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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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Our statement on today's announcement from Children's Hospital Minnesota:
As a result of relentless federal pressure, today Children’s Hospital Minnesota announced that starting February 27, they will temporarily pause issuing prescriptions to trans and non-binary youth for gender-affirming care. We are outraged by the federal government’s attacks on trans youth, their families, and their physicians who provide best-practice health care. We are devastated by the harm this will cause young people and their families. And we want to acknowledge that this is an incredibly heavy moment. But let’s be clear: gender-affirming care remains legal in Minnesota. And we intend to keep it that way. Our laws are clear: Minnesota kids and their families have the right to access critical and often life-saving care. Our values are clear: We proudly stand with dedicated providers and with trans and non-binary kids and their families. Our commitment is clear: We will continue to fiercely defend gender-affirming care access and the right of every child to thrive.
February 3, 2026 at 7:46 PM
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A piece from The 19th investigates ICE's gender-based violence — and why it’s so critical these harms aren’t erased.

Have you experienced or witnessed gender-based violence or harassment at the hands of federal agents in Minnesota? File a confidential report at genderjustice.us/ice-report
A headline from the 19th explains that ICE violence against women is increasingly prominent but largely untracked. Accompanied by images of social media posts and videos tracking this violence. Text on a dark green background notes the increased attention on gender-based violence perpetrated by ICE. Also a discussion of how gender-based violence researchers note that this violence doesn't happen in a vacuum: it's directly influenced by the messaging coming from the Trump administration. Quote from Professor Hilary Potter asking "how much of that culture Of machismo, toxic masculinity, whatever you want to call it, is impacting how ICE agents are treating women in the field.” Call-to-action to complete a confidential report at genderjustice.us/ice-report if you have experienced or witnessed gender-based violence at the hands of federal agents in Minnesota.
February 2, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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In these times, we're grateful for nice news to share: Welcome Charlie Williamson, Gender Justice’s North Dakota Program Manager!

Charlie is a teaching artist and advocate with a background in LGBTQ+ and gender-based advocacy in higher education and community settings. They are based in Fargo, ND.
On a purple background header text reads "Welcome to the Team!" with smaller text introducing Charlie Williamson as Gender Justice's North Dakota Program Manager alongside a photo of them.
February 2, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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Yesterday, Gender Justice Legal Director Jess Braverman joined other Minnesota community voices testifying at the Minnesota Senate, sharing the immense harm ICE is inflicting on our communities & calling for swift accountability.

Watch the full testimony: www.youtube.com/live/X_5_u5k...
January 30, 2026 at 4:22 PM
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We’re reflecting on another brutal, senseless murder by federal immigration agents. These deaths have broken our hearts and rightfully sparked outrage. But they’re not the whole story — and we must never lose sight of that.

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We’re reflecting on another brutal, senseless murder by federal immigration agents. Like Renée Nicole Good, Alex Pretti was killed while legally observing federal immigrant violence. He died offering a helping hand – murdered for being a good neighbor. These deaths have broken our hearts and rightfully sparked outrage. But they’re not the whole story — and we must never lose sight of that. ICE’s invasion of Minnesota is part of a much bigger pattern. Across history, systems built on white supremacy and patriarchal control have used state violence to punish care, crush resistance, and dehumanize Black, Brown, Indigenous, immigrant, women, and LGBTQ+ communities. We see it now: our neighbors have been kidnapped, terrorized, and deprived of their rights and basic human dignity. Even more live in fear, hiding from the threat of being torn from their homes and their families. Our hearts, our solidarity, and our focus remain with them. What we’ve seen in Minnesota reveals a hard truth: when systems built on domination and oppression are allowed to persist, no one is truly outside of their reach. To these systems, diverse and thriving communities are the enemy. They see our humanity, our determination to bear witness, and our refusal to comply as a threat. And these systems respond in the way they were built to: with brute force and unforgivable violence. But Minnesotans are showing that love for one another is stronger. We will keep standing up and showing up until all of our neighbors have the safety and dignity they deserve.
January 29, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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Tomorrow, our state will come together to say as one: ICE out of Minnesota!

There can be no business as usual while ICE terrorizes our communities. Join us, and get all the up-to-date details at iceoutnowmn.com
January 22, 2026 at 9:41 PM
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We’re proud to be part of a statewide coalition calling for Minnesota to strike on Friday, January 23.

No work, no school, no shopping. We refuse to accept violence and fear in our communities, and we are united in calling for ICE to get out of Minnesota.

#ICEOutOfMN
Text describing the planned January 23, 2026 general strike in Minnesota to declare ICE OUT. The strike calls for no work, school, or shopping and includes a 2 PM march in downtown Minneapolis.
January 16, 2026 at 9:51 PM
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We’re investigating reports of unlawful gender-based or sexual violence and harassment by federal immigration agents in Minnesota. If you’ve experienced or witnessed gender-based harm at the hands of ICE, CBP, or DHS, you can submit a confidential report at genderjustice.us/ice-report
Report Gender-Based Violence by Federal Immigration Agents
We're collecting confidential reports of gender-based violence by ICE, CBP, or DHS in Minnesota.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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Amidst everything we’re facing in Minnesota, we still wanted to share updates on two important SCOTUS cases about trans students’ right to participate in school sports. Check out key takeaways ahead of the court’s decision this summer: www.genderjustice.us/commentary/scotus-hears-trans-sports-cases
SCOTUS Hears Trans Sports Cases
On January 13, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two pivotal cases about transgender students' right to participate in school sports.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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TONIGHT at 8PM — join leaders in the fight to get ICE OUT of Minnesota for a virtual community briefing. Hear the latest updates and action steps, including information on the January 23 general strike.

RSVP: bit.ly/mnbriefing

Briefings will continue on Wednesdays and Sundays through January.
On a bright blue background text announces "ICE OUT MN Community Briefing" with the RSVP link bit.ly/mnbriefing
January 14, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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Our statement on the horrific murder of Renee Nicole Good and continuing ICE brutality in Minnesota:
Yesterday, ICE shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis. Her name was Renee Nicole Good and she was also a member of our LGBTQ+ community. The Trump administration began lying immediately—smearing her character and misrepresenting her actions to justify state violence. We refuse to let them rewrite what happened: the cold-blooded murder of one of our neighbors. This is what it looks like when dehumanization is sanctioned by policy and carried out through force. When government agencies are granted unchecked power. When misinformation is used to erase accountability and excuse murder. State violence does not exist in silos. The same system polices bodies, criminalizes identity, and narrows who is deemed worthy of protection and belonging. And this system relies on fear, false narratives, and impunity to operate. We cannot and we will not let this go unchecked. We grieve Renee’s life. We stand with her loved ones and with queer and trans, immigrant, and communities of color who live under the constant threat of state violence. We demand truth, accountability, and an end to this brutality. We demand ICE leave Minnesota and leave our communities alone.
January 8, 2026 at 7:07 PM
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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