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just out ▼ juna 21. 1996 ▼ 27 V olunteers Love Makes a Family Inc. wants tasn volunteers to assist w ith the Y W C A C a m p O U T for lesbian and ga y parents and their child re n . The camp w ill be held July 20-23 at Camp W estwind on the Oregon Coast. Teen assistants receive free room and board and participate in activities during their free tim e. Experience caring fo r younger children is im portant. If under 18, must have parent's perm is sion. (Send name, address, phone, a statement o f interest and experience and at least one local reference to: Love Makes A Family Inc.. PO Box 11694. Portland. OR 9 7 2 1 1.) (7 /5 ) Th e N A M E S Project sponsor o f the AIDS M em orial Q uilt, seeks volunteers in the N orthw est to assist e ffo rts to display the entire Q uilt in W a shington,D .C ..O ct. 11-13. Volunteers are needed to coordinate regional e ffo rts to prom ote the display, raise funds, recruit volunteers, arrange logistics, assist panel makers and educate youth. (Information: James Bryson. N W Regional Display Coordinator. 415-882-5569. ext. 381. e mail quilt96nwQaol.com.) (9 /6 ) Th e H IV C e n te r needs volunteers to participate in wide-ranging program s serving people w ith AIDS and HIV. O pportunities include working in the kitchen, reception, home meal delivery, respite care, transportation, professional services, office w ork, participating in center activities and more (Information and applications: Sarah 223-3444.) (1 1 /1 ) O u r House of Portland, a residential care facility fo r men and women living their last days w ith AIDS, needs volunteer Oregon- licensed m assage therapists Requires a w eekly com m ittm ent o f 3-4 hours. (Terry Voss 234-0175.) (8 /1 6 ) Volunteers are needed to help organize the 1997 G a y and Lesbian Parents Coelition International Conference to be held in Portland. If you have skills in organization, accounting, fund raising, outreach, program planning, housing, conference registration o r child care, please call. (Debbie 235-9622, Dana244-31 IBorMenry- Lynn 284-0214.)(7/1 9) A la n 's House, a licensed adult foster-care home in M edford fo r people w ith AIDS, needs volunteers to assist w ith round-the-clock care, who can w ork one four-hour shift pier week, during the evening o r on the weekend. Alan's House is a program o f OnTrack Inc. (Susanne Ashland o r Bill Templeman 779-2006.) (6 /2 1 ) Speak to Y o u r B rothers Project is looking fo r men to help w ith outreach in the bars and at com m unity events, to facilitate N eighbor hood M enTalks. and to produce educational m aterials and social events in the com m unity. Volunteer trainings are offered every other month. A program o f Cascade AIDS Project. (Roger 223-5907. ext. 130 at CAP.) 111/1) a wellness program, which includes a newsletter, the Plus Club House Party social group and prosocial events. Check the calendar listings for a schedule o f classes (HIV U Infoline 223-6339. ext. 111). The Plus C lub House Party provides a relaxing setting fo r people with H IV/ AIDS to meet and mingle socially. The group m eets in private homes on the first and third Friday o f the month (6.309.00pm , call for location: Dale 221-3015 o r Brian 228-5889). (CAP offices: Suite 300. 620 S W Fifth Ave.. 223-5907 ) ( 11/15) C A P Support Group Programs offer a variety o f formats including groups open to family and friends, lovers and caregivers, and people who are AIDS symptomatic and HIV positive asymptomatic, as well as grief and loss support groups. If you would like to join an existing support group, or would like to assist in developing new support groups, contact CAP. (Call Project Client Services 223-5907) (5/19) Clackamas County A ID S Relief Effort is a community-based organization responding to AIDS in Clackamas County by providing HIV prevention and AIDS education presentations, support groups for people affected by HIV/AIDS, assistance with emergency food and clothing needs, and financial assistance referrals for HIV-positive people and people with AIDS. (Call653-8738or write: CCARE. 4790SELogus Road. MHwaukie. OR 97222 ) (11/17) Com m unity Health Insurance Program pays health insurance premiums for eligible people with HIV or AIDS. CHIP will pay premiums fo r COBRA continuation, or any other group or individual policy. CHIP is a program of Ecumenical M inistries o f O regon, funded by the Ryan W hite CARE A ct (Title I). (223-8998. 9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday.) (5 /1 7 ) Friends of People with A ID S Foundation is a nonprofit organiza tion offering assistance to people with AIDS. (245-7428.)(5/19) The H IV Case Management Partne rship Project provides comprehensive HIV-related case management to clients in Clackamas. Columbia, Multnomah, Washington, Yamhill and Clark counties. (830am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. 5525 SE Milwaukie Ave.. Portland. OR 97202, for referrals call 230-1202 o r fax 230-1213 )0 2 /1 5 ) H IV Center, a program of the Ecumenical M inistries o f Oregon, offers social activities, case management, peer support, pastoral counseling and home meal deliveries. Lunch is available Monday through Friday (12:30 pm). (9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday. 3835 S W Kelly St.. 223-3444.) ( 11 / 1 ) Lazarus Com m unity offers spiritual and practical help for people living with HIV and AIDS; Mass in Time of AIDS is held every Monday evening (6 pm). Contact the Rev. Gary Mclnnis for information about baptism or weddings. (3835 S W Kelly St.. 223-3444.) (12/15) Multnomah County H IV Sorvicas include anonymous and confiden tial HIV counseling and testing by appointment and walk-in (248-3775) and HIV clinical services for HIV-infected persons (248-5020). (11/1) Th s N A M E S Project Portland Chapter holds panel-making work W orkshops It's M y Pleasure presents workshops and social events fo r the lesbian com m unity, designed to educate and inspire. (Unless otherwise noted, you must preregister: events are held at It s M y Pleasure. 4258 SE Hawthorne B lv d . 236-0505.) The N o rth w e st Society of Interior D esigners presents a four- part lecture series. Planning: June 22: Hard Surfaces-. June 26 and 29; Windows A/Valls: July 10 and 13; Fumiture/Accessories. July 17 and 20. (Wednesday lectures 7-9 pm: Saturday lectures 10 am-noon. Interior Motives, Park 217, 12172 S W Garden Place. Tigard. $100 complete package. $25 p e r lecture: $35 tour o f Street o f Dreams only, reservations: 684-2790. fax 639-0391.) (7 /5 ) Fly A w a y Hom e hosts a personal theater w o rk sh o p fo r w om en over Labor Day weekend. A u g . 30 -S e pt. 2. Instructors are Bethroot Gwynn and Hawk M adronne T h is active retreat takes place on lesbian land in southern O re g o n . ($150-200 sliding scale, information: Fly Away Home. PO Box 593. M yrtle Creek, OR 97457.) (8 /1 6 ) H IV U niversity Conference offers a full day of classes on Ju n e 29. Courses include medical basics, resources 101. survival skills and more. Snacks provided. (10 am-5 pm. Lorenzen Conference Center. Emanuel Hospital, 2801N. Gantenbein Ave.: 223-6339ext. 117.7(6/21) The Strand by Strand C ollective presents F irs En e rgy and M agic, a two-day w orkshop fo r men and women. Taught by Pomegranate and Inanna. July 6-7. (10 am-5 pm and 8-10 pm Saturday: noon-4:30 pm Sunday: $75. 10 percent discount for early registration: information and registration: Pomegranate 239-1147.)(6 /2 1 ) A rt S p rin gs, a retreat fo r women w riters and artists, presents five w ork sh op s this summer. Multimedia Painting, w ith Jemma Crae. Sierra Lonepine Briano, Marge G reenhut, July 19-21.$175-$200; Life Drawing Intensive. Aug. 3-4, $150-$ 175; Northern Oregon Dyke A rt Camp. Aug. 25-Sept. 1. $300-$350; Paper Play Day. Sept. 7, $50 plus $10 m aterials, W riter's Workshop w ith Ellen G oldberg and Andee Hochman, Sept. 21-22, $175-$200. Camping and some cabin space available. Three vegetarian meals a day provided. (Information and registration: Marge o r Sierra 503-985-9549 o r write to: A rt Springs. 40789 S W Hummingbird Lane. Gaston. OR 97119.) (9 /6 ) Confluence N orth w est offers both basic and advanced training in m ediation skills Basic training rie e ts the Oregon D ispute Resolu tio n C om m ission R equirem ents. (Inform ation and registration: Confluence Northwest, 342 Union Station. 800 N W Sixth Ave.. Portland. OR 97209. 243-2663) (9 /6 ) A ttend M en N urturing Men. an ongoing m onthly workshop. Fee includes tw o nights lodging, medicine lodge, sacred touch, fire ritual, vision quest, bonding ritual. (Nahcotta Sanctuary. PO Box 8 7. Nahcotta. WA 98637. $95. 360-665-4181.)(7/5 ) AIDS & HIV A S A P Treatm ent Services provides IndMdual and group counseling for people who are HIV positive and who are also having problems with alcohol and drugs Title I funds are available to help pay for treatment Call intake coordinator Monday-Frlday to ask for Title I appointment (2130 SW Fifth Ave . 224-0075.7(12/20) Cascade A ID S Project provides nonmedical services to people whose lives are affected by HTV/AJDS in Oregon Services include counseling, support groups, advocacy assistance, outreach and educa tion. activities and information B enefits A dvocacy C linic is held every Monday to assist people who are HIV positive w ith government entitlem ent programs and housing form s ( 10:30 am-noon. CAP offices) Confidential and anonymous D rop-In H IV Testing is provided every Tuesday evening for gay and bisexual men (6-8 pm. CAP offices. $20 lab fee. Dawne ext. 172) H IV University offers classes, inform ation and shops the first and third Monday o f every month at the HIV Center. Educational materials and a speakers bureau are also available. (6-8 pm. 3835 SW KnHySt . 6507032 ) ( 2/17) N etw o rk A d u lt Therapy S e rv ic e * offers comprehensive mental health assessment and services for individuals, couples, families and others dealing with HIV/AIDS-related concerns. New groups include: male couples with HIV; lesbians and HIV; and young adults, mixed gender. Services are covered through Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid. Medicare, private insurance and Ryan W hite CARE Act Title I funding. (825 NE 20th Ave.. 238-5251 ) (6/21) Oregon A ID S Hotline, cosponsored by CAP and the Oregon Health Division, provides AIDS information, support and referral, treatment information, and free theater tickets for people with HIV/AIDS. Positive Link connects people impacted by HIV/AIDS with trained HIV-positive volunteers for telephone support and information (ask for Positive Link). ( 10am-9pm Monday-Friday: noon-6 pm Saturday and Sunday. 223-2437 or 1-800-777-AIDS) (6/21) O u r House of Portland is a nonprofit, residential-care facility for men and women with AIDS. This agency provides 24-hour nursing care and quality living services to residents. Volunteer opportunities abound. (Call o r drop by during business hours. 2727 SE A ld e r St.. 234-0175.) (5 /5 ) Phoenix Rising offers HIV/AIDS support, call fo r a list of current groups. Phoenix Rising Foundation Inc. 620 S W Fifth Ave.. Suite 710. Portland. OR 97204. 223-8299 )14/19) Project Quest is a nonprofit HIV and AIDS self-empowerment and immune function enhancement program, offering workshops, retreats, and conferences, along with ongoing programs in nutritional cooking and eating for people with HIV, yoga, stopping smoking, meditation, and more. Project Quest now offers a comprehensive health management group for people with H IV/AIDS. The group is facilitated by Lusijah Marx, FIN, PsyO. and Graham Harriman, MA. (Call to receive schedule and preregister for workshops. 241-6448 ) (8/4) Regional A ID S Interfaith N etw ork supports and trains people in developing strategies for increased community awareness about H IV / AIDS. FtAIN works with local health departm ents and community- based organizations in Oregon and Southwest W ashington to develop "Faith In A ction" opportunities and to assist In prevention education, advocacy, caregiving, food banks, transportation and fund raising. (4 7 9 0 SELogus R d . Milwaukie. O R 97222. 653-8738, fax653-0013.) ( 10 / 6 ) Speek to Y o u r Brothers Project is a com m unity-based HIV prim ary prevention program serving gay and bisexual men In the Portland area Neighborhood M enTalks bring gay and bisexual men together to socialize and discuss topics o f mutual interest. G atherings are on an ongoing monthly basis, and are facilitated and hosted by volunteers (7 pm. call Doug at ext 145). Speeklng of Se x... is a fun, interactive workshop offering men the skills they need to stay safe in the '90s (Brian, ext 131) D ro p -In H IV Testing and support is offered every Tuesday fo r gay and bisexual men (6-8pm. $20 lab fee. CAP offices. Dawne ext. 172) O utreach is out in the com m unity talking with men one-on-one at events, in bars and parks, and at the beaches (Shawn ext. 174) Peer Leadership Program trains young gay/bi men to develop leadership skills and HIV prevention activities in the community (Brian ext. 131). Speak to Your Brothers is a program o f Cascade AIDS Project. (CAP offices: 620 S W Fifth Ave.. Suite 300. 223-5907 ) (1 1 /1 ) To d 's C orner provides free clothing for people with AIDS. A service of the Friends of People with AIDS Foundation. (245-7428.)(5/19) Trinity Episcopal Church offers a monthly Healing and Vespers Barvlce with special intentions for those people affected m any way by HV/AJDS Also offered is Hope and Wholeness . a spiritually centered support group for people living with H T //A D S Focus is on spiritual nourishment and growth (7-9 pm Wednesdays) (Wheelchair accessible. 147N W 19th Ave . 222 9817.3(5/19) Washington County Health Departm ent H fV S ondes* provides anonymous testing and counseling, by appointm ent and w alk-in.* Seropositive wetness program offers indMdual counseling Se habia español (Testing. 648-8851. call 648-8881 for clinics in Beaverton and Hillsboro: TDD 648-8601.) (8 /4 ) C entral O regon Central O regon A ID S Support Team provides services and East side Family Cooperative offers alternative part-time child care in a loving environment created and run completely by parents Lesbian and gay families are welcome (9 am-1 pm. three days per week. 2800 SE Harrison St.. 233-5099 ) ( 5/19) support fo r HIV-positive people and their caregivers. (389-4330.) (8/4) Employees Association for Gay* and Lesbians of U S W EST Companies is an informal group of gay. lesbian and gay-supportive S o u th er n O regon Douglas County A ID S Council sponsors meetings and educational activities Ruby House, a project of the council, is a residence in Douglas phone company employees The group provides support for members, and acts as a resource fo r U S WEST. (Contact Sue Salmon 242-8272) (5/19) County for people with AIDS. Housing, energy assistance and other services are provided (3035 Laurel Springs Drive. Roseburg, OR97470. 440-276 7.3(5/19) Equity Foundation is a statewide community foundation created by lesbian and gay Oregonians. Equity awards grants to organizations that support its mission of "access to worth." (Contact: Jim Vegher, PO Box 5696. P ortland. OR 97228, 220-0628; fax: 222-5062; e-m ail: EquityFund@aol.com.) (5/19) K lam ath C o u n ty H IV R e sou rce C e n te r coordinates o u t reach and education on HIV and A ID S , and provides case manage ment services and s u p p o rt/s o c ia l groups. (10 am-5 pm Monday- Friday. 1112 Pine St.. Klamath Falls. OR 97601. 541-883-2437. fax: 541 -882- 7929.3 (6/21 /9 6 ) W il l a m e t t e V a l l e y H IV Alliance provides free em otional and nonmedical practical sup port services to persons living with HIV. their fam ily and friends, and those grieving. A corn House . a service o f the Alliance, is a hospice and day care facility (541 -342-2830). (3477 E Amazon Pkwy , Eugene: mail: PO Box 5513. Eugene. OR 97405. 541-342-5088 ) ( 5/19) Pathfinders is a nonprofit organization that provides funding and support for social, cultural and outreach events, projects and activities for gay and bisexual men in Marion and Polk counties. (PO Box 326. Salem. 503-581-3296) (6/21/96) Fostor/Powell Neighborhood Gay/Lesbian/Bi Alliance meets for socializing and organizing (Chris or Lisa 774-7506.) (2/16) F R IE N D S is a support group fo r African Am erican gay and bisexual men. Discussion topics are chosen by participants: food and beverage provided. (6-8 pm. second and fourth Wednesdays. Brian o r Cecil 280-2643 ) (9 /2 0 ) Gay and Lesbian Archive* o f the Pacific Northwest is a historical society and archiving project working to preserve and document local gay and lesbian history. (Meets first Mondays. PO Box 3646, Portland. OR 97208. 284-1872, e-mail: glapn0aol.com.) (6/21) G ay, Lesbian and Bisexual Physicians of O regon is a social Valley A ID S Information N etw ork offers inform ation, support, and activist group fo r physicians, residents and medical students throughout Oregon. M eetings held monthly. (C al 503-788-0137 o r 503-294-2940 ) ( 8/1 6) speakers and referrals fo r people affected by HIV/AID S. Call VAIN's 24-hour hot line. Gay and bisexual outreach are also offered. (PO Box 971. Corvallis. OR 97339. 541-752-6322 o r 1-800-588-AIDS.) (6 /2 1 /9 6 ) Gay Resource Connection is a toll-free information and referral line with listings for prosocial gay and lesbian events, groups, organizations and activities throughout Oregon. (223-2437or 1-800- 777-2437, 10am- 9 pm MondayFnday. noon-6 pm weekends, e-mail OrhotlineOaol com.) Yamhill County PubAc I lueltti Department offers community outreach ( 6 / 21 ) and FIV prevention education. (Cal Norm Costa at 434-7525. press l.pager 434*4507. or write: 412 N Ford. McMinnville. OR 97128.) (10/6) Gay, Lesbian or Bi Employees a group of Internal Revenue Service and other federal treasury employees, meets monthly. (Jerry 326-5667 or Dan 326-32l4.)(12/20) W a s h in g t o n P e o p le of C o lo r A g a in s t A I D S N e tw o rk (Seattle. 206- 322- 7061.) (5 /1 9 ) Lesbian Com m unity Project provides outreach, networking and other services to the lesbian community. (223-0071, TDD o r voice.) ( 10 / 6 ) Lesbian Health Project sponsors a support group for lesbians with breast cancer that meets every other Monday Lesbians with other cancer-related illnesses welcome. (6-7:30pm. Michelle Gordon. LCSW, 236-8770.) (4/1 9 ) BROADCAST The H e a rt o f P o rtla n d ! A C a p ito l R e p o rt is a monthly show hosted by state Rep. Gail Shibley. A variety of tim ely news issues are discussed. (Shown on: Channel 11, 7 pm, third Fridays: Channel 33. 7:30 pm. third Mondays) (6/15) The community public affairs show L a v e n d e r M e n a c e has changed its air dates. (8 pm. second and fourth Tuesday. Paragon Channel 33: repeats 10 pm Saturday. Channel 27. and 10 pm Monday. Channel 11. to get involved in production: Satya Riversong 238-8564 ) (6/15) L o v e M a k e a a F a m ily is a public dialogue about lesbians, gay men and fam ily values on KKEY 1150 AM radio. (7-9 am Wednes day.) (3 /1 5 /9 6 ) The S n ic k e rs L a B a rr S h o w features talk for gay men. lesbians and bisexuals. (Call for schedule: 7 2 7 -2 4 9 0 (7 /2 1 /9 6 ) CAMPUS The All-HHI Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Alliance is Oregon Health Sciences University's social and peer support group for students, faculty, staff and friends. Gatherings the first Tuesday o f each month (Angela 494-5818 or Scott 632-8569) (3/15/96) G A L A of Clark College, a campus club and support group for gay. lesbian, bisexual and transgendered students, meets weekly, September to June (Noon Tuesdays, for room location call advisors Kathy Bobula 699-0328 or David Oates 699-0305) (5/19) Lesbians Living with C an ce r meets bim onthly Partners and family welcome, call for meeting tim es and places. (Kristie 669-3492 ) (2/16) Love Makes a Family serves lesbian and gay families through public education and outreach. A parents support group meets every second Monday, along with an art group for school-aged children. and a discussion group for teenagers (6-8 pm, Union Station, Room 256.228-3892. write PO Box 11694. Portland. 97217.3(3/15) Neighborhood M enTalks bring gay and bisexual men together to socialize and enjoy an evening discussing topics im portant to them. Gatherings are facilitated and hosted by volunteers, and meet on an ongoing monthly basis A program o f Speak to Your Brothers. (7pm. ca l Doug at 223-5907. ext 145 ) ( 11/1) Network Adult Therapy Services offers comprehensive mental health assessment and treatment for sexual minority individuals, couples and families. Services may be covered through Oregon Health F’lan/ Medicaid, Medicare or private insurance. (825 NE 20th Ave . 238-5251.) (3/15) North w est Gender AKience is a social and support organization for cross-dressers and transsexuals Monthly open meetings and socials. (PO Box 4928. Portland OR 97208-4928. 646-2802)(5/19) Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gay Men provides love and support for all family members and friends of lesbians and gay men. M eets the fourth Wednesday of every month (7-9:30pm. First United Methodist Church. 1838S W Jefferson S t. o r write. PO Box 8944. Portland. OR 97207. 232-7676.)(4/19/96) Phoenix Rising Foundation Inc. is a nonprofit organization offering Western State* Chiropractic College Gay, Lesbian and Bi sexual Alliance meetings are open to the chiropractic community. a full range o f services, based on a sliding fee scale, to the lesbian, gay. bisexual, transgender and transsexual communities. Day. evening or Saturday appointments are available with a variety o f counselors. Some insurance policies and Medicare cover services. Recent HIV contracts provide for free counseling to eligible persons. Youth support groups are free; counseling services are also available. (620SW Fifth Ave.. Suite 710. Portland. O R 97204. 223-8299 )( 6/2 1/96) (W estern States Student Affairs Office 251-5707.)(6/16) Portland Bisexual Alliance is working toward bisexual inclusion and HomophHe is Lewis & Clark College's gay. lesbian, bisexual and queer positive support, social and political group Participants decide on the group's activities and agenda. (5:30pm Mondays. Gender Co-op. base ment o f Stewart dorm. Lewis & Clark campus.) 1 8/1 6/96) representation A mixed-gender support group meets at 7 pm on the first Friday o f the month, and a men's group meets at 7 pm on the third Friday, at Laughing Horse Books Socials and potlucks are held every month. (232-9275. e-maf to pdxbtOaol co m ) (11 /1 ) COMMUNITY G eneral Advocates for Gay and Lesbian Equality promotes positive images of lesbians, gay men and bisexuals and promotes cooperation and collaboration among those who support equal rights for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals in Oregon. (PO Box 5222, Portland. OR 97208. 286-0191.) (6/21) Asian and Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a social and educational group for the Asian and Pacific Islander community. Activities include social outings, potlucks. cultural events and rap groups (Message line: 232 6408 ) ( 2/16) BINet O regon offers social, political and support groups to the bisexual community, its supporters and bi-curious people A mixed- gender group meets first Tuesdays (7 pm. Laughing Horse Books. Bi- Une 299-4764)15/17) Bonneville Gay. Lesbian and Bisexual Resource Group is for mutual support and to address diversity and employment issues at Bonneville Power Administration. Other federal employees welcome (Group information 230-4733 or 631-7767.) (5/19) Brasher to Brother is a social and political group for African American gay and bisexual men Get involved and help set the group's agenda (Cal 503-248-3030. or write 950 Ucryd Center. Suite SO. Portland. OR 97232) ( 6 /IS) C O L A G E , Children of Gays and Lesbians Everyvdiere. holds kids’ support group meetings on the second Monday of each month at (he Love Makes a Family oRces Mike Bebe, COLAGE national chairman, facak tales (6 pm, cal h r location: 228-3892.) (9/20/96) • * « < ■ * • • * i ' t * ’ >l e \ I V C » II I _ , c ' » ( I I I ) Portland Bisexual Women is a discussion group for bisexual women or any woman who may be wondering about her sexuality A forum for exchanging ideas, feelings, resources and information about bisexuality Women of any age. race, culture encouraged to attend (7-9pm. second and fourth Fridays. It s M y Pleasure. 4526 SE Hawthorne B lvd . preregis ter: 236-0505 or 283 6433 ) (4/7) Portland Leather M en meets the second Saturday of each month for a potluck dinner at a member's home (To join, write PLM. 1701 Broadway. Suite 273. Vancouver. WA 98663 )( 5/17/96) PrideLiner The Resource Line. Prerecorded information in over 20 categories including women's resources, night spots. AC S/H IV. and more (243-34243 (5 /1 7 /9 6 ) Pride Northw est is an ongoing organization that plans Lesbian/Gay Pride and other Pride-associated events (PO Box 6611. Portland. OR 97228. 295 9788 ) (6/15 ) Right to Privacy Inc. advocates full cMl rights, human rights and social equity for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals by informing and educating policy makers and the general public (921 SW Morrison St . Suite 546. Portland. OR 97205. 228-5825. fax 228-1104. e-mal rtppacQaol com.) ( 10/ 21) Service member* Legal Defense Network M p s men and women hurt by the m ilitary's ban on lesbians and gay men Confidential counseling available (1-202 328-FAJR) (6/21/96) Transgressive Sexuality is an open forum for exploration and discussion vrfiich has as its focus non traditional gender and sexual identities Men, women and other sexes are welcome. Meets the second and fourth Thursday* (7 pm. It's M y Pleasure. 4526SE Hawthorne Bfvd) (5/19) Trans-P ort is a peer support organization, open to al transgendered z people ard their famfies Monthly open meetings and prhrste peer support meetings (PO Box 66913. Portland. OR 97290. 774 9463 >(6/21 /96)