Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events


Event | In-Person
We The People

We The People

The ACLU of Delaware is committed to protecting the rights of all people – especially while the most vulnerable in our nation endure a near constant barrage on their rights. It is essential for advocates to unite in defense of our fundamental liberties, and we are glad for you to be in this movement with us.
Sep 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | In-Person
Justice Reform In Delaware - What You Need to Know Flyer

Justice Reform in Delaware: What You Need to Know

Are you passionate about fighting injustice in Delaware? Do you want to start making change in your community? If you're ready to dig into advocacy, join us for this community education event that will get you up to speed on some of the most pressing justice reform issues currently harming our state! You'll meet fellow advocates and hear from community members with real, lived experience in Delaware's justice system. Attendees will also be the first to know about upcoming opportunities to volunteer and advocate for reform.
Sep 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)
Event | In-Person
Graphic rendering of the statue of liberty to the right of text that reads "2026 KANDLER"

2026 Kandler Celebration

The people are marching, the people are loud, we’re done being silenced — and we will not bow! The joy democracy-defenders feel when we are all in a room together is palpable. Help us to build that energy by sponsoring this year’s Kandler Celebration. As a community of activists, we do not want cost to be a barrier to anyone in our community who would like to join us in celebration of our mission and community initiatives. Every sponsorship allows us to welcome all community members to celebrate together because when we work together, we win together, and democracy needs us now. Join us in celebrating our collective community action with an evening of hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and an online silent auction to support civil liberties work in Delaware! Each year, we remember Gerry Kandler, former president of ACLU Delaware, and honor those who exemplify his tireless commitment to the defense of all Delawareans’ civil liberties.
Oct 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM (ET)

Past Events


Event | In-Person
Photo of Alex Vitale and his book "The End to Policing" over a blue and red background with text that reads "Conversations on Race and Policing with Alex Vitale, August 25, 7pm, Wilmington Public Library."

Conversations on Race and Policing with Alex Vitale

Over the last several decades, policing has not only grown in power; it’s also grown in reach. Join us at the Wilmington Public Library for a panel discussion with Alex Vitale, internationally acclaimed author, on the urgent issue of race & policing.
Aug 25, 2022 | 7:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Purple graphic with white and yellow text. Ballot Power. With a lightning bolt graphic.

Ballot Power: Immigrants' Rights

Join us at a virtual training to learn more about what it means to vote to protect immigrants’ rights in 2022.
Aug 23, 2022 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
Purple graphic with white and yellow text. Ballot Power. With a lightning bolt graphic.

Ballot Power: Smart Justice

Join us at a virtual training to learn more about what it means to vote to protect and expand justice reform in 2022.
Aug 18, 2022 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
Kent County Smart Justice Chapter Meeting. Join us!

August 2022 Kent County Smart Justice Chapter Meeting

The Smart Justice Kent County Chapter meetings are a platform for Kent County residents to get involved with criminal justice reform in Kent County and across Delaware.
Aug 17, 2022 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
Purple graphic with white and yellow text. Ballot Power. With a lightning bolt graphic.

Ballot Power: Education Equity

Join us at a virtual training to learn more about what it means to vote to protect and expand education equity in 2022.
Aug 15, 2022 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
Housing Justice: The Urgent Need for Renters' Right to Representation. Presented by Delaware Right to Representation for Eviction Defense, the ACLU, and Lewes Public Library.

Housing Justice: The Urgent Need for Renters' Right to Representation

Learn from a panel of experts about eviction inequity and housing disparities and what we are doing right here in Delaware to combat this dangerous trend.
Aug 11, 2022 | 7:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Sussex County Smart Justice Chapter Meeting. Join us!

August 2022 Sussex County Smart Justice Chapter Meeting

Do you have an interest in improving Delaware's criminal justice reform? Are you looking to get involved, or more informed? If so, The Sussex County ACLU Smart Justice Chapter is for you!
Aug 10, 2022 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
New Castle County Smart Justice Chapter Meeting - Join Us!

August 2022 New Castle Co. Smart Justice Chapter Meeting

Our volunteer chapter is looking for more members to help us reform the justice system.
Aug 08, 2022 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
A royal to light blue gradient with white text. Looking back, moving forward: an ACLU Delaware open house event.

Looking Back, Moving Forward: An ACLU Delaware Open House Event

Join us for an open house to tour recent renovations to our office space in downtown Wilmington, and to hear from past and current ACLU-DE leaders during a brief presentation about our work.
Jul 29, 2022 | 11:00 AM