We are the Portland Chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL), the oldest and largest Asian American civil rights organization in the United States. A membership-driven national organization whose mission is to promote and uphold human and civil rights, and to promote and preserve the cultural heritage and values of Japanese Americans.
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Unite People’s Holiday Wreath Sale
Pick-up date:
Sunday, December 7, 2024
from 11-2pm
at Epworth United Methodist Portland, OR 97215
Nikkei Holiday Party & JACL General Meeting
Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Oregon Buddhist Temple starting at 5 pm. This will be a semi-potluck dinner where the main course (Kalua Pork with cabbage, and Vegetarian/VeganChili) will be provided. Bring a side dish of your choice.
There will be activities for kids, raffle for the adults, and a visit from Santa and a short general meeting of Portland JACL. Start the holidays with food and fun. For more information or to RSVP contact Connie at connie@pdxjacl.org.
Congratulations to the 2025 Scholarship Recipients!
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Looking for Volunteers
Portland JACL is an entirely volunteer run organization and we could always use more help. Just a couple of hours a month could support our mission of community, culture and civil rights. Looking for help with:
- Web & Social Media
- Newsletter
- Development
- Membership
- Event tabling
- Print calendar
Additionally, members are always welcome to join committees for advocacy and finance. Meetings take place roughly once a month over Zoom.
Volunteering with Portland JACL is a great way to give back or to get engaged with the local Nikkei community. Email us at contact@pdxjacl.org or fill out our volunteer interest form. ありがとうThank you!
Portland Day of Remembrance 2024
The event recording of Threads of Remembrance is now available.
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