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About Our Press and Media Relations

Freedom of the press is part of the fabric of our democracy. It acts as a check against government power and a tool for enabling the public to make informed decisions. This is why we make media relations an essential facet of our work.

The ACLU of Utah has a Communications team to handle media inquiries and requests for comment. Our affiliate is mentioned in over 1.5K media stories per year.

Media Contact

Aaron Welcher, Communications Director

For media inquiries or questions, email Aaron Welcher at [email protected] or fill out our media inquiry/press distribution list form.

Press Releases

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Media Advisory: Utah Supreme Court; Oral Arguments on the Injunction Blocking the “Trigger Ban”

On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, the Utah Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Planned Parenthood Association of Utah v. State of Utah.

August 7, 2023

ACLU of Utah Releases Comprehensive Report on Language Access Policies in Utah's Law Enforcement Agencies

"Translation & Interpretation as a Right: Examining Language Access Policies Across Utah's Law Enforcement Landscape”, is a comprehensive analysis that scrutinizes the current language access policies of LEAs, including sheriff's offices, police departments, and the Utah Highway Patrol.

July 12, 2023

BREAKING: A WIN FOR SOUTHERN UTAH DRAG STARS IN COURT; JUDGE GRANTS PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION FOR EVENT PERMIT

Southern Utah Drag Stars will hold its family-friendly drag performance event in St. George, Utah.

June 16, 2023

ACLU of Utah Applauds the Supreme Court’s Decision Upholding the Indian Child Welfare Act

The Supreme Court today issued a landmark victory for tribal sovereignty by rejecting all the constitutional challenges to the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), legislation that seeks to ensure that Native families stay together and that tribal members raise Native children.

June 15, 2023

Southern Utah Drag Stars File Lawsuit Challenging the City of St. George’s Censorship of Drag Performances

The Southern Utah Drag Stars, represented by the ACLU of Utah, ACLU national, and the law firm Jenner and Block, are taking legal action against the City of St. George, Utah for censoring their family-friendly drag performances.

May 23, 2023

Media Advisory: Community Members Gather To Discuss The Future Of Abortion Care In Utah

Planned Parenthood Association of Utah (PPAU) and The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah Foundation, Inc. (ACLU of Utah) are hosting a press conference prior to a rally.

May 3, 2023