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Founded in 1920, the ACLU is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization with affiliates in all 50 states dedicated to defending and expanding the civil liberties of all Americans. The following community forums were hosted by the ACLU of Ohio, and are offered here as a public service for those interested in learning more about individual rights. Programs feature community leaders, scholars, and activists sharing their expertise and unique perspectives in specific areas of civil liberties. To listen to our audio podcasts, click here. 10.30.09The House That Liberty BuiltSusan Herman, recently elected president of the national ACLU, addresses members at an open house hosted by the ACLU of Ohio at its headquarters in Cleveland. Herman discusses the the state of civil liberties during the Obama administration and shares her vision for the future of the ACLU. .  
The State of LGBT Rights: Ohio, America, and the WorldCleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law hosts a half-day symposium exploring cutting-edge legal issues affecting the daily lives of LGBT individuals in Ohio, nationally, and around the world. The symposium features lawyers and other activists who have advocated successfully on behalf of their LGBT clients and constituents to change the laws governing marriage and domestic partnerships, parental rights, and non-discrimination in employment, housing and related areas. . …. Watch the video from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law here View additional resources on LGBT issues. This symposium is presented by Cleveland State University’s Cleveland Marshall College of Law, CSU’s Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, CSU’s Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Student Services, the ACLU of Ohio, and the CM allies. Generous support also provided by the Northeast Ohio Chapter of the American Constitution Society and the CM Student Chapter, Cleveland State Law Review, Cleveland-Marshall Law Library, Black Students Law Association (BLSA), Women’s Law Students Association (WLSA), Student Bar Association (SBA), Democratic Law Organization (DLO), and Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA).
10.18.09Due Process for Sale?The ACLU of Ohio kicks off the celebration of our 90th anniversary with the Ed Likover Memorial Lecture. In addition to our 90th anniversary, we also celebrate the 90th birthday of activist and civil libertarian Belle Likover. James Sample, associate professor of law, Hofstra University School of Law, speaks on the increasing influence of corporate donations to judicial elections, often from key stakeholders before the courts. .
10.08.09American Religion, American FreedomHarry Hirsch, noted author and professor at Oberlin College, discusses the role of religion in modern American life and politics at the Harry Cagin Memorial Lecture, held at The Temple-Tifereth Israel. .
10.04.09Civil Liberties in the Age of ObamaChris Link, executive director of the ACLU, discusses President Obama’s policies on national security, LGBT rights, racial justice, and other civil liberties issues. Separating the rhetoric from the facts, Link highlights the strengths and weaknesses of President Obama’s positions on civil liberties. .
10.01.09Banned Brilliance of African American AuthorsA celebration of Banned Books Week, Banned Brilliance of African American Authors features Columbus-area community members reading passages from books removed from the shelves of schools and libraries throughout the U.S. Participants include:
This event was sponsored by the ACLU of Ohio and the Ohio State University Department of African American and African Studies Community Extension Center. In partnership with Columbus Branch of the NAACP, King Arts Complex, The Book Suite and Urban Spirit. .
ACLU of OHIO : Max Wohl Civil Liberties Center : 4506 Chester Avenue : Cleveland, OH 44103 P (216) 472-2200 F (216) 472-2210 E contact@acluohio.org
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