Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events


Event | Virtual
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November Office Hour: November 18th

Join us for ACLU of Connecticut November Office Hour on Wednesday, November 18th at 6:00 pm ET. This is a welcoming virtual space where supporters can connect with staff, ask questions, and learn more about the work the ACLU is doing in Connecticut and across the country. Whether you’re curious about our current case load, looking to get involved, or just want to say hello, we’d love to hear from you! We will update the event description with specific details about our topic of conversation as we get closer to November 18th. In the meantime, register now using this link or the button below!
Nov 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | Virtual
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December Office Hour: End of Year Recap

Join us for ACLU of Connecticut November Office Hour on Wednesday, December 16th at 6:00 pm ET. This is a welcoming virtual space where supporters can connect with staff, ask questions, and learn more about the work the ACLU is doing in Connecticut and across the country. In this month’s office hour, we will reflect on the work we’ve done this year, what lies ahead for us in the new year, and how you can get involved. Register now using this link or the button below!
Dec 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)

Past Events


Event | Virtual
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October Office Hours: Community Connection

Join us on Wednesday, October 14th at 6:00 pm ET for the ACLU of Connecticut’s October Office Hours. We want to hold a welcoming virtual space where supporters can connect with staff, ask questions, and learn more about the work the ACLU is doing in Connecticut and across the country. Come join us! Register here or using the button below.
Oct 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | Virtual
On a light green background is "PLAN YOUR VOTE, CT!" in dark green text with green text under it that says "Train the Trainer Session #1". Next to that phrase is a collage of a person at a voting booth in green-scale.

Virtual Train the Trainer CT Voter Education 3

We’ll discuss strategies around sharing educational materials, connecting residents with reliable information, identifying and reporting voting-access issues, and organizing your networks to better understand our rights and options. Together, we can ensure that every eligible voter has what they need to cast their ballot in a way that’s easy and convenient. Join us for this train the trainer session on Thursday, October 8th from 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm ET by registering below!
Oct 08, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | Virtual
On a green background is "PLAN YOUR VOTE, CT!" in light green text with white text under it that says "Train the Trainer Session #1". Next to that phrase is a collage of a person at a voting booth in green-scale.

Virtual Train the Trainer CT Voter Education 2

We’ll discuss strategies around sharing educational materials, connecting residents with reliable information, identifying and reporting voting-access issues, and organizing your networks to better understand our rights and options. Together, we can ensure that every eligible voter has what they need to cast their ballot in a way that’s easy and convenient. Join us for this train the trainer session on Monday, September 28th from 12:00 pm to 1:15 pm ET by registering here or using the button below!
Sep 28, 2026 | 12:00 PM (ET)
Event | In-Person
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“No-Excuse” Voting Education Event

We are joining forces with the Hamden Human Rights & Relations Commission to present our Plan Your Vote Campaign. We want to spread the word about the 3 ways of voting! “No-excuse” voting (also known as mail-in voting) is here! How do you plan to vote? Connecticut now has 3 ways: Early In Person, Mail-In Ballot and on Election Day at your local District. Let’s make sure everyone knows-bring a friend and your questions! Register now by emailing HBC_HumanRR@Hamden.com.
Sep 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | Virtual
On a dark green background is "PLAN YOUR VOTE, CT!" in light green text with white text under it that says "Train the Trainer Session #1". Next to that phrase is a collage of a person at a voting booth in green-scale.

Virtual Train the Trainer CT Voter Education 1

We’ll discuss strategies around sharing educational materials, connecting residents with reliable information, identifying and reporting voting-access issues, and organizing your networks to better understand our rights and options. Together, we can ensure that every eligible voter has what they need to cast their ballot in a way that’s easy and convenient. Join our first train the trainer session on Monday, September 21st from 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm ET by registering here or using the button below!
Sep 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | Virtual
On a light green background is "PLAN YOUR VOTE" in dark green text with a red squiggle under "VOTE". Next to the word "VOTE" is a collage of a person at a voting booth in green-scale.

September Office Hours: Plan Your Vote, CT!

The November General Election is quickly approaching, and we want to make sure you have everything you need to cast your ballot. From knowing your rights at the polls to where the polls are in your town, we’ll go over resources, upcoming events, and how you can get involved. Join us on September 16th at 6:00 pm ET to learn how to plan your vote! Register using the button below or by clicking here.
Sep 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | In-Person
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Indivisible Southeast CT Monthly Meet Up

We’re joining the next Indivisible SECT Monthly Meeting 9/14! Details below: Concerned about Trump’s continued threats to a fair and free election this November? Want to know what you can do in Connecticut and beyond? Join us at Indivisible SECT’s meeting on September 14, when the ACLU-CT will present the Plan Your Vote, Connecticut education campaign. As of 2026, Connecticut voters have the option to choose between three easy ways to vote and want to equip you with the resources and information you need to plan your vote and be empowered to make your voice heard. They will also share information on their strategy to protect the 2026 elections including ACLU national plans for election protection for “at-risk states.” Cristher Estrada-Perez is the Community Engagement and Education Program Director. Gus Marks-Hamilton is the Advocacy and Organizing Manager. This a local Indivisible event held at the Lighthouse Inn at 6 W. Guthrie Place, New London, CT. The Inn opens just for our group! We will be congregating, socializing, and taking action together. Learn what you can do to help fight against fascism in our country. Help save our country from this fascist regime. Food and beverages are available for purchase. We hope you can join us! Learn more about the event on their Mobilize page, which will take you to a third-party website mobilize.us.
Sep 14, 2026 | 5:30 PM (ET)
Event | Virtual
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August Office Hour: Community Connection

We want to connect with you all! This month, join us for a community connection office hour, where you can connect with staff, ask questions, and learn more about the work the ACLU is doing in Connecticut and across the country. Whether you’re curious about our current case load, looking to get involved, or just want to say hello, we’d love to hear from you! There’s no formal agenda—just timely updates, followed by open conversation and connection. Register to join us on Wednesday, August 19th at 6 PM ET here.
Aug 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | Virtual
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June Office Hours

The 2026 Connecticut Legislative Session has wrapped up, and many of the policies we organized around and advocated for have now become law. Join us for a debrief where we’ll break down key legislation and what it means for communities across Connecticut. We’ll cover parts of SB 397, now Public Act 26-14, related to protected areas from civil immigration enforcement and automatic license plate readers (ALPRs). We’ll also discuss HB 5001, which expands access to voting by mail, along with other key election reforms. Together, we’ll review what these new laws do, what they mean for Connecticut residents and communities, and what to expect now that they’ve passed. Join this month’s office hour on Thursday, June 18th at 6:00 pm ET! Save your spot and register here. The link above will take you to a third-party website, Zoom.com, to submit a form to register for this event. By completing this form, I am joining the ACLU of Connecticut’s volunteer program and agreeing to receive emails, and, if I have entered a phone number, phone calls or texts from the ACLU of Connecticut, and their representatives about ways to take action and support the organization. To learn more about how we use your data, please see our Privacy Policy.
Jun 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)