2010 Equity Action Days
April 17 – May 13 - Various Locations
Take the next step forward for regional equity and spend a day bridging our divides, strengthening our communities, and building a more equitable region. Participate in events, one-day service or advocacy projects hosted by CLF member and partner organizations, and help begin to fulfill the vision of a region where opportunity and prosperity are shared by all.
Saturday, April 17, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Friends of Crystal Springs Restoration Planting Event
Plant native trees and shrubs along Crystal Springs Creek on the property of the Westmoreland Union Manor.
Contact: Janet Johnson by email or 503-736-3207
Tuesday, April 20, 10:30 am to 12 Noon
Community for Equity Event: Growing Portland’s Green Economy for All
A conversation among leaders, community members, and stakeholders with Green For All Executive Director, Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins hosted at NAYA Gym, 5135 NE Columbia Blvd in Portland.
Contact: Rey Espana
Thursday, April 22, 5:15 pm
Community Alliance of Tenants Rally
Rally to Fund Safe and Affordable Housing Programs at Portland City Hall, 1221 SW 4th Ave in Portland.
Contact: Elisa Aguilera
Attend a bus tour that explores lost ethnic communities and more and/or attend a luncheon featuring Kevin Boyle.
Contact: information@fhco.org
Saturday, April 24, 10 am to 2 pm
Rose Community Development 5th Annual East Portland Homeownership Fair
Find out about home-buying information, businesses, and community resources to East Portland neighborhoods.
Contact: Karen Walker by email or 503-788-8052 ext.105
Saturday, April 24, 11 am to 5 pm
Neighbors for Clean Air and Food Front Coop Earth Day Clean Air Event
Stop by the Food Front Coop Patio to celebrate a year of hard work on the air quality issue and learn how you can help in the effort to reduce air toxics pollution in Portland.
Contact: Click here for more details
Saturday, May 1, 9 am – 3 pm
Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc. Women in Trades Career Fair
Attend a career fair to discover career possibilities in the construction, mechanical, utility, and other trades.
Contact: Click here for more details
Saturday, May 1
Portland May Day Coalition May Day March and Rally
Celebrate the economic and social achievements of working people, this year’s rally and march will focus on jobs and immigrant rights.
Contact: maydayoutreach@googlegroups.com
Thursday, May 13, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Friends of Crystal Springs Restoration Planting Event
Plant native trees and shrubs along Crystal Springs Creek on the property of the Westmoreland Union Manor.
Contact: Janet Johnson by email or 503-736-3207