Basic Rights Oregon stands proudly in solidarity with CeCe McDonald, a young African American transgender woman sentenced to 41 months in prison for defending herself in a violent attack . Read more about CeCe’s case and what you can do.
With two major US LGBT victories already under our belt this month, including Obama’s announcement and the EEOC ruling, the historic news just keeps rolling in! The Argentinean Senate has approved a law that makes it much easier for trans people to live authentically and access life-saving, medically necessary healthcare. Argentina’s comprehensive Gender Identity Law [...]
As a result of a lawsuit filed by our friends at the Transgender Law Center, the EEOC in a recent landmark ruling gives trans people new protections.
Basic Rights Oregon is proud to be part of the Strong Families campaign and is joining with organizations, families and mamas across the nation to Celebrate Mama’s Day Our Way!
Emily Ryan is not only a strong Our Families leader that has been a part of Our Families since the beginning; Emily has been doing great work in our communities for years. If you don’t know how amazing Emily is then you can thank me for being Emily’s horn tooter!
Basic Rights Oregon seeks one temporary, part-time Trans Justice Fellow beginning in June 2012 through December 2012. The Trans Justice Fellow is an entry-level organizing position focused on volunteer recruitment and event organizing.
We’re honored to have many people of faith active in our campaign for the freedom to marry in Oregon. This week, we’d like to introduce you to Rev. Tara Wilkins, Executive Director of the Community of Welcoming Congregations.
We are proud to release “The Benefits of Equality: A Blueprint for Inclusive Heath Care for Transgender Workers.” This is a groundbreaking resource for moving gender-affirming health care in the workplace. Read on to learn more and download this free resource.
With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your house party for marriage equality! Help raise money for Basic Rights Oregon while mingling with friends, family and neighbors.
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