Portland JACL

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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Nikkei Community Picnic

Save the Date! Nikkei Community Picnic

Food, fun, rides for kids*; prizes and surprises!

Sunday, August 18, 2024, Noon to 5pm

Oaks Amusement Park, Area 12-13

*RSVP needed to reserve ride bracelets

Portland Day of Remembrance 2024

The event recording of Threads of Remembrance is now available.

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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 JACL volunteers tabling at the Tiger Tiger 2023 event at Fernhill Park

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