Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events

Event | In-Person

Hampton Roads Black Gay Pride

Stop by our table at Hampton Roads Black Gay Pride to learn more about ACLU-VA's mission, volunteer opportunities, and to snag some merchandise!

May 31, 2026 | 11:00 AM (ET)

Past Events

Event | Virtual

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CLAPback Team Strategy Session - Newport News/Hampton

Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks in the Hampton Roads and Newport News area. Submit a volunteer form and let us know the CLAPback teams motivated you to volunteer. Our organizers will be in touch!

Aug 21, 2025 | 6:30 PM

Event | In-Person

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Send A Love Letter to Trans + Nonbinary Virginians

If you're an ally who cares: Join ACLU of Virginia and Calos Coalition in community to send a message of love and solidarity to trans and nonbinary Virginians, especially the young people who are going back to school next month. Won't be able to make it? Send a message digitally here.

Aug 16, 2025 | 2:30 PM

Event | Virtual

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VRF Power Hour - August

Join Virginians for Reproductive Freedom Power Hour: monthly webinars where VRF will share reproductive updates, explore important topics with key speakers, and offer mini trainings to help you enhance your organizing skills. Learn more: va4reprofreedom.org

Aug 14, 2025 | 6:30 PM

Event | Virtual

CLAPback Team Strategy Session - VA Beach

Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks in the Virginia Beach area. Submit a volunteer form and let us know the CLAPback teams motivated you to volunteer. Our organizers will be in touch!

Aug 07, 2025 | 6:30 PM

Event | Virtual

Defending Democracy Then and Now: 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act

This year marks a monumental milestone in American history—the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Join us for a dynamic virtual webinar that honors the courageous activists, landmark legislation, and enduring legacy that continue to shape our democracy. As we reflect on the progress made and confront the challenges ahead, this celebration is not just about history—it's about the power of civic engagement and the future of voting rights.

Aug 06, 2025 | 6:30 PM

Event | Virtual

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Update on Passports (and Other Legal IDs) for Trans Virginians

Join the Virginia LGBTQ+ Bar Association for a virtual info session on recent changes for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming Virginians seeking to obtain or update U.S. Passports and other identity documents. We will begin with a legal update from board members Wyatt Rolla, Esq. with ACLU of Virginia and Alexandra Lydon, Esq. with Legal Services of Northern Virginia, followed by plenty of time for Q&A with attendees.

Jul 31, 2025 | 6:00 PM

Event | Virtual