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The real threat to women’s sports? It’s not trans athletes.
This opinion piece, written by Gender Justice Executive Director Megan Peterson, was originally published by the Minnesota Star Tribune on February 25, 2025. It is reprinted with full permission.
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Trans Athletes Are Protected Under Law—Here’s What You Need to Know
On February 5, the Trump administration issued an executive order (EO) attempting to ban transgender athletes from sports. Let’s be clear: this is a cruel, baseless attack designed to fuel fear and division—not a policy rooted in fairness or facts. And in Minnesota, it’s also illegal.
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What Minnesotans Need to Know About Trump’s EO on Trans Youth Health Care
On January 28, the White House issued an Executive Order attacking transgender health care, spreading disinformation and fueling political fear-mongering. It is critical to clarify several points.
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2024 Legislative Wins
In Minnesota’s most recent legislative session, we saw big advancements in reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, and bodily autonomy. As we look ahead, your continued support will help us to advance an ambitious pro-equality agenda in the upcoming legislative session, including the strongest state Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) in the country.
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Fighting for Justice in the Courts
2024 has been a landmark year for Gender Justice in the courts, with your support making possible historic wins and significant progress in some of our biggest cases.
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2024 Letter from the Executive Director
Gender Justice Executive Director Megan Peterson reflects on 2024, the upcoming presidential election, and future initiatives.
Milestones of Progress
Our organization has celebrated some big wins over the years and we continue to grow in the ways we harness strategic impact litigation, legislative advocacy, and education to push the law forward when it comes to gender equality. Check out what we’ve accomplished, together.