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REI statement: Join us in supporting the trans community and LGBTQ+ equality

Today, we are witnessing an unprecedented escalation in the ongoing, nationwide attack on the rights of transgender people and their families. There are at least 160 anti-LGBTQ+ bills pending in state legislatures, more than half of which specifically target trans youth. Bills banning trans youth…

Mar 11, 2022

Update to REI COVID-19 Health and Safety Standards

On December 15, 2022, REI updated its employee & customer mask policy to align with the following guidance:

Mar 10, 2022

Election Results at REI SoHo Store

Today our SoHo store employees participated in an election to determine whether they would be represented by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU). The initial vote tally in the SoHo election is 88 votes for union representation and 14 votes against. The official results will be…

Mar 2, 2022

REI Co-op Celebrates Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Package

REI Co-op applauds the passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R. 3684). This legislation includes historic measures to combat the climate crisis, including investments in natural climate solutions (like reforestation efforts), ecological resiliency, active…

Nov 12, 2021

REI Applauds the Biden Administration for Restoration of National Monuments

REI Co-op applauds the Biden Administration for preserving the integrity of the Antiquities Act and restoring the boundaries of the Bears Ears, Grand Staircase-Escalante, and Northeast Canyons and Seamounts National Monuments. This is a victory for all those who care about protecting public lands…

Oct 12, 2021

REI Co-op: Update on racial equity commitments

In July 2020, we outlined an initial set of commitments detailing our work to advance racial equity at REI and beyond. We pledged to be transparent about our progress and share regular updates.

Oct 7, 2021

REI Supports the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

The principle that each person is guaranteed a vote is foundational to both our co-op and our democracy. REI remains committed to broadening civic engagement as we work to create a more equitable co-op and society.

Sep 7, 2021

REI Supports the Trans Community

The trans community is facing a sustained and extraordinary attack. Just a few months into 2021, multiple state legislative sessions have already set a record for the greatest number of bills in history aimed to restrict rights for transgender people.

Apr 26, 2021

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REI Co-op update on our racial equity commitments

In July 2020, we accelerated our work to advance racial equity at REI and beyond. In addition to outlining an initial set of commitments, we pledged to be transparent about our progress and share regular updates.

Apr 14, 2021

Cooperative Action: REI Co-op launches new platform to drive positive change through collective action

Throughout our history, REI Co-op has been committed to bringing people and nature closer together in pursuit of a life well lived. Continuing a legacy of environmental stewardship and cultural impact, we’re taking the next step by inviting our nearly 15,000 employees, 20 million members and…

Apr 14, 2021