Adopting the Chicago Statement

The “Chicago Statement” refers to the free speech policy statement produced by the Committee on Freedom of Expression at the University of Chicago.

Adopt a Campus Free Speech Statement

This toolkit has all of the information and resources you need to get a free speech policy statement adopted at your school.

Freedom of Conscience and Thought Reform on Campus

This primer outlines the fundamental right of freedom of conscience and the threats to this right on college campuses.

Spotlight on Speech Codes

FIRE surveys speech codes at America’s top colleges and universities, providing readers with key data on individual schools and national trends.

Unlearning Liberty

Unlearning Liberty walks readers through the startling violations of free speech rights and due process that college students experience on campus.

Twisting Title IX

"Twisting Title IX" provides a sobering account of college students and faculty who have run afoul of Title IX regulations, and paid a steep price.

Free Speech at Freshman Orientation

Resources for colleges and universities to use when teaching incoming students about their free speech rights and First Amendment principles.

Department of Education's Proposed Title IX Regulations - June 23, 2022

Chicago Statement: University and Faculty Body Support

The “Chicago Statement” is a model free speech policy statement that many universities have adopted, affirming their commitment to free expression.

FIRE Statement on the Use of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Criteria in Faculty Hiring and Evaluation

Vague or ideologically motivated DEI statement policies can too easily function as litmus tests for adherence to prevailing ideological views on DEI.