BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Basic Rights Oregon//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Basic Rights Oregon X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://www.basicrights.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Basic Rights Oregon X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130510T213000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130510T235559 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20130422T145721 LAST-MODIFIED:20130422T145721 UID:4318-1368221400-1368230159@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Benefits With Friends: a dance party for trans people and our allies DESCRIPTION:A dance party for trans people and our allies! Featuring DJ Monika MHz and a performace by microaggression! All proceeds benefit BRO's Trans Justice program. Friday\, May 10th | Crush Bar | 1400 SE Morrison 21+ | 9:30PM - 1AM | $5-8 Sliding Scale | No one turned away for lack of funds | ADA Accessible | Gender neutral bathrooms will be available LOCATION:1400 SE Morrision St, Portland, OR, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/benefits-with-friends-a-dance-party-for-trans-people-and-our-allies/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130411T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130411T210059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20130328T142502 LAST-MODIFIED:20130328T142537 UID:4199-1365703200-1365714059@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Dismantling Racism: Racial Justice, Immigration, and LGBT Communities DESCRIPTION:Join Basic Rights Oregon for this interactive workshop addressing the commonalities and differences between racism\, homophobia and transphobia. As May Day approaches\, we'll focus specifically on immigrant rights and LGBT rights\, and folks who live at the intersections of our communities. Participants will develop a shared framework for understanding race and racial justice\, explore the parallel and unique experiences of trans and immigrant communities\, and learn how documentation is used to police both gender and national status. Thursday\, April 11th 6:00 - 9:00 PM Center for Intercultural Organizing  - 700 N Killingsworth St. Portland\, OR 97217 dinner provided (including vegan and gluten-free options)   This workshop will begin with "anti-racism 101\," including defining racism and exploring how racism plays out on personal\, cultural\, and institutional levels. LOCATION:700 N Killingsworth St., Portland, OR, 97217, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/dismantling-racism-racial-justice-immigration-and-lgbt-communities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130228T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130228T200059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20130212T130951 LAST-MODIFIED:20130212T131003 UID:3982-1362074400-1362081659@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Join us for a State of Trans Oregon - Portland DESCRIPTION: Last month\, Oregon's Insurance Division announced that private insurance companies doing business in Oregon must end discriminatory exclusions of medically-necessary health care for transgender Oregonians. What does this announcement mean for trans Oregonians? Join Basic Rights Oregon’s Trans Justice program to learn more about this groundbreaking decision and our work to end healthcare discrimination against transgender communities. We'll provide delicious free food and will also have free resources available like our “Know Your Rights Guide” for trans Oregonians and “The Benefits of Equality” toolkit\, a step by step guide to moving trans-inclusive health benefits. Click here to register! First Unitarian Church of Portland Eliot Chapel: 1011 SW 12th Ave Thursday\, February 28th 6-8PM Free\, Wheelchair Accessible Gender Neutral Bathrooms will be available. LOCATION:1011 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/join-us-for-a-state-of-trans-oregon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130315T193000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130320T213059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20130206T113433 LAST-MODIFIED:20130306T135104 UID:3945-1363375800-1363815059@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Join us for "Turning", at the Clinton Street Theater DESCRIPTION:Join us for a film screening to benefit Basic Rights Education Fund’s Trans Justice program. Through its synthesis of Antony and the Johnson’s songs and unfurling video portraiture of the 13 remarkable women who performed on stage\, TURNING creates an intimate and cinematic experience exploring themes of identity\, transcendence and the revelation of essence. “Turning represent freedom\, from society and from gender. I feel worthy\, being a woman\, an artist\, a transsexual. Being OK!” one performer puts it. The film will be shown at the Clinton Street Theatre Friday\, March 15 through Sunday\, March 17 as well as Tuesday\, March 19 and Wednesday\, March 20.  $1 from each ticket purchased to the screenings of TURNING will be donated to Basic Rights Education Fund’s Trans Justice program.   For more information about the film\, check out the website. LOCATION:2522 SE Clinton Street, Portland, 97202, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/join-us-for-turning-at-the-clinton-street-theater/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130129T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130129T203059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20130125T130202 LAST-MODIFIED:20130125T130202 UID:3931-1359482400-1359491459@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:The State of Trans Oregon - Eugene DESCRIPTION:Community briefing and story sharing training. Tuesday\, January 29th 2013 6:00 - 8:30 PM University of Oregon EMU Fir Room RSVP HERE! Join Basic Rights Oregon’s Trans Justice program for an evening to learn more about the state of trans Oregon. Enjoy delicious free food\, learn about our work to end healthcare discrimination against transgender communities\, and receive free training on how to share your story to make change! We’ll also have free resources available like our “Know Your Rights Guide” for trans Oregonians and “The Benefits of Equality” toolkit\, a step by step guide to moving trans-inclusive health benefits. The space is fully ADA accessible. Hearing assistive devices will be available with one week advanced noticed. Please email tash@basicrights.org if you would you like a hearing assistive device or have other questions/requests regarding accessibility. LOCATION:University of Oregon, Eugene, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/the-state-of-trans-oregon-eugene/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121120T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121120T200059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20121008T142330 LAST-MODIFIED:20121009T134135 UID:3515-1353434400-1353441659@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Remembrance DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Transgender Day of Remembrance.  Events will be announced and updated on this page as they become available.   The Portland Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence\, in collaboration with the Q Center and Basic Rights Oregon\, present: An event for Transgender Day of Remembrance to celebrate and heal the living Metropolitan Community Church of Portland 7:00pm 2400 NE Broadway Portland\, OR 97232 This year's theme is "Firing the Crucible". We'll start off with a keynote message about this theme followed by a ritual where we'll share the names. For more info please email TheVeganMary@gmail.com. Click here for more information. For more information about the Transgender Day of Remembrance: http://www.transgenderdor.org/memorializing-2012 LOCATION: URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/transgender-day-of-remembrance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121019T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121019T200059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20121008T134144 LAST-MODIFIED:20121009T121515 UID:3511-1350671400-1350676859@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:An Evening with Kylar Broadus DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special reception with Kylar Broadus - national leader and keynote speaker for this year's Trans Justice Summit. Kylar is a professor\, attorney\, activist and public speaker from Missouri. He currently serves on the board of the National Black Justice Coalition and was board chair from 2007 to 2010.  In 2010\, Kylar founded Trans People of Color Coalition (TPOCC)\, the only national civil rights organization dedicated to the needs of Trans People of Color. And this year\, Kylar became the first openly transgender person to testify before the U.S. Senate. $25 suggested donation Light bites provided\, cash bar ADA accessible\, gender neutral restrooms Limited space is available for this event\, so click here to get your ticket now! LOCATION:50 SW Morrison St, Portland, OR, 97204, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/an-evening-with-kylar-broadus/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121116T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121116T203059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20121008T133414 LAST-MODIFIED:20121024T115344 UID:3509-1353090600-1353097859@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Trans Justice Community Video Premier and Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:6:30 - 8:30 PM Friday\, November 16th Mercy Corps (45 SW Ankeny Street) Light bites and beverages provided ADA accessible and gender-neutral restrooms No one turned away for lack of funds RSVP Here! For the past three years\, Basic Rights Oregon has been working with trans community members to end health care discrimination against trans Oregonians. We've achieved incredible victories in 2012 - from educating nearly 200 decision-makers about trans health care\, to increasing the number of Oregonians with trans-inclusive benefits by 45\,000. And we've produced a first-of-its-kind video discussing trans experiences of health care discrimination: eight incredible community members are joined by two allies to share struggles\, joys\, and triumphs about trans-inclusive care. This screening will include a panel of several folks from the video\, food and drinks\, special guest speakers\, and amazing raffle prizes from She Bop and more! Join us for this exciting event and support the work of the Trans Justice program. LOCATION:43 Southwest Naito Parkway, Portland, OR, 97204, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/trans-justice-film-screening-and-q-a/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121020T090000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121021T170059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092016 CREATED:20120815T093255 LAST-MODIFIED:20121010T144913 UID:3223-1350723600-1350838859@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:2012 Transgender Justice Summit DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-day leadership summit hosted by Basic Rights Oregon and the Portland State University Queer Resource Center! The weekend will empower trans Oregonians and our allies in our work to build a strong movement for Trans Justice statewide. We'll share our victories and lessons learned\, explore how health care discrimination plays out in our community\, and build the skills we need to win the struggles ahead. In addition to trainings on topics ranging from "how to lobby decision makers" to "dismantling racism within the trans community\," this year's summit will include workshops on personal needs and how to access trans-friendly services. Saturday October 20th – Sunday October 21st Smith Memorial Student Union at Portland State University 1633 SW Park Ave Portland\, OR 97204 $15.00 (Early Bird) For one day if purchased before 9/22/2012$25.00 (Early Bird) For two days if purchased before 9/22/2012 REGISTER HERE!! If you have questions or accessibility needs to the University\, or would like ASL interpretation\, please contact us by emailing David@basicrights.org\, or calling 503-222-6151 x118. This event is wheelchair accessible and neutral restrooms will be available. No one turned away for lack of funds. Out hotel sponsor Hotel Fifty is offering rooms at discounted rate. Up to 4 guests can stay in rooms with two double beds\, so you can subsidize your costs by staying with a group. Thank you to our sponsors: LOCATION:Smith Hall (SMSU) 333, Portland, Select a Country: URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/2012-transgender-justice-summit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120808T210000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120809T020059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092017 CREATED:20120725T102847 LAST-MODIFIED:20120725T103601 UID:3131-1344459600-1344477659@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Benefits with Friends: A Dance Party for Trans Justice! DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, August 8th An all ages dance party for trans people and our allies!   9PM -2AM Featuring DJ Chicklit of Transit and DJ Tab Dansby! Photobooth by Nik Rapier Holocene\, 1001 SE Morrison $5-8 sliding scale\, no one turned away for lack of funds. All ages\, bar open for 21+ Wheelchair accessible\, gender-neutral bathrooms Benefiting the Trans Justice Program at Basic Rights Oregon (http://www.basicrights.org/programs/transgender-justice/) and the ID Project at Outside in (http://www.outsidein.org/). Help trans people access resources now\, and build political power for the future! LOCATION:1001 SE Morrison St, Portland, OR, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/benefits-with-friends-a-dance-party-for-trans-justice/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120711T190000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120711T210059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092017 CREATED:20120614T160912 LAST-MODIFIED:20120703T100704 UID:2948-1342033200-1342040459@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:The State of Trans Oregon: A community briefing and story sharing training DESCRIPTION:Join Basic Rights Oregon’s Trans Justice program for an evening to learn more about the state of trans Oregon. Enjoy delicious free food\, learn about our work to end healthcare discrimination against transgender communities\, and receive free training on how to share your story to make change! We’ll also have free resources available like our “Know Your Rights Guide” for trans Oregonians and “The Benefits of Equality” toolkit\, a step by step guide to moving trans-inclusive health benefits.  Wednesday July 11\, 2012 7PM-9PM Portland State University\, SMSU 333 Contact: David@basicrights.org with any questions Click here to register! LOCATION:Smith Hall (SMSU) 333, Portland, Select a Country: URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/the-state-of-trans-oregon-a-community-briefing-and-story-sharing-training/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120628T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120628T210059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092017 CREATED:20120604T160113 LAST-MODIFIED:20120604T160211 UID:2851-1340906400-1340917259@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:To Your Health Launch Party DESCRIPTION:To Your Health Launch Party Thursday\, June 28\, 2012 6pm to 9pm Hamburger Mary’s 19 NW 5th Ave\, Portland TransActive Education & Advocacy is proud to present their latest program\, "In a Bind"! "In a Bind" is a chest binder exchange program. We collect new and pre-owned binders from individuals who no longer need them\, then pass the binders on\, free of charge\, to transgender and genderqueer youth in need. For more information\, to donate\, or to apply for a binder\, visit: inabind.transactiveonline.org Basic Rights Oregon is excited to partner with TransActive for this incredible event\, and BRO's Trans Justice team is proud to announce a groundbreaking new resource: "The Benefits of Equality: A Blueprint for Inclusive Health Care for Transgender Workers." This toolkit is a one-of-a-kind resource for winning transgender-inclusive health insurance in the workplace. This toolkit is the result of years of work organizing to end health care discrimination against trans communities. From tips on how to talk to your insurance provider to an introduction to the issue\, "The Benefits of Equality" is a convenient resource with clear steps and information about removing exclusions from benefits plans. Join us to celebrate the launch of these two exciting trans health care initiatives at the one place in Portland where you can eat\, drink\, and be Mary: Hamburger Mary's! This is an all ages event. LOCATION:19 NW 5th Ave, Portland, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/to-your-health-launch-party/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121012T193000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121013T000059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092017 CREATED:20120227T133632 LAST-MODIFIED:20121005T163302 UID:1811-1350070200-1350086459@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:It's almost time to IGNITE! DESCRIPTION:IGNITE - Basic Rights Oregon Annual Gala! Friday\, October 12th\, 2012 Portland Art Museum 5pm - VIP COCKTAIL HOUR Sponsored by Key Private Bank 6pm - VIP DINNER VIP Tickets: $250 Hosted by Ann Schatz Seating is limited so click here to buy your tickets today! 7:30pm - IGNITE'S MAIN EVENT With Special guest emcee - the amazing Storm Large! Tickets: $75 Purchase your tickets today! IGNITE! The Basic Rights Oregon Event is BRO's largest "don't-miss" event of the year! Click here to purchase your tickets today! Thanks Absolut for sponsoring IGNITE! 2011 IGNITE! Jeana Frazzini Executive Director\, Basic Rights Oregon We have made our signature event better with new energy\, a new location and an updated format. 2011 IGNITE! Special Guest Kate Kendall\, Executive Director National Center for Lesbian Rights The evening begins with an exclusive dinner for 350 VIP guests\, followed by a party (with a purpose) for 900! IGNITE! Crowd dancing the night away The event celebrates Basic Rights' yearly accomplishments and recognizes community leaders\, business executives\, lawmakers\, supporters\, and activists who have gone to extraordinary lengths to further equality. Click here to purchase your tickets today! Interested in 2012 IGNITE! Sponsorship opportunities or have questions? Contact Juan Martinez at juan@basicrights.org LOCATION:1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/ignite/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120622 DTSTAMP:20130526T092017 CREATED:20120227T133148 LAST-MODIFIED:20120601T144412 UID:1807-1340236800-1340323200@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Bites for Rights DESCRIPTION:Our most delicious fundraiser of the year! 2012 marks the 13th annual Bites for Rights Event. On June 21st\, 2012\, restaurants\, coffee shops\, bars and bakeries around the state will donate a generous percentage of their day’s proceeds to Basic Rights Oregon. On this one day\, you can feast to promote fairness for all LGBT Oregonians. In 2011 restaurants state-wide took part in Bites for Rights including the Astoria Coffeehouse in Astoria and Left Coast Siesta in Manzanita.  Along with Byways Café\, Cupcake Jones\, The Gilt Club\, Crush\, Genoa Restaurant\, Big Ass Sandwiches and Mother’s Bistro & Bar to name a few from Portland. Take a stand for equality by going out for coffee\, brunch\, drinks\, dinner and dessert. With your help\, we can send a powerful message to business owners that supporting LGBT equality is not only the right thing to do\, but it’s good business too! By dining out all day long\, YOU can help sustain Basic Rights Oregon’s efforts in transgender justice\, racial justice and marriage equality. Are you a restaurant\, bar\, coffee shop\, food cart interested in participating in this year’s Bites for Rights? Does your business\, organization\, or community group want to take part in Bites for Rights for your monthly meeting with a restaurant near you? Contact Joe LeBlanc at Joe@basicrights.org or 503.222.6151 x113 for more details. Mark your calendars for this year’s Bites for Rights – Thursday\, June 21\, 2012. Bon Appetit! For a full list of participants\, please click here!   Click here for a list of our 2012 Bites for Rights Participating Restaurants We would like to thank our Sponsors: Presenting Sponsor Media Sponsors LOCATION: URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/bites-for-rights/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120311T163000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120311T190059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092017 CREATED:20120221T170608 LAST-MODIFIED:20120221T170608 UID:1795-1331483400-1331492459@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Film screening benefit for BRO: "Austin Unbound" and "Married in Spandex" at POW Fest DESCRIPTION:Join us for a very special screening of the films “Austin Unbound” and “Married in Spandex”\, part of the Portland Women’s Film Festival (POW Fest)\, and a fundraiser for Basic Rights Education Fund.   Sunday\, March 11\, 2012 Hollywood Theatre\, 1st floor – 4122 NE Sandy Blvd\, Portland 97212 Filmmakers reception 4:30pm\, screening at 5:00pm ASL Interpretation provided Purchase tickets online here For more information about the films\, follow this link. LOCATION:4122 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR, 97212, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/film-screening-benefit-for-bro-austin-unbound-and-married-in-spandex-at-pow-fest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111029T090000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111029T170059 DTSTAMP:20130526T092017 CREATED:20111018T222020 LAST-MODIFIED:20111027T134054 UID:855-1319878800-1319907659@http://www.basicrights.org SUMMARY:Trans Justice Healthcare Summit: No Exclusions, No Excuses DESCRIPTION:With the recent victory with the City of Portland - Oregon is now home to two of the three municipalities in the US who have added trans–inclusive health care for its employees! This is a historic win in the fight to end the discrimination that transgender and gender non-conforming Oregonians face every day in accessing basic health care. And we are not stopping there! That's why Basic Rights Oregon is hosting a one-day leadership conference to empower trans Oregonians and our allies in our work to end health insurance discrimination. We'll develop a shared strategy to win health care\, explore how health care discrimination plays out in our community\, and build the skills we need to make Oregon the first state to ban trans health care discrimination. You can be part of a groundbreaking strategy to make Oregon the first state to ban health insurance discrimination against transgender people. It’s one full day at the Q Center in Portland. Lunch and snacks will be provided for all attendees and participants. Limited space available\, click here to register today! Please go here for a list of workshops and presenters! LOCATION:4115 N. Mississippi Ave., Portland, OR, 97204, United States URL:http://www.basicrights.org/event/trans-justice-healthcare-summit-no-exclusions-no-excuses/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR