Only using the courts to defend our rights is not an option. We’re working to protect equality at all levels of government using every tool at our disposal.
Protecting religious equality and the civil rights of atheists is what we’ve done for the past 60 years.
Those hard-fought wins are being eroded by radical extremists trying to destroy our democracy and replace it with a theocracy.
That’s why rebuilding the wall of separation between religion and government has never been more important than it is today.
American Atheists is expanding our strategy to make lasting change. We’re taking the fight directly to statehouses all across the country to make sure secular government isn’t just protected, but expanded.
Rebuilding the Wall of Separation
Our three-pronged strategy to protect secular government means we’re not just defending the hard-won victories of the past. We’re innovating and ensuring that no one is left behind.
Transforming State Laws
We are building capacity in all fifty states to stop discriminatory bills in their tracks while simultaneously advancing bold, innovative legislation that protects our rights — and the rights of all Americans. We don’t just wait for laws to pass; we work to shape them.
Strategic Legal Engagement
We use the court system to change the legal landscape. Through high-stakes impact litigation and persuasive amicus briefs, we ensure that the atheist perspective shapes judicial outcomes and reinforces the separation of religion and government.
Shaping Federal Policies
We influence policy at the highest levels by monitoring and engaging with federal agencies and lawmakers. By providing testimony, engaging directly with decision-makers, and leveraging powerful national coalitions, we ensure secular voices are heard in Washington.
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