Do you have a felony record? You May Be Eligible to Vote
For many, voting after incarceration is a true second chance. We need to ensure every eligible voter has the tools to be an active part of their community and make their voice heard. Know your rights and help others make their voice heard.
The ACLU of Kansas presents Marching On!, a podcast on civil liberties, civil rights, and the fight for democracy in the Free State and beyond. In the spirit of John Brown, we discuss the march toward freedom—including the trials and tribulations this work entails—while always centering the hope that pushes the freedom-minded advocates of Kansas to keep marching on. You can contact the podcast at [email protected]
The Vera Institute of Justice released a report that takes a deep look at economic and race disparities in the county, particularly as it pertains to the criminal justice system.
Communications Director, Esmie Tseng, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Mark McCormick, our Deputy Director of Strategic Initiatives. Together, they explore the profound insights uncovered in our latest report, titled "Same Water Comin’ Round: Quindaro as a Vision for Kansas.
Our Trans Joy in the Sunflower State series will release over the coming weeks, uplifting the joy and lived experiences of the beautiful, powerful, authentic trans Kansans that make our state better.
In Kansas, the governor is given an important power— clemency. In 2021 Governor Kelly used this power to free 8 individuals—including Joseph Jones, who applied through the ACLU of Kansas Clemency Project. We're joined by him and strategist for the ACLU's Redemption Campaign Tara Stutsman.