OUR MISSION: The Civil Liberties Union works to protect and defend the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

We do this through public education, advocacy and litigation.

EDUCATION
NYCLULHV is actively involved in education. To increase public knowledge and awareness, we provide programs for schools, operate a Speakers Bureau which offers knowledgeable discussions of both basic and current topics for community organizations and hold public forums on civil liberties issues.

MONITORS
NYCLULHV monitors the actions of local governments at all levels, seeking to point out and prevent potential violations of rights before they occur by testifying on proposed legislation, participating in public hearings, commenting on the civil liberties aspects of proposals, and encouraging public awareness of infringements on our liberties.

RECEIVES COMPLAINTS
NYCLULHV receives and screens complaints of violations of protected rights, providing advice and volunteer legal assistance, ranging from research and statement of the legal issues implicated in situations, through advocacy and negotiation, and, in appropriate circumstances, including litigation at all levels.
 

BECOME A MEMBER
When you become a member of the Lower Hudson Valley Chapter you receive simultaneous membership in the NYCLU and ACLU Chapter members receive the Lower Hudson Valley County, New York State and ACLU newsletters as well as periodic announcements of Chapter events and programs .

COMMITTED VOLUNTEERS
NYCLULHV is an organization of committed volunteers. Some of us are lawyers; some are teachers, social workers, business-people, students or retired. We welcome you to join us.

OFFER YOUR PRO-BONO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
We welcome the support and expertise of attorneys and other professionals. Attorneys who work with our Legal Committee gain opportunities to contribute and participate in civil liberties litigation.

JOIN OUR BOARD
The Chapter Board of Directors guides the policy and activities of the local Chapter and works with the Director to extend our reach. We are always looking for Board members with new energy and skills. We invite you to add your ideas and energy to help us increase the presence of the ACLU.