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Oregon clinics see rise in long-term birth control demand

By Meira Gebel, Tina Reed Dec 3, 2024 Several Oregon clinics and hospital systems are seeing a flood of patients seeking long-term birth control — such as IUD replacements, backup contraception and abortion pills — before a new Trump administration takes office. Why it matters: Protections for abortion and gender-affirming care are enshrined in Oregon law, but officials warn the state is…

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New metric in OR will make social-emotional health care more accessible

Eric Tegethoff Friday, August 23, 2024    Oregon aims to make social and emotional health care for young children more available with a new metric. The Oregon Health Authority has adopted the Child-Level Social Emotional Health Metric, which will improve and incentivize care for kids from birth to age 5 who are on the state’s Medicaid program.…

Local Organizations

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The Portland Committee for Human Rights in the Philippines

PCHRIP is an organizing committee of immigrant youth, students, professionals, workers and allies working together in solidarity to advance in the national democratic movement in the Philippines, in the United States through education, leadership development and political action.

 

Black Parent Initiative

The Black Parent Initiative (BPI) was established in 2006 to help families in achieving financial, educational and spiritual success.

 

Brown Hope

Brown Hope is a nonprofit and community solution for racial justice. We provide a bold vision of how to create platforms for Black, Brown, and Indigenous people to be seen, to love, and to lead.

 

Causa

Causa works to improve the lives of Latino immigrants and their families in Oregon through advocacy, coalition building, leadership development, and civic engagement. Latino immigrants and their families are the heart of Causa and inspire, implement, and champion our work.

 

Don't Shoot Portland

Our organizational work and activism, including direct community education workshops, support the outreach of our continued advocacy as first respondents and has helped community members contribute through direct engagement and legislative value.

Let's Talk PDX

The purpose of this group, is to create a space where we all have a common goal, to see a change happen. I’d love to see this group grow into something bigger than us, to be a support system. I want us to push peaceful gatherings, facilitate discussions, and encourage bringing our Facebook interactions, into real life.

 

Albina Ministerial Alliance

The oldest continually operated Civil Rights organization in Oregon, The Albina Ministerial Alliance Coalition for Justice & Police Reform works to assure oversight to the Portland Police Bureau.

 

MRG Foundation

MRG’s mission is to inspire people to work together for justice and mobilize resources for Oregon communities as they build collective power to change the world. And we’ve been at it since 1976.

 

Unite Oregon

Led by people of color, immigrants and refugees, rural communities, and people experiencing poverty, we work across Oregon to build a unified intercultural movement for justice.

 

Urban League of Portland

The Urban League of Portland’s mission is to empower African Americans and others to achieve equality in education, employment, health, economic security and quality of life. Our programs include a distinctive blend of direct services, organizing, outreach, and advocacy.

Upcoming Events

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Volunteers Needed- Walk MS: Dallas 2024! (Free food and T-shirt)

Ending multiple sclerosis for good will take all of us. It’s why Walk MS matters so much. And it’s why you matter so much. Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones, and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. Together, we become a powerful force. And with every step…

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For Oak Cliff Food Distribution 2024 (indoors)

Oak Cliff exists in a food desert and our community faces extreme disparities in health outcomes. We need volunteers to assist with food distribution weekly to support food justice initiatives.

Free MATH Tutoring for High and Middle School Students

STEM Champions is a nonprofit organization to provide free STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) tutoring to K-12 students across the Sacramento area and an initiative that strives to give back to the community in a time of need. This event is supported by the City of Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement and Investment Fund.

Miami Beach Pride

Miami Beach Pride is a multi-day celebration of arts and culture including an incredible 2-day Festival and Parade, featuring special events, family-friendly community activations, social mixers and world-class entertainment. MBP is the leading LGBTQ+ cultural arts organization in South Florida regularly attracting 170K + attendees.

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3rd Annual Changing The Narrative Resource Expo & Celebration

Panel Discussion. Guest Speakers. Resource Tabling For Returning Citizens.Performances.Face Painting. Bounce House. Photo Booth. Food Trucks. A day filled with empowerment and community connection. This in-person event is your opportunity to discover valuable resources, network with like-minded individuals, and celebrate positive change.

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Culver’s Fundraiser

Come have dinner and support DCLL!

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Freedom To Rise Breakfast Fundraiser

Save the date for our annual Freedom to Rise Breakfast fundraiser to benefit Overdose Lifeline, Inc. You are invited to join us for a morning of community and support for those experiencing substance use disorder. Mark your calendars for April 25th and prepare to be inspired by powerful stories of resilience and positive change.

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Tropical Fundraising Party

Our Annual Fundraising Gala that showcases our previous year’s accomplishments and to share our future plans for the next year. You’ll experience the Philippines with Filipino Food, Cultural Dances, Fashion Show and Cultural Art. Join us as we keep Indiana cultured!

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Voters Decide: The Hispanic Vote 2024

A panel of experts across the political spectrum will discuss the importance of the 2024 Hispanic vote in Florida and nationwide at a public forum on Thursday March 14 at Florida International University. Voters Decide: The Hispanic Vote 2024 begins at 8 p.m. at FIU’s Modesto Maidique campus. Hispanics are sure to be pivotal in the…

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Sorting and Processing International Aid (PM)

Believing that every child belongs in a safe, nurturing, and permanent family, Buckner International works daily to stabilize, heal, and empower families to realize their fullest, God-given potential. The Buckner Humanitarian Aid Center assists by providing aid to these families. Depending on the current need, you may be working on one of the following projects:…

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