2008 Annual Report
In 2008 we vigorously defended our rights by protecting the domestic partnership and non-discrimination laws an set the vision for the next five years in our bold strategic plan.
Resources
Standing together. Coming out for Racial Justice.
An anti-racist organizational development toolkit for LGBT equality groups and activists.
Know Your Rights Guide
This guide, written by Basic Rights Oregon’s Legal Advisory Group, answers basic questions about the rights of transgender Oregonians under the law. Need to know about your right to housing, or how the law addresses public restrooms? This guide has the answers you need.
Tips for Talking to Trans, Genderqueer and Gender Non-Conforming People
What language is affirming? What language isn’t? This handout outlines some basic do’s and don’ts for talking with transgender, genderqueer, and gender non-conforming people. Includes introductory tips for being a good ally.
Institutional Oppression of Transgender People
Like any form of oppression, transphobia works through institutional policies and practices every day, whether we intend it to or not. This poster outlines just some of the ways that transphobia works through institutions like medicine, the government, schools and more.
Common Missteps of Trans Allies
When people who aren’t transgender first start to interact with people who are, we can get caught up in basic questions and end up acting differently than we otherwise do. This chart breaks down some common missteps that trans allies make, and how those missteps can be experienced.
Love. Commitment. Marriage.
Why does marriage matter? It says “we’re family” in a way that no other word does. It is the ultimate expression of commitment and responsibility for the person you love.
