Ogalla: The LGBT Bar Association of Oregon

OGALLA: The LGBT Bar Association of Oregon is a statewide professional organization dedicated to advancing LGBTQIA2S legal professionals throughout Oregon. Based in Portland, OR, OGALLA serves lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and non-binary lawyers, judges, legal workers, law students, and allied professionals who are committed to promoting justice and equity within the legal system.

The organization focuses on three core professional functions: supporting the development and advancement of LGBTQIA2S legal careers through mentorship and professional growth opportunities; providing educational initiatives that address legal issues affecting the LGBTQIA community; and advocating for fair and just treatment under the law regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. OGALLA works to promote systemic change by educating the public, the legal profession, and LGBTQIA persons about critical legal matters that impact their lives and rights.

Since its founding in January 1991, OGALLA has established itself as Oregon's leading resource for LGBTQIA legal professionals seeking community, professional development, and meaningful engagement in legal reform. The organization facilitates connections among legal professionals across the state while maintaining a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Through active participation in OGALLA, members gain access to networking opportunities, professional advancement pathways, and the chance to influence legal and policy reforms that directly affect LGBTQIA Oregonians and promote greater diversity within the legal field.