ADVOCACY AND JUSTICE
Advocacy and Justice
Rights aren't granted once and guaranteed forever — they're defended, argued for, and renewed, year after year, by people willing to show up. Rights & Protections is HRA's advocacy arm: tracking legislation at the Roundhouse, organizing coalitions across Northern New Mexico, and standing beside LGBTQ+ New Mexicans whenever their dignity is on the line. This is the work that makes every other room in this community possible.
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Taking Action
Ongoing programs that turn advocacy into everyday protection and progress.
Safer Space Place Program
📅 Ongoing
🕑 Anytime a partner location is open
📍 Partner locations across Santa Fe
🎫 Look for the decal
A network of safe physical spaces across Santa Fe. Partner locations agree to Safer Space protocols and display a Safer Space Place decal in their window — if you ever feel endangered, you can run inside.
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Dialogue
Voices from Advocacy & Justice
Community conversations that matter.
"When I needed to know my rights as a trans employee, HRA didn't just hand me a pamphlet — they walked me through it, step by step. That kind of protection is what keeps people safe enough to stay in New Mexico."
"I think about the folks who marched in this city when it wasn't safe to be visible at all. Every protection we have now, someone fought for first. This program makes sure we don't forget their names."
"Knowing a business has gone through the Safer Space training changes how I walk in the door. I'm not scanning the room for exits anymore. I can just be a customer."
HRA Newsletter October 2026 #1
Good afternoon, everyone, Here are a few important and exciting updates about things that are happening with HRA. Marie Turco, LCSW, who started our Behavioral Health Program at the PRIDE Center, will be moving on to a new adventure in her life and career. Her last...
Students Deserve Protection
The U.S. Department of Education has formally rescinded the Biden administration’s 2024 Title IX rule, restoring the 2020 regulations. The 2024 rule had already been vacated nationwide by a federal court in January 2025, so this action makes the rollback official in...
Human Rights Alliance Launches Project THRIVE with $39,700 New Mexico Outdoor Equity Fund Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 28, 2026 Human Rights Alliance Launches Project THRIVE with $39,700 New Mexico Outdoor Equity Fund Award New year-long initiative will support the well-being, belonging, and leadership of LGBTQ+ youth across Northern New Mexico SANTA...
Human Rights Alliance Receives 2026 Piñon Award for Courageous Innovation
SANTA FE, N.M. — August 25, 2026 — The Human Rights Alliance (HRA) has been named the recipient of the 2026 Santa Fe Community Foundation Piñon Award for Courageous Innovation, one of Northern New Mexico’s most respected honors recognizing outstanding nonprofit...
Care Under Threat
On September 18, the U.S. Department of Justice announced agreements with NYU Langone Hospitals and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center requiring both health systems to cease certain gender-affirming medical care for minors. NYU agreed to pay $8.5 million and...
Biology Is Complicated
Representative Nancy Mace has introduced the so-called Gender Delusion Disqualification Act, legislation designed to bar people diagnosed with gender dysphoria from certain sensitive federal positions and federally regulated certifications. Apparently, Congress has...