Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events

Event | In-person
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70th Anniversary Celebration

Since 1955, the ACLU of Kentucky, first known as the Kentucky Civil Liberties Union, has been a leading institution in the fight to defend civil liberties and expand our civil rights. Our work over the last 70 years in communities across Kentucky has evolved and transformed our organization. Today we are the strongest we've ever been, thanks to supporters like you, 13 full-time staff members, over 5,000 union members statewide, and 3,725 volunteers, working together to uphold the rule of law and safeguard our most precious freedoms. The theme for this anniversary, “Fighting Back, Fighting Forward,” describes the ways we are showing up in this critical moment. The ACLU of Kentucky has filed litigation against the Trump administration for book and curriculum bans at Department of Defense schools on military bases. We have joined a coalition of dedicated organizations to respond to the attacks against immigrants in Kentucky and distributed thousands of “Know Your Rights” materials across the state. To move the fight forward, we’ve launched a comprehensive strategic plan focused on safeguarding democracy, challenging systems of oppression, and supporting and developing leaders from communities. In these ways, we are contributing to the fights happening today, while building sustainable power for the future. We're working to raise $400,000 at the November event to keep up the momentum at this crucial moment. Will you help us meet this goal?
Nov 01, 2025 | 6:00 PM

Past Events

Event | In-person
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Kentucky Criminal Justice Forum + ACLU of KY

Learn about what's working and what need to change in Kentucky's state and local criminal legal systems.
Oct 27, 2022 | 9:00 AM
Event | In-person
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Reproductive Freedom Project Benefit

Join us to celebrate our partners, volunteers, and donors who tirelessly defend Kentuckians’ right to reproductive freedom.
Oct 23, 2022 | 2:00 PM
Event | In-person
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Bowling Green Pride Festival

Come see the ACLU of Kentucky team at Bowling Green Pride!
Oct 22, 2022 | 1:00 PM
Event | In-person
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Breaking Barriers: Breast Cancer Awareness Month Paint and Sip

Join the ACLU of Kentucky's Breaking Barriers Council to learn about Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Oct 21, 2022 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-person
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Take Root 2022: A Roadmap to Abortion Policy in the South

ACLU-KY staff will present on abortion policy in the south at Kentucky Health Justice Network's Take Root conference.
Oct 16, 2022 | 12:30 PM
Event | In-person
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Kentucky Law Journal Symposium on Redistricting

Join the Kentucky Law Journal for a symposium on redistricting, featuring ACLU of Kentucky Legal Director Corey Shapiro. Info + free registration ⬇️
Oct 14, 2022 | 9:00 AM
Event | In-person
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Building Power for Maternal Health

Meet the people and organizations working to reduce racial disparities in maternal health to build power, share resources, and move Kentucky forward.
Oct 08, 2022 | 11:00 AM
Event | In-person
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Let's Talk About Sex Part II: Sex Work is Work

Join the ACLU of Kentucky’s Breaking Barriers Council to learn about the legal, health, and societal issues around sex work in America.
Sep 27, 2022 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-person
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Volunteer Appreciation and Community Picnic

Join us to celebrate the hard work of our volunteers, meet the ACLU of Kentucky team, and see how you can get involved.
Sep 24, 2022 | 12:30 PM