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Community Takes Action on Violence
Coalition intends to show how peace is possible Rev. Dr. J. W. Matt Hennessee A coalition of representatives from Portland’s African...
Sep 19, 20212 min read


Caring for Someone with Dementia
Black families offer lessons in support If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it can seem...
Sep 5, 20213 min read


Soul 2 Soul on Black Resilience
Event offers resources, vaccinations COVID-19 vaccines will be available during the Black community-led Soul 2 Soul event, coming...
Aug 17, 20211 min read


‘Summer of Soul’ – Much to Savor
Film beautifully portrays 1969 celebration of Black culture By Darleen Ortega Mavis Staples and Mahalia Jackson perform at the Harlem...
Jul 13, 20215 min read


Helping Women Emerge from Trauma
Culture and faith empowered to address community violence Lisa Saunders is the executive director of FaithBridge, a nonprofit...
Jul 11, 20216 min read


Experienced Teacher Raises Achievement Bar
'We want to support the Black educators, that’s first and foremost' Kevin Bacon is the new president of the Oregon Alliance of Black...
Jun 21, 20214 min read


Advancing Equity in the Courts
Judge honored for leadership Oregon Supreme Court Justice Adrienne Nelson. Oregon Supreme Court Justice Adrienne Nelson is being honored...
Jun 21, 20211 min read


Black Swimming Initiative Launched
Aim is to break down the barriers Local Black triathlete Morgan Spriggs after volunteering his time to teach swim lessons at the Sherwood...
Jun 14, 20212 min read


Apology Issued 73 Years after Vanport
Housing executive says agency mistreated Black community By Michael Leighton Flooded apartments during the Vanport Flood of 1948. (Photo...
Jun 1, 20212 min read
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