Empowering Your Rights
Our Commitment
Understanding and Advocating for Your First Amendment Rights
Advance transparency and civil liberties by teaching the right to record, reducing conflict between citizens and public employees, and promoting policies that hold up in real life and in court.
People & Purposes We Serve
Auditor Education
Skills for lawful, effective audits. Training covers the right to record, time–place–manner limits, de-escalation, safety, evidence handling, and ethics. Includes case-law briefs, checklists, and pocket cards for the field.
Civilian Education
Know your rights and responsibilities in public spaces. Guides explain where recording is lawful, how to respond when questioned, and how to file records requests or complaints without escalating a situation.
Public Sector Education
Practical instruction for police, clerks, librarians, and security. Build policies, signage, and staff scripts that honor the First Amendment, prevent unlawful detentions, and reduce liability through better encounters.
Online Learning Center
Self-paced courses with quizzes, short videos, and printable tools. Earn certificates and gain access to policy templates, checklists, and real-world scenarios you can use the same day.
1st Amendment News
Regular briefs on cases, legislation, and notable audits. Clear, source-linked summaries that explain what changed and why it matters for citizens, auditors, and public agencies.
Downloadable Resources
Field-ready tools: Rights cards, FOIA templates, complaint forms, policy checklists, and printable signs. Free options for education and community use; licensing available for agencies and training programs.