Civil Liberties

Civil liberties are human rights

Civil liberties are the universal rights and freedoms that protect individuals from abuse by government power. UUSC partners with civil liberties organizations and civil society groups working to defend freedom and rights by strengthening individual liberty and democratic processes.

Defending Civil Liberties Internationally

UUSC defend civil liberties and political rights internationally, which are particularly under threat in a post-9/11 environment. In countries such as Afghanistan and Iraq, UUSC works with local partners to empower women to become active and engaged members of their communities.

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Building Bridges for Civil Liberties in the United States

After the terrorist attacks of September 2001, the U.S. government enacted unprecedented laws, like the USA Patriot Act, that compromised our civil liberties under the pretext of advancing national security. Arab and Muslim Americans are among those who have been singled out for higher scrutiny. To create a more just and supportive society, UUSC is building bridges of solidarity between U.S. communities, particularly between UUs and Arab and Muslim Americans.

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Patriotism, Youth, and Young People

Using a rights-based approach, UUSC actively supports the First Amendment rights of active-duty military personnel, veterans, and military famlies to speak out against the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. UUSC also supports youth and young people to increase understanding and cooperation between UU and Muslim and Arab youth and young people.

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