Join us for an honest, values-based conversation about what’s working—and what still needs to change—in our region’s response to homelessness. Across Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties, people are working hard to make progress on homelessness—but that progress isn’t always visible. These small-group conversations are designed to help bridge the gap between what the public sees … Continue reading Supportive Housing Services (SHS) Conversation

A beginner’s introduction and a veteran’s refresher to the principles and practices of nonviolence, knowing your rights as a protester, and an overview of basic de-escalation techniques. Facilitated by engaging, long-time activist, and trainer Malcom Scott. Registration required! Click here to RSVP.

Please join Heather Vickery from the UU Service Committee after the service in Eliot Chapel for a workshop on "Accompaniment." In these times, members of our community — including immigrants, trans and nonbinary kin, and houseless neighbors — are often pushed to the margins and treated as "other." This workshop will explore how we can … Continue reading Accompaniment Workshop

"Portland's Future: It's In Our Hands" Join our Economic Justice Action Group (EJAG) for a panel featuring Rumble on the River and Public Grids, a national organization empowering people to ensure that our utilities serve the public and the planet. This conversation will include guests who are a part of transformative, grassroots campaigns here and … Continue reading Public Grids and Rumble on the River #26

Please join us to learn the basics of nonviolent resistance and hone your de-escalation techniques in this dynamic workshop featuring role-playing and other skills embodiment exercises. Facilitated by long-time activist and trainer Malcom Scott. Please register here. Malcom Gregory Scott is a long-time AIDS survivor, activist, and writer with decades of experience organizing and participating in … Continue reading *Registration Required* De-Escalation Training

Join us for a vigil for murdered Palestinian health care workers, followed by a screening of Jan Haaken's short film, "SUMUD: A Doctor's Report on Genocide and Survival in Gaza," and a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Travis Meleen on his experiences in Gaza in summer 2025. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. $5 - 20 … Continue reading Targeting Doctors in Gaza: Breaking the Silence