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For nearly 60 years, MALDEF has been on the front lines, ensuring that civil rights belong to everyone — regardless of who they are or where they come from. On Tuesday, Dec. 2, you can help continue that legacy.

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Defending DACA

The Trump administration tried to shut down DACA. MALDEF is helping ensure its continuation. We’re proud to represent DACA recipients in court.
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Our History

MALDEF has been fighting for Latino civil rights since 1968. Our battle for the nation’s ideals and America's future continues.
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Scholarships

Our free Scholarship Resource Guide is packed with information for students, parents and teachers on applying for scholarships.
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Defending DACA

The Trump administration tried to shut down DACA. MALDEF is helping ensure its continuation. We’re proud to represent DACA recipients in court.
Learn More

Our History

MALDEF has been fighting for Latino civil rights since 1968. Our battle for the nation’s ideals and America's future continues.
Learn More

Scholarships

Our free Scholarship Resource Guide is packed with information for students, parents and teachers on applying for scholarships.
Learn More

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Nov 26, 2025

MALDEF MOURNS THE PASSING OF TEXAS LEADER AND FORMER MALDEF CHAIR AND BOARD MEMBER ALICIA R. CHACÓN

Nov 20, 2025

MALDEF APPEALS COURT RULING IN DISCRIMINATORY LENDING CASE

Nov 20, 2025

JUDGE ALLOWS IMMIGRANT STUDENTS TO INTERVENE TO DEFEND KENTUCKY TUITION POLICY

Nov 18, 2025

MALDEF STATEMENT ON COURT INJUNCTION BLOCKING TEXAS’ MID-CYCLE REDISTRICTING PLAN

Nov 5, 2025

MALDEF SEEKS TO INTERVENE ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS TO DEFEND OKLAHOMA TUITION POLICY

Oct 22, 2025

MALDEF CHALLENGES SPOKANE CREDIT UNION FOR VIOLATING WASHINGTON STATE LAW BY DISCRIMINATING AGAINST DACA RECIPIENTS

Sep 30, 2025

MALDEF STATEMENT ON BRIEFS FILED IN TEXAS CHALLENGE TO DACA

Sep 22, 2025

MALDEF FILES APPEAL OF COURT DECISION BLOCKING STUDENTS FROM DEFENDING THE TEXAS DREAM ACT

Sep 20, 2025

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About MALDEF

MALDEF is the nation’s leading Latino legal civil rights organization. Our commitment is to protect and defend the rights of all Latinos living in the United States and the constitutional rights of all Americans.

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