In this issue:
- Upcoming Events
- Featured Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities
- News
- Community Events
- Partner Spotlights
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Member early-bird NW Equity Summit 2027 tickets are now live!
Purchase early to take advantage of the limited member opportunity!
A limited number will be available at $445 per person.
Summit details:
Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2027
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
Member only early-bird window: November 1–30, limited number available
Member early-bird price: $445 per person | Regular member price: $545
Registrations for groups larger than 10 or to pay with a check, please reach out to our Senior Program Manager Nydia Peña, npeña@partnersindiversity.org.
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Wed, Dec 16 | Joint End of the Year PRG | Portland, OR (More information coming soon!)
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FAST Workforce Partnership and Outreach Coordinator
Oregon State University | Corvallis, OR | $59,9000 annually
Senior Policy and Budget Advisor - Limited Duration
Travel Oregon | Portland, OR | $114,000 for duration
Immigration Team Assistant
Tonkon Torp LLP | Portland, OR | $46,000-$53,500 annually
Senior Planner
Clean Water Services | Hillsboro, OR | $43.66 hourly
Lending & Compliance Manager
Habitat for Humanity Portland | Portland, OR | $66,547 annually
Finance Director
City of Newport | Newport, OR | $118,008 annually
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10/06/26 - API PRG
Last month, the API Professional Resource Group gathered for the Leading with Purpose: Stories from 3 Personal API Leaders. Our panelists shared the challenges that strengthened their leadership skills, the influence their teams have on their growth, stories of hard work, and a powerful reminder that leadership isn't defined by a title.
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10/09/26, 10/16/26 Latino PRG Concerts
We had two amazing opportunities to connect with some friends from our Latino Public Resource Group at the Carin León and Maná concerts!
We want to extend our gratitude for this generous donation, enabling us to come together with our community, sing nostalgic songs, build connections outside of the workplace, and in a fun, shared experience.
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
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10/13/26 WOC RISING
Thank you to our cohort for joining our Virtual WOC RISING session, Empowerment, and Finding Your Voice.
Thank you, Libra Forde, Executive Director of the Women's Foundation of Oregon. We appreciate you sharing your story and encouraging our cohort to recognize every milestone we have experienced has shaped our strengths, our authentic voices, and our leadership.
Thank you, OPB, for sponsoring and for providing delicious food!
We look forward to the cohorts next virtual session!
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10/14/26 Black PRG & AMP
We had a wonderful evening of connection and planning for the future of the Black Professional Resource Group!
We look forward to creating more events that align with the interests, needs, and goals you all shared with us.
Thank you to our venue sponsor A.M.P Gallery for providing a space for us to gather in the community. Don’t forget to check out their events page to learn more about the upcoming events at the gallery!
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10/27/26 Lunch & Learn Oswego Heritage House
Thank you to everyone that joined our Lunch and Learn at the Oswego Heritage House!
Our Stronger Partnerships, Stronger Workforce panel conversation reminded us that whether through funding, connecting people and resources, or sharing knowledge, there are many ways to contribute to a thriving local ecosystem and create lasting impact through collaboration.
Special thanks to our panelists and moderator Suzi Wear, Jeff Selby, Anastasia Yu Meisner, and Natália Schmidt.
Thank you to our sponsor OnPoint Community Credit Union and the Oswego Heritage House for their support with this event!
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11/4/26 November Say Hey! at OMSI
Thank you to everyone that joined us for this quarter's Say Hey at OMSI!
We welcomed 18 honorees to the community! Check out our website to learn more and connect with the honorees.
Interested in becoming an Honoree at the next Say Hey! Honorees are professionals of color that recently moved to Oregon or Southwest Washington. They are introduced to the community at the region largest multi-cultural networking event.
Sign up here to be an honoree at the February Say Hey!
The deadline to submit an honoree interest form for the February 2027 Say Hey! In Hillsboro is Friday, February 5th, 2027.
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Partners in Diversity provides an online space for nonprofits, public agencies and community-based organizations to share events and engagement opportunities that are relevant to communities of color. To view other community events or to post one, visit our Community page.
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Since 1923, Sunshine Division has provided immediate food relief to individuals and families experiencing hardship throughout the Portland metro area. Rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect, its mission is to ensure neighbors can access essential resources in ways that meet their needs.
Through its Free Food Markets and Home Delivery program, Sunshine Division reduces barriers to food assistance and creates welcoming pathways to support. Community feedback helps shape food offerings, market layouts, and culturally responsive services, giving the people it serves a meaningful voice in how programs are delivered.
Read more about Sunshine Division’s mission, how listening to neighbors shapes its services, and ways to support its work.
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A special thank you to our members for their continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion:
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