The American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California is a non-profit organization that protects individual freedoms enshrined in the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights through lobbying efforts, litigation, community engagement and education.
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Southern California
People who seek to volunteer less time can explore other available opportunities on our website such as hosting and event, signing a petition, contacting congress, thanking lawmakers, and many more ways to help.
Occasional
Teens, 55+, Adults
Individuals, Groups (2-10), Families
Event support, Indoor, Outdoor
None
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Legal/Advocacy Volunteers
ACLU SoCal also frequently accepts non-student volunteers who are both attorneys and non-attorneys. Volunteers should be able to commit to working at least 15 hours a week over eight weeks, in or out of the office, or the hourly equivalent over a shorter period of weeks.
Weekly
55+, Adults
Individuals
Indoor
Formal
Weekdays
Communications & Media Advocacy Volunteer
The ACLU SoCal seeks interns and volunteers on a rolling basis to work closely with its Communications & Media Advocacy Department in media relations or multimedia production. Responsibilities vary by position.
Weekly
55+, Adults
Individuals
Indoor
Formal, Skilled
Weekdays
How you help
Real change starts with you — and every one of us can help make a difference. ACLU activists help turn America's most cherished principles into reality.
About us
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) defends the fundamental rights outlined in the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. These include the right to freedom of speech and assembly, the right to religious freedom, due process of law, equality before the law and the right to privacy. The ACLU also relies on state constitutional provisions and federal and state laws that further these and similar rights. We accomplish the above by public education, lobbying and litigation. We educate and help empower individuals about their rights.
