints, another reads "OUR STOLEN RELATIVES ARE GONE NOT FORGOTTEN," and another says "SAY HER NAME EMILY PIKE." The image has red banners at top and bottom with text: "May 5th is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples" and "Today We Wear Red to Bring Awareness to ALL Murdered and Missing Indigenous Peoples." The image is marked "1/3" in the top right corner.
A promotional graphic featuring a black raven perched on a branch with red cherry blossoms. The image has a bold red text box stating: "In times when we feel the most afraid, our solidarity & action must grow stronger." The CLDC logo appears in the bottom left corner, showing a raven with a key and the text "CIVIL LIBERTIES DEFENSE CENTER" and website "cldc.org".
A promotional Earth Day image from CLDC featuring a view looking up at tall trees with a bright lime-green circular overlay. The CLDC logo (showing rainbow-colored curved lines and a bird silhouette) appears at the top with text reading 'IS PROUD TO CELEBRATE Earth Day' followed by 'Every action counts. What will you do to protect our planet today?' The bottom right corner includes 'Check out what we're doing at CLDC.ORG'. The background shows a forest canopy from below with sunlight filtering through the trees.
The image is a colorful promotional poster for International Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31). It features a green background with decorative wave patterns in light blue, pink, and white (colors of the transgender flag). At the top, pink text reads "Together We Honor International Transgender Day of Visibility" with "MARCH 31" highlighted in an orange box with light blue numbers. The center features large white text stating "TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS" with a heart in the middle containing rainbow and transgender flag colors. At the bottom are illustrated cartoon figures - one in pink clothing and one in blue, with one holding what appears to be a transgender flag. The bottom corner shows "CLDC.ORG" and a CLDC logo. The overall design uses the transgender flag colors (pink, blue, white) prominently throughout with a modern, bold graphic style.
Promotional flyer for CLDC (Civil Liberties Defense Center) event titled "Know Your Rights & Risks and Legal Observer Trainings" with "In Person!" highlighted. The top shows the CLDC logo with rainbow-colored stripes. The center features silhouettes of four people standing together in solidarity. The bottom lists co-sponsoring organizations from Eugene including Our Community Plaza, 350 Eugene, Grower's Market Eugene, Indivisible Eugene/Springfield, Oregon Community Asylum Network (OCAN), and The Lavender Network.