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Gender Justice @genderjustice.us · Oct 22
BREAKING: A historic victory in our case Cooper v. USA Powerlifting! 🧵
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From December 22 - January 2 our office will be closed and our team will be taking time to rest, reflect, and recharge. We’ll be back in the new year, on Monday, January 5.

Thank you so much for being with us in 2025, and we hope you enjoy a restful close to the year. See you in 2026!
December 19, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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We're hiring for two roles: Advocacy Director and Senior Operations Manager!

Learn more and apply: genderjustice.us/join-our-team
Join Our Team - Gender Justice
Join our team of dedicated legal and policy experts working to advance gender equity through the law.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Today, the Trump administration announced plans to restrict access to gender-affirming health care through the federal rulemaking process. 🧵
December 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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We believe that every child deserves safety and dignity. But when our client S.R. entered Minnesota’s foster care system at age 12, that’s not what she found. 🧵
December 10, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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Ahead of holiday gatherings (and the tough conversations that can accompany them), we’re excited to announce a new North Dakota Trans Equity Training!

Join us and the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition on Monday, December 15 from 6 - 7:15 PM: secure.everyaction.com/NabGwvAX102TTFiyPnnZiQ2
Building Trans Equity: Tools for Talking and Taking Action
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December 5, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Hennepin County has agreed to major reforms in a win for trans people’s dignity and safety! 🧵
December 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Gender Justice is proud to have been part of advocating for Minnesota's new paid family and medical leave program, which will provide financial support that empowers more Minnesotans to take time to care for their loved ones and themselves.

Learn more at pl.mn.gov
On a purple background, text reads: DO YOU KNOW ABOUT MINNESOTA’S NEW PAID LEAVE PROGRAM? Gender Justice is proud to have been part of advocating for Minnesota’s new, expansive paid family and medical leave program, taking effect January 2026! Eligible folks will be able to take (per year): 12 weeks of medical leave 12 weeks of family leave & a total of 20 weeks of combined medical and family leave. On a purple background, text reads: Crucially, this program embraces an inclusive definition of family. For example, people applying for leave to care for a loved one can be caring for a: Spouse or domestic partner Parent or legal guardian Child or grandchild Grandparent Sibling Relative of a spouse Or “someone who has an expectation of and reliance on me to care for them without compensation.” On a purple background, text reads: If you are a Minnesota parent who welcomed a child in 2025, you can apply for leave Starting tomorrow, December 3! Learn more at a special webinar for new and expecting parents: Thursday, December 4 12 - 1 PM Virtual On a purple background, text reads: Additional eligible Minnesotans, including folks applying for medical leave or family leave that does not involve a new child, will be able to apply Soon! You can learn about eligibility, the application process, and more at the official Paid Leave website: pl.mn.gov
December 2, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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Today, the Minnesota Court of Appeals issued a deeply disappointing ruling with a dangerous message: that churches have free reign to fire any employee, even someone with a secular role, if they don’t conform to their employer’s “religious beliefs.” 🧵
December 1, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Join us Sunday, December 7 from 1:30 - 5:30 PM for an in-depth nonviolent direct action training! Learn how to make direct actions successful, develop hands-on skills and connect with fellow community members:
Nonviolent Direct Action Training
While ICE continues to target our immigrant neighbors, and cities across the country are being occupied by National Guard troops, Minnesotans must step into our shared values of courage, care, and com...
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November 25, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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Today and every day, we remember. And today and every day, we push forward together to create a world that is not only safe for trans people, but affirms and honors the fundamental truth that trans people have always been here and always will be.
On a teal background with a subtly visible trans pride flag, text reads: On Trans Day of Remembrance, we pause to honor the lives stolen by violence, hate, and inequity rooted in transphobia, racism, and misogyny – and remember the beauty, courage, and possibility they brought into the world. We grieve. We remember. We carry their names in our hearts, and their dreams into our work. Today is not only about mourning, it’s a day to recommit: to ending the systems and ideologies that make trans life unsafe, and to building a world where trans people don’t just survive, but belong, flourish, and lead.
November 20, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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Gender Justice has spent 15 years fearlessly fighting for what’s right, powered by supporters like you! Together, we’ve made Minnesota a beacon of reproductive freedom, a national leader for transgender rights, and a trailblazer for justice.

But our wins aren't permanent unless we defend them. 🧵
November 19, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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Join us and the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition for a special North Dakota Trans Equity Training, Wednesday, November 19, from 6 - 7:15 PM!
Building Trans Equity: Tools for Talking and Taking Action
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November 13, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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How can we make schools safe and affirming for trans kids? In a special Trans Equity Training this fall, researcher and parent Rebecca Allen offered key insights and action steps:
How Schools and Educators Can Step Up for Trans Youth
How can we make schools safe and affirming for trans kids? In a special Trans Equity Training this fall, researcher and parent Rebecca Allen offered key insights and action steps.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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To our West Central Minnesota community: join us for a special, West Central-specific Trans Equity Training on Thursday, November 6!
Sign Up for Our West Central MN Trans Equity Training
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October 31, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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North Dakotans and allies in close proximity: You're invited to join us for a virtual town hall on the future of gender affirming care in North Dakota on Monday, November 10, 6 - 7 PM CT.

Learn more and RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/Jc_SwQ9rfUWo...
October 30, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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We’re hiring a Senior Staff Attorney at Gender Justice!

We’re looking for an experienced, creative, and brave litigator committed to working on high-impact cases in the areas of LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive rights, and anti-discrimination law.

Learn more and apply:
Join Our Team - Gender Justice
Join our team of dedicated legal and policy experts working to advance gender equity through the law.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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On October 22, 2025, Minnesota saw a historic win in our case Cooper v. USA Powerlifting, affirming trans athletes’ right to compete without discrimination!

Check out our virtual briefing, breaking down the implications of this landmark ruling:
Three Things to Know About the Landmark Cooper v. USA Powerlifting Win
On October 22, 2025, the Minnesota Supreme Court issued a historic, unanimous decision in Cooper v. USA Powerlifting. This ruling not only powerfully asserted the rights of transgender athletes to ful...
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October 28, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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We're looking for passionate, visionary volunteer leaders to join our board of directors! Help steer our organization through this critical moment for gender justice: Applications are due TOMORROW!
Join Our Board
We are seeking enthusiastic, social justice-minded applicants who share a passion for Gender Justice to join our board starting in January 2026.
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October 23, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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You’re invited: join us tomorrow, Thursday, October 23 from 3 - 4 PM CT as we celebrate and share key takeaways from today’s amazing victory in Cooper v. USA Powerlifting!
A Monumental Win for Trans Athletes
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October 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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BREAKING: A historic victory in our case Cooper v. USA Powerlifting! 🧵
October 22, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Later today, the Minnesota Supreme Court will be issuing its decision on Cooper v. USA Powerlifting, our landmark trans rights in sports case. Ahead of the decision, over 2,000 athletes, coaches, and parents, and advocates are calling for trans inclusion in sports.
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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This year marks Gender Justice’s 15th anniversary. We’re proud and grateful for what supporters like you have made possible…but to be honest, right now, it’s hard to feel like celebrating. 🧵
October 20, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Today, a District Court in North Dakota issued a deeply disappointing ruling in our case T.D. v. Wrigley, upholding the state’s sweeping ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. Here’s what that means for North Dakotans:
October 9, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Today, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in Chiles v. Salazar: Click through to learn what that could mean for folks in Minnesota and North Dakota.

For LGBTQ+ youth and families who've faced conversion therapy, we know this is heavy. You are seen, you are supported, and your safety matters.
Vertical image of supreme court facade with text on a dark teal background that reads: Today, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in Chiles v. Salazar, a case challenging Colorado’s law that protects minors from therapists who claim they can change a young person’s sexual orientation or gender identity if they just “try hard enough.” The Court’s decision could have far-reaching consequences, including for youth in Minnesota and North Dakota. Text on a dark teal background that reads: Conversion therapy is a dangerous, discredited practice linked to anxiety, depression, and higher rates of suicide among LGBTQ+ youth. It’s not a thing of the past. Conversion therapy is still happening in communities across the U.S. Every major medical and mental health association condemns conversion therapy and supports laws protecting youth. Text on a dark teal background that reads: Laws protecting minors from conversion have broad support. 23 states have banned the practice, including Minnesota. North Dakota prohibits licensed social workers from engaging in conversion therapy. But, if the Supreme Court strikes down Colorado’s ban, states like ours could be barred from enforcing our bans, which would allow licensed mental health providers to engage in this harmful practice. Vertical image of supreme court facade with text on a dark teal background that reads: The Supreme Court will issue its ruling in summer 2026. We’ll hold a SCOTUS Chat to break down the decision and what it means for youth in Minnesota, North Dakota, and beyond.
October 7, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Tickets are on sale for the 3rd Annual Gender Justice Brunch on 11/16!

This year’s program, Equity & Inclusion in Women’s Sports, features Layshia Clarendon, recently retired WNBA veteran, and Ashland Johnson, founder of the Inclusion Playbook.
Gender Justice Brunch 2025 Host & Ticket Page
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September 18, 2025 at 6:22 PM