Press Releases

The ACLU of New Jersey has media staff to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil liberties and constitutional freedoms. To schedule an interview with one of our experts, members of the press can call 973-854-1707 or send an email to press@aclu-nj.org. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.

Social Justice Groups Object to Increasing Police Presence at NJ Schools in Wake of Texas Shooting

New Jersey Institute for Social Justice, the New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice, the ACLU of New Jersey, and the Education Law Center call for effective action over harmful knee-jerk reactions.

Civil Rights Leaders Say No to Increasing Law Enforcement Officers to Address Public Safety Concerns

Increased investments in law enforcement officers and surveillance technology do not improve public safety. Time and time again, history has shown us that increased funding to police harms communities of color the most.

NJ Groups Petition State for Rules on District Use of School Security Aid

Student and civil rights organizations champion urgent need for SEL, restorative justice, and mental health supports in schools

ACLU of New Jersey Calls for Total Ban on Use of Facial Recognition Technology by Law Enforcement

In comments to the NJ Attorney General, ACLU-NJ and partners caution against the uniquely dangerous threats to civil liberties and racial justice that facial recognition technology poses.