Houston: DA for a Day
Did you know the District Attorney(D.A.) is the most powerful elected official in the Harris County criminal justice system?
October 31, 2019
Past Events
October 31, 2019
San Antonio Redistricting Postcard Party
Join us in taking action on redistricting on Wednesday, October 30! A few weeks ago, lawmakers held a redistricting town hall in San Antonio to listen to residents’ thoughts on the redistricting process, but we want to make sure this isn’t the last they hear from you!
October 31, 2019
Legal Observer Training: Dallas
The ACLU of Texas is hosting a training for volunteers to join the Dallas-area legal observer program! We’ll cover what to look out for at rallies and protests, how to remain neutral as an observer, and how you can become a leader on our legal observer coordinator team.
October 24, 2019
Dallas Meet-Up: Immigrants' Rights
Join the ACLU of Texas' newest staff members in Dallas for an update on the fight for immigrants' rights in the North Texas area. During the meet-up, we will discuss our role in the North Texas Immigrant Coalition (NTIC) and NTIC’s platform.
October 23, 2019
Austin Redistricting Postcard Party
For years, politicians have counted on Texans tuning out during this convoluted process — choosing to conduct their business behind closed doors and out of the public eye. The result? Partisan and racially gerrymandered districts where manipulated boundaries limit the power of voters.
October 22, 2019
Bail 101 Training
Money bail is one of the most corrupt and broken parts of Texas' justice system. It lets the size of a person’s wallet determine whether a person – who has been accused, but not convicted of a crime – can return home or stay locked up.
October 22, 2019
Volunteer Open House: Dallas
The ACLU of Texas is hosting a volunteer open house! Join the staff of the Dallas office for an afternoon of networking and mingling. We’ve recently hired two new Field Engagement staff members in Dallas, and they are excited to meet you!
DA for a Day: Smart Justice Workshop
Find out if you have what it takes to be one of the most powerful elected officials in Texas' criminal justice system at the next DA for a Day workshop!
October 18, 2019
Legal Observer Training: Brownsville
Join the ACLU of Texas Wednesday, October 16th, for a Legal Observer Training for new and established volunteers in Brownsville. ACLU of Texas Legal Observers are a crucial part of our mission to protect and preserve civil liberties across Texas.
Legal Observer Training: Houston
With more and more people making their voices heard by marching in the streets, it’s essential to have trained legal observers to ensure that no one’s First Amendment rights are violated.