Research & Publications

Calling for protection and expansion of fundamental rights that are essential to building a fairer and more welcoming New Jersey.

The report estimates a potential return of $2.30 to $3.14 for every dollar invested in New Jersey to provide a right to counsel in eviction proceedings.

In every election, we cast our votes on the issues that impact our communities and our lives. New Jersey’s 2025 election will decide our state’s priorities for years to come. And as attacks on our most fundamental rights continue across the country, the stakes could not be higher.

Since January 20, 2025, the White House has issued a series of executive orders targeting transgender, gender expansive, and intersex people, and attempted to require recipients of federal funding to discriminate against them. In response, we created this resource to help our families and community in New Jersey navigate these recent orders and attempts.

The ACLU of New Jersey and our partners have been working hard to protect the rights and liberties of all New Jerseyans. From advocating for the rights of immigrants and students, to defending against attacks by the Trump administration, we continue to stand up for the communities of New Jersey.

2024 was a critical year for ACLU-NJ, our partners, and our supporters. Deploying our expertise in the courts, in the legislature, and in our communities, we worked hard to preserve and expand civil rights and liberties and to build a strong firewall against attacks from the Trump administration.

Prepare your school community for interacting with immigration officials with these recommendations, frequently asked questions, and online resources.

Prepare your place of worship for interacting with immigration officials with these recommendations, frequently asked questions, and online resources.

Prepare your health center for interacting with immigration officials with these recommendations, frequently asked questions, and online resources.