The first annual ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism Award was created to recognize the efforts of graduating seniors who have demonstrated a strong commitment to civil liberties and civil rights through some form of student activism.
Bigotry is still very much alive, but through education, everyone has the power to fight it.
Some students established civil liberties clubs at their high schools, while others participated in ACLU lawsuits, or fought discrimination and censorship. This scholarship gives the ACLU an opportunity to recognize the bravery of these students and the inspiration they provide. The ACLU of Utah, which won the suit filed against the school district, said that even in the face of harassment and threats, Ivy's commitment to fairness was unwavering. I can state without hesitation that Ivy richly deserves recognition as a student committed to advancing civil rights. The ACLU college scholarship fund was made possible by a grant from an anonymous donor.