Join the ACLU-D.C. community for our 2024 Annual Membership Meeting at the National Press Club, 529 14th St NW, 13th Floor, Washington, DC 20045, on Monday, September 16, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. This public event, held on Constitution Day, underscores our commitment to protect and advance civil liberties and civil rights by using the tools of public education, political advocacy, organizing, and litigation.

This year’s event will spotlight our critical efforts to transform the District’s crisis response system. By shifting the current model, which heavily relies on police as the primary responders to mental health emergencies, we are not only enhancing safety but also upholding federal disability laws by ensuring equal access to emergency services for people with mental health disabilities. Instead, we advocate for a public health-based approach, deploying trained medical and crisis specialists who provide trauma-informed, culturally competent care.

Our agenda includes detailed updates on our organization's accomplishments and strategic priorities, followed by a discussion and call to action to support our lawsuit and political advocacy work. The evening will conclude with a warm introduction to our 2024 slate of Board members.

We invite all ACLU-D.C. members, supporters, and the public to join us and learn how you can contribute to making a free and just D.C.