Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day by honoring and celebrating the enduring presence, cultures, contributions, and resilience of tribal nations. We acknowledge the rich histories of Indigenous people–the first people of this country– and the ongoing importance of lifting up and protecting Indigenous rights, dignity, and ancestral sovereignty. Today—and every day—we remain committed to advancing civil rights and a democracy in which the rights and dignity of all people are protected. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #CivilRights #IndigenousRights #JusticeForAll

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC, and 16 other civil rights organizations filed an amicus brief defending the federal Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Program. The brief argues that the program is constitutional and that Congress can act to address longstanding funding inequities between higher education institutions. Minority-Serving Institutions help expand access to higher education for first-generation students, immigrant students, low-income families, multilingual learners, and students of all backgrounds. Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) and Tennessee are trying to reverse more than 50 years of equal rights progress by forcing the government to ignore demographic realities and inequality, and ultimately strip funding from institutions that have already been systemically denied equal funding. Doing so would be deeply harmful to higher education and profoundly harmful to students. We stand with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities in defending the HSI Program and the opportunities it makes possible. Read the full amicus brief here: lawyerscommittee.org/amicus-… #CivilRights #HigherEducation #HSI #EqualAccess #EducationEquity

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala and helped celebrate our honorees and the collective work ahead. See moments from the evening in our photo gallery: lawyerscommittee.org/2026-hi… Photo Credit: Imagine Photography / Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law #HigginbothamGala

Join the Howard University School of Law for a timely conversation exploring voting rights, including the laws, policies, and issues shaping access to the ballot. We’re proud to have Shaylyn Cochran, deputy executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, join Marcia Johnson of the League of Women Voters and Kareem Crayton of the Brennan Center for Justice as featured speakers. 📅 Saturday, October 3 ⏰ 10:00 AM 📍 Hon. Damon J. Keith Moot Court Room | Howard University School of Law Come learn, engage, and deepen your understanding of voting rights and the legal landscape surrounding access to the ballot. Register today! 🔗 #VotingRights101 #CivilRights #Democracy #HowardLaw #VotingAccess

We’re proud to share that Maya Raghu, national director of the Lawyers’ Committee’s Protecting and Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiative, will be presenting at Independent Sector’s National Summit 2026 in Phoenix. On October 14 at 1:30 p.m., Maya will join leaders from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and ABFE for “Facts, Not Fear: Advancing Equity in Today’s Landscape.” The session will bring together leaders across the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors to examine how organizations can continue advancing equity amid a rapidly changing landscape. 📍 Phoenix 📅 October 14 | 1:30 p.m. 🎟️ Learn more and register: summit.independentsector.org… #ISNS2026 #CivilRights #Equity #Nonprofits #Philanthropy

Big congratulations to our own Sabrina Talukder! Sabrina has been named one of Equal Justice Works’ 40x40 Alumni Changemakers, recognizing 40 public-interest leaders whose careers demonstrate the power of public service. We’re proud to celebrate Sabrina and her impact. equaljusticeworks.org/40x40-… #JusticeInMotion #40x40Changemakers #CivilRights

A night of leadership, legacy, and the continued fight for justice. ✨ The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law’s 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala brought together advocates, changemakers, partners, and supporters to celebrate those whose courage and commitment continue to advance racial justice. From powerful moments on stage to meaningful conversations throughout the evening, the gala was a reminder that progress is built by people willing to lead, advocate, and stand together. We were proud to honor leaders whose work reflects the spirit of A. Leon Higginbotham, Jr. and the enduring mission of the Lawyers’ Committee: protecting and advancing civil rights and building toward the future we deserve. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening. The celebration may be over, but the work continues. #HigginbothamGala #CivilRights #RacialJustice #LawyersCommittee #TheFutureWeDeserve

Last night, we gathered in New York for the 2026 Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala to celebrate leaders and advocates whose courage, persistence, and commitment continue to advance racial justice, protect voting rights, and expand opportunity. Through the words of President and Executive Director Damon Hewitt and Deputy Executive Director Shaylyn Cochran, these reflections capture both the spirit of the evening and our renewed commitment to the work ahead. This year, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law honored Stacey Abrams with the Robert F. Kennedy Justice Prize and Mamie Cunningham, on behalf of the clients in Mississippi State Conference of the NAACP v. Mississippi State Board of Election Commissioners, with the Courageous Client Award. Make a gift today: lawyerscommittee.org/donate Read the full press release: tinyurl.com/z7ndywuk #HigginbothamGala #CivilRights #VotingRights #RacialJustice #JusticeAndEquity 📸:Steven Ryan /AP Content Services for LCCRUL

An unforgettable evening of courage, leadership, and solidarity in the fight for justice. On September 23, 2026, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law hosted its Higginbotham Leadership Awards Gala, celebrating champions of justice and equity. Together, we honored leaders whose work protects the right to vote and strengthens the communities at the heart of our civil rights movement. ✨ Our 2026 honorees: 🗳️ Stacey Abrams, activist, author, and voting rights champion, received the Robert F. Kennedy Justice Prize for her leadership in protecting democracy and expanding civic participation. ⚖️ Mamie Cunningham received the Courageous Client Award, representing the clients in the Mississippi State Conference of the NAACP v. State Board of Election Commissioners. A lifelong advocate, Mamie has helped Mississippians register to vote and challenged barriers that diminish Black voting power. Guided by hosts Melissa Murray and Symone Sanders Townsend, the evening celebrated people who stand up, speak out, and keep working toward a more just future. Help the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law carry that work forward. Make a gift today: lawyerscommittee.org/donate Here’s a first look at the evening through AP’s lens. More highlights to come. 📸:Steven Ryan /AP Content Services for LCCRUL

Celebrating heritage. Honoring history. Advancing justice. ✨ This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities—and recognize their enduring role in the fight for civil rights and equal justice. From voting rights and access to justice to fighting discrimination and protecting the rights of every community, the pursuit of equality is a shared one. Today and every day, we honor the voices, leaders, and communities working to build a more just and equitable future for all. #HispanicHeritageMonth #LatinoHeritageMonth #CivilRights #EqualJustice #VotingRights

Celebrating Black leadership. Honoring the work. Advancing democracy. ✨ Last week, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law joined Common Cause for Democracy Matters: A CBC Reception Celebrating Black Leadership in Washington, D.C. The evening brought together leaders, advocates, and change-makers to celebrate the power of Black leadership and the ongoing work to protect and strengthen our democracy. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for an evening of connection, community, and collective commitment to civil rights and justice. Black leadership matters. Democracy matters. And the work continues. Photo Courtesy: Common Cause #DemocracyMatters #CBC2026 #BlackLeadership #CivilRights

This morning, Lawyers’ Committee President & Executive Director Damon Hewitt joined other civil rights leaders and advocates at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) Opening Press Conference. As the 55th ALC gets underway, Damon spoke about the critical work of protecting civil rights and advancing justice in communities across the country. We’re proud to be part of the conversation and ready for a powerful week of dialogue, advocacy, and action. ✊🏾 If you missed the opening, click to watch the full event - tinyurl.com/zsyw5web #CBC #ALC55 #CivilRights #LawyersCommittee #RootedReadyRising

Today at 12:30 p.m. ET, our President and Executive Director Damon Hewitt will join national Black and Latino civil rights leaders for a joint press conference on protecting voting rights and strengthening voter engagement ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Watch live: youtube.com/watch?v=R3MNNFoD…

This morning, our President and Executive Director Damon Hewitt will join civil rights leaders at the ALC 55 Opening Press Conference: Rooted, Ready & Rising: A Call to Action. 🕤 9:30 a.m. ET 📺 Watch live: youtube.com/live/Js5AJaMRlFA… #ALC55 #CivilRights

Your vote is your power. The Black Voters' Survival Guide 2026 has everything you need to get ready to vote. Find registration deadlines, ID requirements, mail-in ballot info, and what to do if something goes wrong at the polls: 866ourvote.org/resources/

Voting rules are shifting & voters are being purged from rolls. Don't get caught off guard. We decide our future! Check your registration and download the Black Voters' Survival Guide 2026 at 866ourvote.org.

Tonight, the Supreme Court rejected the Trump Administration’s attempt to impose and enforce sweeping new mail-in ballot delivery restrictions that threatened to severely disrupt the midterm elections. The Court denied the Trump Administration’s emergency request to put the lower-court injunction on hold, meaning any new USPS mail-ballot rules cannot take effect for this year’s midterm general election. “Tonight, at least for now, one avenue for sowing election chaos has been blocked,” said Damon Hewitt, president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. The ruling comes one day after the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued a preliminary injunction blocking the same Postal Service rule in NAACP v. Trump, brought by the Lawyers’ Committee for the NAACP, Common Cause, and Black Voters Matter. As a result of these rulings, the U.S. Postal Service must continue delivering mail ballots as it is supposed to—free from interference or restrictions that could have caused chaos and mass disenfranchisement. We encourage Americans to check their voter registration status and to vote early. Voters planning to vote by mail should mail their ballot as soon as possible, track their ballot online where available, and contact the nonpartisan Election Protection hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE or 866ourvote.org with any questions. Read our full statement: lawyerscommittee.org/stateme… #VotingRights #ElectionProtection #SupremeCourt

Judge blocks the Trump administration’s USPS mail-voting restrictions just weeks before the midterms. We’re proud to stand with our partners in securing this ruling and will keep fighting to protect every eligible voter’s right to cast a ballot freely. Full statement: lawyerscommittee.org/lawyers…

History was made at Arthur Ashe Stadium over the weekend. Ben Shelton became the first Black American man in 54 years to reach the U.S. Open men’s singles final, following Arthur Ashe in 1972. More than five decades later, the moment is a powerful reminder of the doors Ashe helped open—and why preserving the stories, symbols and legacies of Black achievement matters. Earlier this year, the Lawyers’ Committee helped secure accountability after a white nationalist group targeted and destroyed a mural honoring Arthur Ashe in the Richmond community where he learned to play tennis: lawyerscommittee.org/arthur-… We congratulate Ben Shelton on a historic run and celebrate a legacy that continues to inspire generations. A legacy defended. A legacy continuing.

Who’s watching—and what does that mean for our privacy? 👀 Leah Frazier, director of the Lawyers’ Committee’s Digital Justice Initiative, joined Joy Reid on The Joy Reid Show to unpack the civil rights and privacy concerns surrounding Flock cameras. As surveillance technology becomes increasingly common in our communities, Leah explains why we should be asking important questions about privacy, civil liberties, and accountability. The Digital Justice Initiative advances racial justice in the digital age, challenging discriminatory technology, invasive surveillance, online hate, and other digital harms that disproportionately impact communities of color. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, DJI works to ensure technology protects—not undermines—civil rights. 🎥 Watch this clip from the conversation, then head to YouTube to watch the full interview - youtu.be/QacyrIHFMfw #CivilRights #DigitalJustice #Privacy #Surveillance #FlockCameras