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.
News: Transgender Justice
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.
Photos from the 2012 Transgender Justice Summit
Photos from our 2012 Transgender Justice Leadership Summit
Trans Justice Community Video Premier and Fundraiser
Join us for a special film screening of our new Trans Justice video highlighting stories of health care discrimination. Please join us!
Trans Justice Summit Keynote Announced: Kylar Broadus!
We’re proud to announce Kylar Broadus as our keynote speaker for our upcoming Trans Justice Summit 2012 on October 20th and 21st at Portland State University!
2012 Trans Justice Summit Schedule Announced!
Our biggest event of the year is coming up! 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.
Trans Artists on Healthcare
Basic Rights Oregon’s Trans Justice Program hosted Trans Artists on Health Care on Friday, September 14th at the Black Cat Café and Pub on Interstate. Click here read more about the event!
Know Your Employment Rights: How to file a BOLI complaint
Are there laws that protect against gender identity-based employment discrimination? Yes. Read on to learn more about Oregon’s protections against employment discrimination.
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.
