The Gender Justice Brief

Megan Peterson, Executive Director of Gender Justice, visiting in Washington, D.C., interviews Paula Ávila-Guillén, Executive Director of the Women's Equality Center.  They discuss the Green Wave movement, focusing on abortion rights in Latin America. Paula details the movement's origins, its significant societal and legal impacts, and its stamps on global abortion rights advocacy. Megan a...

In this episode, Erin Maye Quade and Jess Braverman, answer you questions related to their work on gender justice, legal challenges, and lawmaking. Erin and Jess delve into controversial issues including the Kate Cox abortion case in Texas, discuss their experiences and challenges in their respective roles as lawmaker and lawyer, and share insights into how legal cases are chosen for action. Erin...

2023 has almost drawn to a close, and we have one more episode to go. On Saturday, December 30th, Erin Maye Quade and Jess Braverman unpack the "Mailbag", answering the questions you asked us. From all of us at Gender Justice, we wish you Happy Holidays! ### Visit the "Gender Justice" Website  here  and "Unrestrict Minnesota"  here . The GJB is produced by Michael at...

In this invigorating conversation, Gender Justice Legal Director Jess Braverman and renowned law professor, Melissa Murray, cover an array of controversial legal topics. Murray offers her insights on Democratic deliberation of the Supreme Court, potential court reforms, the impacts of organized conservative judiciary, and the significance of equal rights amendment in state and national levels. She...

In this Zoom-Live briefing, the Gender Justice legal team discuss the importance of protections for breastfeeding, nursing, and pumping moms in the workplace. In particular, we highlight the experiences faced by Hani Ali, a mother who faced discrimination and intimidation at Sun Country Airlines due to her need to pump milk at work.  For more information, please visit these links:Ali v. Sun Countr...

This episode was recorded live, at the annual Gender Justice Brunch. --- Among our amazing guests, we welcomed Helene and MatthewWoods. Helene recounts the challenging journey of Matt, during his transition from elementary to middle school. After Matt came out as transgender, he faced significant difficulties at school, including discrimination and being denied access to appropriate restrooms. Thi...

In this episode of Gender Justice's podcast, Erin Maye Quade, and the legal team at Gender Justice discuss several important Supreme Court cases.  The Gender Justice legal team is represented by attorneys Christy Hall, Sara Jane Baldwin, Grace Moore, and Brittany Stewart The cases cover various topics, including sex discrimination, civil rights testers, administrative law, the Second Amendment...

In this episode of the Gender Justice Brief, the host, Cam Kruger, talks with Terri Ann Thompson, a senior research scientist at IBIS Reproductive Health, and Sara Jane Baldwin, Senior Staff Attorney at Gender Justice, about telehealth and medication abortion. The discussion revolves around the use and impact of telehealth in sexual and reproductive health as well as themes of patient autonomy, im...

In this compelling pod-swap episode with the Transgenda Podcast, hosts Ana and her cisgender dad, Cam Kruger, discuss the nuances of gender, trans rights, and societal expectations. Recorded live at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits conference, Ana and Cam emphasize nonprofits' pivotal role in trans rights advocacy. Guest star Jess Braverman, the legal director of Gender Justice, joins Ana a...

In this episode, Erin Maye Quade is joined by Christina Sambor and Brittany Stewart.   The discussion centers on Gender Justice’s expanded work into North Dakota and South Dakota, a region often used as testing grounds for right-wing movements.  Gender Justice is challenging discriminatory laws, promoting LGBTQ rights, and reproductive rights, and bolstering legal capacity. Christina Sambor gives...

In this episode of The Gender Justice Brief podcast, Erin Hart, Communications Director at Gender Justice, hosts a discussion with Jess Braverman, Legal Director at Gender Justice, and Minnesota State Senator Erin Maye Quade, Special Projects Advisor. This episode focuses on the complex topic of FDA medication abortion lawsuits and their potential impact on reproductive rights. Senator Maye Quade...

The episode focuses on a recent press conference announcing North Dakota families’ lawsuit against the gender-affirming health care ban for minors, featuring poignant testimonies from affected families. Brittany, as lead counsel, explains the legal arguments challenging the ban's constitutionality under the North Dakota State Constitution, covering equal protection, parental rights, personal a...

In this episode Erin Hart welcomes Abena Abraham and Jay Belsito, to discuss the importance of community organizing.  Abena serves as the Unrestricted Minnesota Campaign Director, while Jay is an organizer at Gender Justice. This episode emphasizes the significance of direct engagement with Minnesotans and the success of electoral organizing efforts, including strategies like door-knocking and com...

In this episode, Erin Hart welcomes Jess Braverman, the legal director at Gender Justice, and Erin Maye Quade, Gender Justice Special Projects Advisor (and rising TikTok star). The team discusses Anderson v. Thrifty White, a lawsuit filed on behalf of Andrea Anderson, who was denied service when she sought to fill a prescription for emergency contraception. The complaint, filed in Aitkin County Di...

In the episode, Erin Hart and Christy Hall discuss the legal protections for transgender students and their families under federal and state law The Minnesota Human Rights Act ensures rights for transgender students and their families. If you have experienced discrimination, you can report it to the Minnesota Department of Human Rights here:  https://mn.gov/mdhr/intake/consultationinquiryform/ Gen...

In this episode, Erin Hart, Allison Glass and Sara Jane Baldwin discuss rights for pregnant employees and for pumping at work. They cover: Changes in the Minnesota's Women's Economic Security Act (WESA), which include more frequent breaks, seating arrangements, and lifting limits for pregnant employees. A focus on creating safe, private spaces for pumping that are not bathrooms, with acces...

In this episode, host Erin Hart speaks with OutFront Minnesota Executive Director Kat Rohn, Gender Justice Legal Director Jess Braverman, and Gender Justice Special Projects Advisor Erin Maye Quade about the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in 303 Creative v. Elenis. In their analysis of the ruling they cover:   The background of the case, including the “hypothetical” harm caused to the plaintiff who n...

In this episode, Erin Hart, Erin Mae Quade, and Jess Braverman reflect on the anniversary of the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade Reflections on the one-year anniversary of Roe v. Wade being overturned, leading to nationwide upheaval for abortion access and reproductive healthcare Theories and reactions to the leaked opinion in Dobbs, exploring motives and potential impacts from the leak...

In this episode, Erin Hart, Christina Sambor (North Dakota State Director of Gender Justice), and Meetra Mehdizadeh (Staff Attorney from the Center for Reproductive Rights) discuss:    The legal motion to amend the ongoing abortion rights lawsuit in North Dakota Background on the original lawsuit challenging North Dakota’s trigger ban on abortion Significance of the North Dakota Supreme Court'...

In this episode, Erin Hart, Jess Braverman, and Phil Duran discuss “Lusk v DOC” "Christina Lusk versus Minnesota Department of Corrections: Transgender Rights in Government Custody" Discussion about the settled lawsuit and its significance for transgender rights in government custody. Christina's struggle to access necessary care and involvement of Rainbow Health in resolving related issues. Joint...

Erin Hart discusses major wins and the work ahead after the 2023 legislative session with Senator Erin Maye Quade, Megan Peterson, and Monica Meyer.   Reproductive Freedom Legislative Achievements: Beyond Roe Agenda: Repealing restrictions, protecting patients and providers, ensuring affordability. Reproductive Freedom Codification Act: Undoing anti-abortion laws, decriminalizing abortion. The adv...

Join Erin Hart and Megan Peterson in this conversation about the history of Gender Justice and the landmark legal victories of the past years. The Coalition's Early Days: Follow Megan Peterson's journey as she uncovers gaps in abortion coverage for low-income individuals and the formation of a coalition in Minnesota to advance reproductive justice. Landmark Decision and Ongoing Challenges:...

In this episode, Erin Hart and Christy Hall reflect on Christy’s 10 years at Gender Justice and big wins for bodily autonomy and transgender rights. They discuss: An update on Doe v. Minnesota, a historic lawsuit that resulted in most of Minnesota’s abortion restrictions being ruled unconstitutional. Victories for transgender rights involving the Affordable Care Act and protecting transgender stud...

In this episode of the Gender Justice Brief, Political Director Monica Meyer discusses the organization's work on LGBTQ and reproductive rights, highlighting progress made in Minnesota's healthcare benefits and non-discrimination laws. Meyer's experience as Executive Director at Outfront Minnesota has given her extensive knowledge of LGBTQ issues and policies, which she brings to her r...

Erin Hart welcomes Christina Sambor, new North Dakota State Director for Gender Justice, and Megan Peterson, Gender Justice Executive Director, to discuss the political climate in North Dakota and recent legislation and rhetoric targeting the transgender community and LGBTQ rights. A discussion of the discriminatory nature of the conversation surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in North Dakota's conserv...