The Potential Impact of Voter ID Laws on Transgender Communities
Voter identification laws in nine states may create significant barriers to voting for over 25,000 transgender voters this election cycle. Read on to learn the impacts.
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Affordable Care Act (ACA) Implications for the Transgender Community
Historic news: the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will bring Title VII federal nondiscrimination protections to the health care field. Read on to learn more.
Communities of Color Supporting the Freedom to Marry in Washington State
An outpouring of support has come from straight communities and leaders of color in Washington that understand that their communities include LGBT families and that our families are stronger when we all are treated equally.
Trans Artists on Healthcare
Join us this Friday night at the Black Cat on Interstate for our Fall art show featuring artists highlighting trans health care experiences and access.
Argentina begins issuing gender affirming ID cards
Read on to learn more about the historic victories in Argentina and the work we are doing in Oregon to make trans-inclusive health care a reality.
Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling on SB 1070
Executive director Jeana Frazzini joined Causa Oregon, ACLU of Oregon and others for a press conference in response to the Supreme Court ruling.
Color me with Pride
There are so many events happening this month there is no way you could possibly attend them all. If you are having trouble deciding when and where to go this month, struggle no more. Here is a breakdown of local QTPOC events you don’t want to miss.
Expanding a Majority for Marriage one Town at a time
Basic Rights Oregon is building a majority for marriage, talking to our friends and neighbors about why marriage matters. We need your help to maintain the momentum we’ve created and build a solid majority for the freedom to marry across Oregon.
Basic Rights Oregon’s Statement on the Signature Drop in Washington State
Today, opponents of marriage equality in Washington State submitted signatures to force a November vote on the freedom to marry legislation passed this year by the Washington legislature.
