Corvallis Eighth Grader Organizes First Pride Rally
Most people think of summer vacation as a time to relax and get away from the pressures of work and school, but not Linus Pauling Middle School eighth grader Carson Lommers.
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08, 2017
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08, 2017
A Transgender Veteran Speaks Out Against Trump
Shannon’s story provides a chilling look at what it used to mean to serve in the armed forces while transgender – and the fate that could potentially await these thousands of service members if the ban moves forward.
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07, 2017
The Adi Staub Transgender Leadership Fund
Shared on behalf of Lon, Christine and Drew Staub.
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07, 2017
We Must Defend Transgender Service Members and Veterans
We can’t allow the progress made in recent years to be undone. Join us and sign our petition demanding that Congress defend our country’s transgender military members.
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06, 2017
Oregon’s Remarkable Year for Transgender Justice
With firm resolve, lots of hard work, and amazing people, we’ve managed to win some key victories for transgender and queer folks in Oregon. And we’re not done.
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06, 2017
Oregon Becomes First U.S. State to Offer Third Gender Marker on State IDs
Effective July 1, the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles will begin offering a third gender marker on state identification cards, making Oregon the first state in the country to offer this option.
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06, 2017
Bites for Rights Welcomes its First Animal Eatery
Now you can support LGBTQ equality while providing a gourmet treat for your furry friends.
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06, 2017
Remembering Pulse: 6 Ways to Honor Them With Action
To commemorate the date, Basic Rights is participating in a nationwide effort to remember the victims and survivors – to honor them with actions that further equality and justice for all Americans.
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06, 2017
More than 100 Eateries, Uber Eats Join 18th Annual Bites for Rights Dining Event for LGBTQ Equality
Nearly 100 eateries from 11 Oregon communities are participating in the 18th Annual Bites for Rights dining event on Thursday, June 22 to raise funds for Basic Rights Oregon.
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06, 2017
The Funny Thing About Privilege is You May Not Realize You Have it Until it’s Gone
Few people have the privilege of experiencing the business world in two genders. There are plenty of studies that try to compare the impact of gender in the workplace, but first-hand accounts of experiencing those effects are understandably difficult to come by.
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05, 2017
Celebrating Oregon’s First Transgender Equality Law with Governor Brown
HB 2673A makes it easier and safer for transgender people to update their birth certificates.
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05, 2017
Dear Oregon Legislature: Thank You for Making Oregon Safer for Transgender People
Geeta Lewis testified in support of HB 2673A, the first transgender justice bill to pass the Oregon legislature