AALS member schools are vital contributors in their communities and proudly represent a variety of perspectives across the political spectrum. We urge unity in the face of federal government’s assault on our institutions, and amplify calls to come together more closely coordinate. We all share a commitment to the law and to legal education. While some universities and law schools may not be in a position to act in response to the federal administration’s current attacks against them, individual faculty, staff, students, and alumni may express their individual concerns, regardless of whether an institutional position is taken. We encourage you to use these resources and take concrete action if you are able to do so.

Toolkits & Other Guidance  

  • AccessLex Institute, Advocacy Toolkit
    • A toolkit developed for law schools with simple, straightforward instructions for effective student and other advocacy.   
  • American Council on Education, Advocacy Documents
    • A list of advocacy letters and amicus briefs.  
  • Coalition for Action in Higher Education, April 17th Toolkit
    • Toolkit promoting steps to take for #DayofActionforHigherEd on April 17, 2025  

Resources for Contacting Legislators

Focus on: University Research Funding  

  • American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering, Standing up for Science
    • Examples of ways to write to lawmakers to oppose “policies that are severely limiting indirect grant costs, disrupting research funding, limiting communication with federal agencies, and delaying critical grant review processes.”  

Focus on: Student Loans and Higher Education  

Focus on: Immigration and International Students  

  • American Immigration Lawyers Association, Know Your Rights
    • Downloadable and printable multilingual flyers for immigrants.