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
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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
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05, 2017
Governor Brown Signs Landmark Transgender Equality Bill
HB 2673 is the first standalone transgender justice bill ever to pass the Oregon Legislature
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05, 2017
Celebrate Portland Pride With PTFC!
Saturday, June 17
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05, 2017
A Decade After the Oregon Equality Act’s Passage, the Fight Continues
In honor of the 10th anniversary of our state's landmark legislation, Senator Merkley looks back and shares where equality is headed
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03, 2017
Basic Rights to Recognize Salt & Straw, Wieden+Kennedy at Business Leaders Luncheon
Basic Rights Education Fund will recognize Oregon-based businesses Salt & Straw and Wieden+Kennedy for their leadership in promoting fair and [...]