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Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month spans from September 15 to October 15 and is an annual celebration of the history and culture of the U.S. Latinx and Hispanic communities. Celebrate in Washington County with these events and learning opportunities:
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. For more info and resources, visit:
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VAN is planning for the next adVANce, our annual "meet-the-funders" style event, scheduled for Tuesday, January 24, 2023, and we would love your input to make it a successful community building experience. Please respond to our short, 4-question survey to help us meet your needs and provide learning opportunities relevant to your organization.
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Register now and mark your calendars for the next quarterly meeting of the Thrives All-Collaborative!
Find out about the current state of a Preschool for All initiative in Washington County from guest presenters Bridget Cooke, Executive Director of Adelante Mujeres, and Olga Acuña, Director of Federal Programs at Hillsboro School District.
VAN's Executive Director Glenn Montgomery will also provide updates on the Behavioral Health Workforce Initiative, including information on our upcoming career pathways event in November.
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Wednesday, October 19 from 8:30-10am
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Finding Community Podcast |
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Episode 16 of Finding Community features Dave Mowry, who shares his story of living with mental illness that cost him his business, his home, and the “lost years” as a husband and father.
Dave talks about the healing power of acceptance and community, and how telling our stories can help others see themselves and know they are not alone.
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Our guest for Episode 17 is Jonath Colón, Director at Centro de Prosperidad, Centro Cultural's culturally-specific workforce and economic development program. Jonath reflects on growing up in a big family in Puerto Rico and the generosity of people who saw his potential and gave him opportunities. He shares insight into how technology is changing the job market and the workforce, and the impact of COVID on people’s values and expectations. Jonath challenges us to see people, including ourselves, not just where we are today, but where we could be.
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September 9-18
Various Events
An annual celebration, this year's Beaverton Welcoming Week will be celebrated under the theme of “Where We Belong” alongside events in communities across the country. The theme aims to spark individual reflection on how and why belonging occurs, and ways we can break barriers so that places can foster belonging for all, including immigrants and refugees.
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Thurs, Sept 29, 8:15am - 1:30pm
This half-day Summit is an opportunity to learn and hear how the business community and organizations are leading and implementing changes in the work of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the local business community and the community at large.
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Your City, Your County, Your Community |
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Oregon environmental & conservation leaders can apply for this program with The Center for Diversity & the Environment
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Join a Town Hall on the budget process - Wed, Sept 28, 6pm
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Help shape the Washington County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
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Diverse community input wanted - take the survey by Sept 9
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Any recipient of mental health or addiction services, including youth, invited to join. Family members also welcome.
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CBO's can apply to help ensure representation for people of color & other under-represented communities
Online application is due by October 7 at noon
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Apply by end of September for up to $20,000 in fare grants for low income Seniors, People with disabilities, and Veterans
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Nomination forms are due by September 30, 2022
Provide input by Sept 15 on City options to enhance local broadband services
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Apply to join a board or commission by Mon, Oct 3
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Annual recruitment for boards and commissions runs through Oct 31
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Apply to Community Curriculum Advisory Committee by 9/15 and Budget Committee by 11/1
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The City has several openings on a variety of citizen boards and commissions, open until filled or as noted
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Apply by Sept 12 to be considered for current openings
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