Branch Activities and the Impact of COVID-19 Updates
AAUW of Oregon joins the country and our other branches in other states in mourning the losses of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and countless other people of color who have been unjustly killed across our nation. Our country needs healing. But healing will only come with justice. As an organization we condemn racism.
Systemic racism is firmly rooted in the U.S. and today’s injustices mirror our shameful history — from police brutality to the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color. There can be no justice or equality when Black and Brown communities are seen as less deserving of basic human and civil rights. We in Oregon have seen this in our own history.
On behalf of our 1200 members and supporters, we commit to fighting for justice, long-term and lasting change, and we stand in solidarity against racism. We also acknowledge that as an organization we have our own work to do.
AAUW of Oregon will continue to advocate with strength and urgency for a time when safety and justice are rights shared by everyone.
AAUW of Oregon joins the country and our other branches in other states in mourning the losses of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and countless other people of color who have been unjustly killed across our nation. Our country needs healing. But healing will only come with justice. As an organization we condemn racism.
Systemic racism is firmly rooted in the U.S. and today’s injustices mirror our shameful history — from police brutality to the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color. There can be no justice or equality when Black and Brown communities are seen as less deserving of basic human and civil rights. We in Oregon have seen this in our own history.
On behalf of our 1200 members and supporters, we commit to fighting for justice, long-term and lasting change, and we stand in solidarity against racism. We also acknowledge that as an organization we have our own work to do.
AAUW of Oregon will continue to advocate with strength and urgency for a time when safety and justice are rights shared by everyone.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS & EVENTS
July
Oregon and National History of Women’s Suffrage:
A Discussion with Jan Dilg
Date: Monday, July 20
Time: 11:00 am
Where: Zoom Meeting
Please join us for our July Zoom discussion featuring Jan Dilg and her work with the Oregon Women’s History Consortium and the National Votes for Women Trail. Jan will provide an overview of projects currently underway in Oregon and nationally related to the centennial of the 19th amendment, including the “Nevertheless They Persisted” exhibit at the Oregon Historical Society, and the National Votes for Women Trail.
A committee of the National Collaborative for Women’s History Sites (NCWHS), the goal of the National Votes for Women Trail is to document the campaign for women’s suffrage that took place over more than seven decades and was conducted in parlors, churches, town halls, parks, union halls, and other community locations: “Our ultimate objective is to show how social change occurs, to honor the suffrage movement’s countless participants, and to inspire future generations to treasure their right to vote. The suffragists of our states certainly did their share, now let’s do ours!” -NVWT committee
Jan has provided the following links to prepare for the discussion:
www.oregonwomenshistory.org (Oregon Women’s History Consortium)
https://ncwhs.org/votes-for-women-trail/ (the National Votes for Women Trail)
https://www.womensvote100.org/ (the official National website)
To stream anytime:
https://www.opb.org/television/programs/oregonexperience/segment/the-suffragists/ (The Suffragists)
https://www.opb.org/television/programs/oregonexperience/segment/abigail-scott-duniway-/
And to view on OPB July 6th and 7th (two parts):
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/films/vote/ (The Vote)
We are asking our members to register for this meeting as a security measure and those registration emails will be sent to you by your branch Communication team as we get closer to the meeting date so keep an eye out for them and remember to check your spam/junk folders if you don't see them in your inbox. Once you register for a meeting, Zoom will automatically send you the meeting information that you will need to logon to the meeting when it is time.
A Discussion with Jan Dilg
Date: Monday, July 20
Time: 11:00 am
Where: Zoom Meeting
Please join us for our July Zoom discussion featuring Jan Dilg and her work with the Oregon Women’s History Consortium and the National Votes for Women Trail. Jan will provide an overview of projects currently underway in Oregon and nationally related to the centennial of the 19th amendment, including the “Nevertheless They Persisted” exhibit at the Oregon Historical Society, and the National Votes for Women Trail.
A committee of the National Collaborative for Women’s History Sites (NCWHS), the goal of the National Votes for Women Trail is to document the campaign for women’s suffrage that took place over more than seven decades and was conducted in parlors, churches, town halls, parks, union halls, and other community locations: “Our ultimate objective is to show how social change occurs, to honor the suffrage movement’s countless participants, and to inspire future generations to treasure their right to vote. The suffragists of our states certainly did their share, now let’s do ours!” -NVWT committee
Jan has provided the following links to prepare for the discussion:
www.oregonwomenshistory.org (Oregon Women’s History Consortium)
https://ncwhs.org/votes-for-women-trail/ (the National Votes for Women Trail)
https://www.womensvote100.org/ (the official National website)
To stream anytime:
https://www.opb.org/television/programs/oregonexperience/segment/the-suffragists/ (The Suffragists)
https://www.opb.org/television/programs/oregonexperience/segment/abigail-scott-duniway-/
And to view on OPB July 6th and 7th (two parts):
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/films/vote/ (The Vote)
We are asking our members to register for this meeting as a security measure and those registration emails will be sent to you by your branch Communication team as we get closer to the meeting date so keep an eye out for them and remember to check your spam/junk folders if you don't see them in your inbox. Once you register for a meeting, Zoom will automatically send you the meeting information that you will need to logon to the meeting when it is time.
Future Programs - Mark Your Calendars!
TBD: A tour of "Nevertheless She Persisted" at the Oregon Historical Society
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PORTLAND BRANCH ONGOING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Monthly Board of Directors Meetings
Portland branch Board of Directors meetings are open to all members. Attending is an excellent way to get to know the board members and to learn about what's being planned for our branch. Branch Directors meetings are usually held the first Wednesday of each month. For specific dates and time, please see the Portland Branch Calendar above.
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Are you looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity??
Our branch members partner with the Portland area Girl Scouts and the Saturday Academy to offer beginning programming classes to young girls in support of our commitment to STEM education for girls and women. No special tech skills are necessary - just a desire to help young girls expand their knowledge of STEM. If you would like to know more about this program, please contact Ginny McQueen our STEM volunteer coordinator, who will be happy to talk with you about time commitments and responsibilities. And if you would like to know more about the great work Saturday Academy does, check out their website
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OTHER EVENTS & ITEMS OF INTEREST
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YWCA Events & Workshops
The YWCA of Greater Portland's mission is to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. To support that mission, the 'Y' offers a wide variety of events and workshops every month. Check out their website to find an event or workshop or to get on their email distribution list to be notified of upcoming events.
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Did you know that women in Oregon earned 82 cents for every one dollar men earned in 2017? Teaching women to better negotiate salaries is one way to help close the gender pay gap and AAUW has rolled out two programs to help close that gap. Start Smart is a workshop aimed at helping college women build skills and confidence to negotiate salaries. Work Smart is designed to help women at any stage of their careers negotiate better salaries and benefits and is now available in an online version! Ready to get started? Click here to register for a FREE online Work Smart salary negotiation course. |
League of Women Voters Civic Education Programs
The Portland League of Women Voters Civic Education Tuesday evening programs are free and open to the public. Programs are designed to inform the community about relevant issues. For a complete listing of the programs or to view a video of previous presentations please go to their website.
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