New York Civil Liberties Union
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Based in New York, the New York Civil Liberties Union is a mid-sized nonprofit that champions civil rights and civil liberties for residents to live with dignity, liberty, justice, and equality. Founded in 1951 as the state affiliate of the ACLU, the organization blends litigation, policy advocacy, field organizing, and strategic communications to advance its mission. It is supported by more than 90,000 member-donors, whose backing enables its ongoing work across a range of issues. Its activities are aimed at extending protections to more people through legal action, policy work, and community engagement within the state. A recent development includes the release of a Civil Rights Agenda for the next mayor, signaling the organization’s policy priorities and focus areas.