Our vision is an America in which people unapologetically support the right of others to freely express views that are different from their own, and expect their laws, norms, and educational institutions to reflect, teach and protect this belief. Help us get there by taking action today!
Our right to free speech is under attack. Join FIRE in defending this most precious civil liberty.
FIRE has written three letters to Los Angeles City College about the college’s repeated violations of student journalists’ right to a free press. Now we need your help.
According to FIRE’s 2024 College Free Speech Rankings, Harvard University ranked dead last at 248 out of 248 institutions. Students reported their discomfort expressing ideas, lack of confidence in the administration’s support for speech, and acceptance of students shouting down speakers.
Eastern Maine Medical Center has threatened a lawsuit to try to stop a 15-year-old boy for raising concerns about their patient safety standards. Rather than addressing his concerns, the hospital threatened to sue his mother for defamation. Sign our statement to show your support.
FIRE has written twice to Eastern Kentucky University, urging EKU to remove a gag order that the university places on its resident advisors. Join FIRE’s fight for First Amendment rights by sending an email to President McFaddin.
We recognize that colleges and universities play a vital role in preserving free thought within a free society. To this end, we place a special emphasis on educating and empowering college students and faculty to advocate for their civil liberties on our nation’s campuses.
As a student on campus, your voice is critical to securing free expression at your school.
Connect with fellow faculty to defend academic freedom on your campus.
Join other alumni to promote free speech at your alma mater.
Partner with FIRE to make your campus more free speech friendly.
The FIRE Legal Network is a nationwide group of practicing attorneys to whom we refer cases when counsel is necessary and the matter at issue falls outside the scope of FIRE’s mission or ability to assist. The FIRE Legal Network does not require dues or other such commitments, but it does provide you the opportunity to defend First Amendment rights.
Hosting a FIRE speaker is a great way to catalyze social change and educate your community about the importance of free speech, due process, and religious liberty.
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