Blogs

Traditions of Black Philanthropy

When one thinks of philanthropy one thinks of five figure gifts to the museum or symphony by ten figure individuals. But philanthropy takes many forms. March 24, 2018

Women Need Bail Reform Now

In the past few decades, the number of incarcerated women has grown dramatically, from 8,000 in 1970 to nearly 100,000 today. There is growing recognition that mass incarceration is a feminist issue that intersects with multiple systems of oppression. March 22, 2018

ACLU Demands California Provide Adequate Health Care to People Incarcerated in For-Profit Contractor Facilities

One of the most critical needs for people reintegrating into the community after incarceration is access to health care, but a systemic failure to provide it has left some in San Diego without means to afford the services they need. March 8, 2018

#WeCanWednesday: Crystal Quezada

Happy Women’s History Month! We’re continuing our #WeCanWednesday with one of our newest additions to the sdACLU squad! We’re proud to announce hiring of Imperial Valley native Crystal Quezada to its staff. March 7, 2018

#WeCanWednesday (on Thursday, too): Cheryl Alethia Phelps

We ‘CAP’ off Black History Month and kick off Women’s History Month with our Communications Director, Cheryl Alethia Phelps! March 1, 2018

Reflections On What Remains To Be Done After Police Chief Zimmerman Retires

Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman made history when she was named San Diego’s first female chief in 2014. As San Diegans and the San Diego Police Department plan for her retirement and prepare to welcome her successor, there are the inevitable reflections on Chief Zimmerman’s career and legacy. February 22, 2018