Conference & Lobby Day

Amid the California budget crisis, here is an opportunity to advocate for reforms that can truly make a difference. 

Join the ACLU of California for our 2012 Conference & Lobby Day in downtown Sacramento! 

Saturday, April 14 - Monday, April 16
Holiday Inn Sacramento Capitol Plaza
300 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

General Registration for individual activists and groups

Are you a Youth, Student, and/or Low-Income individual who needs financial assistance?
Apply for a scholarship!
(registration included in application)

Are you a teacher or advisor bringing a group of youth? 
Please email Laila Fahimuddin for direct assistance.

Program Agenda

The 2012 Conference will consist of many exciting and informative workshops. Download the latest agenda.

The conference is your opportunity to gain the knowledge you need to become a strong, effective advocate in arenas where promising reforms are on the table, in the state legislature and elsewhere. Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Organize. Learn about critical civil liberties issues and ways to take action.
• Lobby. Gain insights on the California legislative process from experts, and participate in lobbying training.
• Advocate. Speak directly with your elected officials in Sacramento about the issues you care about most.
• Connect. Get to know ACLU staff and grassroots activists from all across California.

Mingle with ACLU staff and meet fellow social justice and civil liberties enthusiasts. All active participants in the struggle for freedom and justice are welcome to attend.

Hotel Information

Registering for the conference and lobby day DOES NOT secure you a hotel room.

A special room rate of $84/night for a single or $104/night for a double is available at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Capitol Plaza until March 23, 2012. Call (916) 446-0100 or go to http://www.sacramentohi.com/reservations.aspx and provide group code ANC to receive the discounted rate.

Scholarships

ACLU is committed to engaging diverse communities across California. Scholarships are limited; priority will be given to youth and young adult activists, people of color, people who live in rural areas, and people who commit to participate in the whole Conference & Lobby Day event. 

Learn about scholarship opportunities »

Teachers/Advisors & Youth Groups

If you are a teacher or advisor planning on bringing a delegation of high school-aged youth to the conference and need financial assistance coordinating travel and hotel arrangements for youth and chaperones, please contact Laila Fahimuddin for assistance.