As a follow up to the inspiring talk given by Jose Antonio Vargas a few weeks ago, the Office of Multicultural Affairs wanted to keep you updated on local Portland immigration issues and ways you can get involved!!

1. Center for Intercultural Organizing: As a member-run organization, CIO is composed of and powered by ordinary folks. CIO members come from diverse cultural, ethnic, economic, and religious backgrounds. They are immigrants, refugees, U.S.-born citizens, workers, students, asylees, moms, dads, grandparents and, most importantly, allies in the struggle for social justice. Our members share a common belief in a multi-racial, multicultural democracy inclusive of all—and the passion to put their beliefs into action
   1. Ways to get involved
   2. Upcoming Events

2. Portland Central America Solidarity Committee:  Founded in 1979, the Portland Central America Solidarity Committee educates and mobilizes community members, workers and students around struggles for human rights and social justice throughout the Americas.
   1. Programs

3. Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization: The mission of the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is to promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy, and inclusive multiethnic society
   1. Volunteer Opportunities
   2. Job Opportunities