How will you remember Bayard Rustin in your community?
To honor Bayard Rustin’s courage and his invaluable legacy, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) has launched the Bayard Rustin 2013 Commemoration Project. Learn More!
News
Oregon Health Plan to Cover Treatments for Trans Youth in October 2014
Read on to learn more about this historic victory from our friends at TransActive Education & Advocacy.
2012 was an incredible year for the freedom to marry
Basic Rights Oregon was proud to be a part of the election day victories. This fall, we filled over a thousand volunteer shifts having conversations with Washington voters about the freedom to marry and we didn’t rest after the election.
Historic news: Oregon removes barriers to transition-related care
We applaud an historic statement requiring insurance companies in Oregon to end discriminatory exclusions of care for trans Oregonians. Read on to learn more.
Basic Rights Is Hiring: Development Manager
Basic Rights Oregon is hiring a Development Manager. Click here for details.
OHSU removes exclusions to gender affirming care!
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.
Statement of Support
Straight leaders of color and organizations come out in support of LGBT families of color!
Lift Every Voice
PFLAG Portland Black Chapter and the Urban League of Portland released a groundbreaking report highlighting key social and economic issue areas affecting Black LGBTQ Oregonians.
Supreme Court agrees to hear Prop 8 and DOMA Cases
The Supreme Court announced it will review both the Prop 8 and (DOMA) decisions.
