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Immigrating While Trans – Navigating Legal Barriers and Discrimination

David — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:45:03 +0000

Trans and immigrant communities are both faced with similar challenges, especially in attaining adequate documentation to move through the world freely and safely. There are many parallels between these struggles: Both trans and immigrant communities experience unemployment due to broader social stigmas and pervasive employment discrimination. In most states, neither have legal protection against that discrimination. Many [...]

Faces of Trans Inclusive Health Care Video

David — Wed, 15 May 2013 05:37:41 +0000

As part of our continuing work to end health care discrimination against trans Oregonians, Basic Rights Oregon is proud to present this first of it’s kind video discussing trans experiences of health care discrimination. Eight incredible community members are joined by two allies to share struggles, joys, and triumphs about trans-inclusive care. Check out [...]

Updated resource for trans-inclusive health care

David — Wed, 15 May 2013 05:15:38 +0000

We are proud to announce the 2nd edition of our groundbreaking resource: "The Benefits of Equality: A Blueprint for Inclusive Health Care for Transgender Workers."

Benefits With Friends: a dance party for trans people and our allies!

David — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:44:53 +0000

Featuring Monika MHz and microaggression! Friday, May 10th Crush Bar (1400 SE Morrison)21+$5-8 sliding scale, no one turned away for lack of fundsADA AccessibleGender Neutral Bathrooms Available RSVP here! Amazing raffle prizes include gift certificates from Ritual Arts Tattoo and Body Piercing, She Bop, Sacred Vessel Natural Medicine, a portrait by Lisa Summers, and more! All [...]

Colorado Division of Insurance Says Insurers Cannot Discriminate!

David — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:41:00 +0000

After months of advocacy by One Colorado and Colorado Consumer Health Initiative, the Colorado Division of Insurance has released a bulletin prohibiting discrimination in health coverage based on sexual orientation or transgender status!

Oregon Health Plan to Cover Treatments for Trans Youth in October 2014

David — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 00:42:57 +0000

Read on to learn more about this historic victory from our friends at TransActive Education & Advocacy.

2012 TJ Wrap Up Blog

David — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 18:00:39 +0000

2012 has been a year of challenges and victories for trans communities. While we still have a long way to go in our work to win trans-inslusive healthcare statewide, ensure the safety of trans people in Oregon prisons, and implement Oregon’s nondiscrimination laws, we are excited to continue to building the movement for Trans Justice [...]

OHSU removes exclusions to gender affirming care!

David — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 18:58:54 +0000

Following discussions with Basic Rights Oregon and other transgender advocates, along with an extensive internal review of health benefits, Oregon Health & Science University is removing exclusions to healthcare for transgender employees.

Trans Justice Summit Workshop Descriptions and Schedule!

David — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 01:32:22 +0000

Our biggest event of the year is almost here! The Trans Justice Summit, a one-of-a-kind weekend leadership summit, has a huge variety of trainings and workshops to empower our community and build the movement for Trans Justice in Oregon. Take a look at some of what we have lined up, and don’t miss your chance [...]