In this issue:
- Women's History Month Reflection
- Upcoming Events
- Featured Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities
- News
- Community Events
- Partner Spotlights
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In honor of Women’s History Month, our all-women team reflected on what it means to be a woman of color, leading in today’s socioeconomic climate. Read about what we had to say!
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Nydia Peña, Senior Program Manager
Women’s History Month is deeply personal to me as a woman of color. It is a time to honor women, especially those whose stories weren’t always told, the ones who broke barriers and created opportunities so many of us have today, and to keep moving forward for the generations to come. It reminds me that equity moves forward because women, often against the odds, choose to lead, speak up, and drive change.
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Joyce Cam, Events and Marketing Specialist
As a woman of color, I am inspired by our mission and vision as it is near and dear to my heart. In my professional career, I could recognize spaces or experiences where I was not welcomed, acknowledged, or heard. The work we do makes a difference in providing a safe space for community, voices, and change.
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Amy Vaught, Member Services and Operations Manager
...true leadership is inclusive. Leadership without valuing people isn’t leadership; it’s herding people. Inclusive leadership means being in the trenches with your team; it means doing the work instead of talking about it. Inclusive leadership means investing in your team and building them up. It’s vulnerable, brave, and essential.
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Spring Forward to Your Next Opportunity
Talent meets opportunity on our Job Board. Whether you’re looking for your next chapter, seeking talent, or wanting to build skills while giving back, we have you covered.
For Employers: Post your open positions and connect directly with our network of diverse, skilled professionals who share your commitment to inclusive workplaces. Skip the noise and reach quality candidates who are already aligned with your values and excited about meaningful work.
For Job Seekers: Find your next role with employers who truly value what you bring to the table. Our members are actively posting new opportunities across the region—from emerging startups to established industry leaders. Check back often as fresh positions are added regularly!
For Community Champions: Looking to make an impact beyond your 9-to-5? Explore volunteer opportunities with organizations that share your passion for building more equitable communities. From board positions to project-based roles, there are meaningful ways to contribute your skills and expertise.
Ready to connect? Visit our Job Board to post an opportunity or browse the latest openings and volunteer positions.
Featured Jobs
Featured Volunteer Opportunities
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Send Us Your RFP
Partners in Diversity is offering a new resource to members – we’re now sharing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from organizations seeking qualified vendors, consultants, and service providers committed to equity and inclusion. This is a great opportunity to grow your business, expand your network, and connect with mission-aligned organizations. Keep an eye on our job board for the latest RFP postings!
Send your RFP to hello@partnersindiversity.org
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February 11 - Say Hey!
What an inspiring night at the Multnomah Athletic Club as we hosted our first Say Hey! of the year. It was a celebration of connection and belonging, bringing together both new and familiar faces to share food, laughter, and meaningful conversation. The energy you all brought reminds us why community matters. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night so memorable!
Thank you to our sponsors co-sponsors Portland General Electric and Miller Nash LLP, venue sponsor Multnomah Athletic Club, and accessibility sponsor Relay Resources for their support!
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Office Closure - March 23, 2026 to March 27, 2026
Our office will be closed for spring break.
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Mar 7 | Lunar New Year Dragon Dance and Parade | Portland, OR
Mar 7-8 | NAYA Native Made Spring Marketplace | Portland, OR
Mar 27 | Mosaic Improv | Portland, OR
Apr 14 | Urban League Career Connections Job Fair | Portland, OR
Literary Arts | Scholarships for Writing Classes and Seminars
Mar 10 | PiD Discounted Ticket Offer: Michael Luo Hatfield Lecture
Join the Oregon Historical Society for an inspiring talk in downtown Portland with journalist Michael Luo. In his debut book, Strangers in the Land, Luo traces Chinese migration, exclusion, and resilience throughout U.S. history, revealing the complications of our multiracial democracy.
As a friend of Partners in Diversity, use the coupon code WELCOME to save $7 on lecture tickets; visit ohs.org/hatfield to purchase!
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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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Partners in Diversity is proud to spotlight one of our community partners, the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (C.A.C.A). Read about them below!
"We make a living by what we get,
but we make a life by what we give."
- Gloria Lee
Founded in 1921 during the era of the Chinese Exclusion Act, the Chinese American Citizens Alliance Portland Lodge (C.A.C.A.) began as a civil rights and community anchor at a time when Chinese Americans were excluded from full participation in public life. Today, as one of 20 lodges under the national Chinese American Citizens Alliance, C.A.C.A. Portland continues its 105-year legacy of advancing civil rights, civic engagement, and community leadership — work that directly strengthens pathways for professionals of color across generations.
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A special thank you to our members for their continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion:
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