Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events

Event | Virtual
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Legislative Session Town Hall

This town hall will break down what the ACLU of Minnesota and partners accomplished during Minnesota's 2026 legislative session and what to expect in the 2027 session. The ACLU-MN's policy team and national experts will present.
Jul 28, 2026 | 6:00 PM (CT)
Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk — Duluth

The ACLU of Minnesota is hosting a community event in Duluth to update ACLU-MN supporters on the work we’ve been doing and the impact it has had. We will have Know Your Rights resources and swag available for everyone who attends. We will also have a short program featuring ACLU-MN Executive Director Deepinder Mayell. Heavy appetizers will be provided and if you RSVP to hbailey@aclu-mn.org, you’ll receive a free drink ticket at the event.
Aug 05, 2026 | 5:00 PM (CT)
Event | In-Person
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North Star Talk — Rochester

The ACLU of Minnesota is hosting a community event in Rochester to update ACLU-MN supporters on the work we’ve been doing and the impact it has had. We will have Know Your Rights resources and swag available for everyone who attends. We will also have a short program featuring ACLU-MN Executive Director Deepinder Mayell. Heavy appetizers will be provided and if you RSVP to hbailey@aclu-mn.org, you’ll receive a free drink ticket at the event. There will be non-alcoholic options.
Aug 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM (CT)
Event | In-Person
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2026 Evening of Dissent: Make it Count

Register to attend our annual fundraiser, Evening of Dissent: Make it Count! Join ACLU-MN staff and supporters as we look back on a pivotal year, celebrate our victories, and preview the work ahead.
Oct 07, 2026 | 5:00 PM (CT)

Past Events

Event | In-Person
Know Your Rights Workshop

What If I'm Stopped by Police?

Jul 24, 2020 | 3:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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2020 ACLU-MN Virtual Liberty Awards

Please join the ACLU of Minnesota, emcee and renowned gospel singer Jearlyn Steele, and our award winners as we celebrate these heroes who protect and advance civil liberties throughout Minnesota. The virtual event streams live on ACLU-MN's Facebook page and YouTube on July 16 at 4:30 p.m.
Jul 16, 2020 | 4:30 PM
Event | In-Person
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Future of Policing

Jun 12, 2020 | 1:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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Holding Government Accountable: Learn Open Records

May 28, 2020 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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Office Hours with ACLU-MN Community Engagement Director Jana Kooren and Organizer Ismael Dore

We know you have questions about your rights and liberties during this frightening, frustrating time. That's why we created ACLU-MN Office Hours, a new virtual event that allows you to drop in and get your most pressing questions answered by one of our staff experts.
May 21, 2020 | 4:30 PM
Event | In-Person
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Office Hours with ACLU-MN Attorneys Ian Bratlie & Paul Dimick

We know you have questions about your rights and liberties during this frightening, frustrating time. That's why we created ACLU-MN Office Hours, a new virtual event that allows you to drop in and get your most pressing questions answered by one of our staff experts.
May 14, 2020 | 4:30 PM
Event | In-Person
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Real Justice Demands Smart Justice

May 13, 2020 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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Office Hours with ALCU-MN Organizers Julio Zelaya & Karla Esqueda

May 07, 2020 | 4:30 PM
Event | In-Person
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Office Hours with ACLU-MN Chief Programs Officer Benjamin Feist

We know you have questions about your rights and liberties during this frightening, frustrating time. That's why we created ACLU-MN Office Hours, a new virtual event that allows you to drop in and get your most pressing questions answered by one of our staff experts.
Apr 30, 2020 | 4:30 PM