January 13, 2025

In this impact report, you will get an inside look at our work to end Pueblo's unconstitutional detention practices, our upcoming legislative agenda, our efforts to defend Danielle SeeWalker, a Native American artist, from censorship, and more.

We'll keep fighting in the courts, at the capitol, and in our communities. Together, we can make Colorado a firewall for freedom.

Smart Justice

Victory Against Pueblo’s Unconstitutional Detention Practices

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The ACLU of Colorado litigated to stop the city of Pueblo from unlawfully jailing people for hundreds of days without constitutionally required charging documents.

Privacy and Liberty

Defending Danielle SeeWalker Against Vail’s Retaliation

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Vail selected Ms. SeeWalker to be its Summer 2024 Artist in Residence, which would have involved painting a mural in the town and participating in additional engagements. After months of planning, Vail abruptly cancelled Ms. SeeWalker’s residency...

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Be the Change You Want to See

With the results of the 2024 election in full focus, we are clear-eyed about the gravity of this moment in our country’s history. While there are enormous challenges ahead of us, they are not our destiny. The ACLU of Colorado’s commitment to make Colorado a beacon for civil rights and civil liberties remains stronger than ever.

Protecting Civil Liberties: A Legislative Look Ahead to 2025

With federal threats to our civil rights and civil liberties on the horizon, it’s more important than ever that we fight to protect Coloradans. In the 2025 legislative session, ACLU of Colorado will build on our previous work done in the 2024 session.

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A Groundbreaking Year for We Are the Vote

The 2024 election cycle was a landmark year for our We Are the Vote campaign, as we made unprecedented strides in mobilizing voters, protecting our personal freedoms, and pushing back against attacks on criminal legal reforms.

Systemic Equality

Pueblo Public Health Victory

We sued the city of Pueblo back in June on behalf of Colorado Health Network and the Southern Colorado Harm Reduction Association (SCHRA).

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Meet Suzie Post, Our New Director of Philanthropy

We’re thrilled to welcome Suzie Post as the new Director of Philanthropy at the ACLU of Colorado! Suzie brings over 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and advocacy.

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