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Getting Connected To Portland

Portland, Oregon appears a dull and provincial city for visitors.

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Portland Alliance - neo-lefty newspaper with verve and commitment Contact              reformatted 11/2005
Friends of the Library - Inquire...Dream....Create....Discover
Oregon Grapevine - nexus for Oregon media



One of the city's prime attractions is nothing of any importance has ever happened here.

Street Roots - for those who can't afford free speech - sold on the streets of Portland

Cascadia Media - All sorts of sustainable activism
Portland Indymedia - active and informative - give up on commercial nodes, post your own local news
This is a valuable quality to people who've spent much time in a place where exciting things happen all the time. Free Geek - helping the needy get nerdy since the beginning of the third millenium
KBOO - non-commercial listener-supported radio
Portland Cable Access is your community media first amendment forum
The Portland Radio Guide - all the connections to broadcast radio
But for those not escaping torture, what will you do? What good will you accomplish here? Portland Macintosh Users Group - They get togther to conspire to take over the world...
Portland Stories is a part of City Stories network of sites
Northwest Media Literacy Center is committed to advancing media literacy in Oregon and Washington
politic Coalition for a Livable Future - network of 60 non-profit and community-based organizations
1000 Friends of Oregon - the citizens' voice that protects Oregon's quality of life from the effects of growth
Some will stall, considering their existance sufficient civic participation.  Community Oregon - bridging rural / urban gaps in local political leadership
Voters Net - whatever Dan Meek is doing now - Oregon's most effective energy advocate
Voter Education Project is a   non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the integrity of the initiative system
Money Is Not Democracy - advocating for Campaign Finance Reform in Oregon
But some will dig deeper, think harder, fine something which resonates. Women In Black - we are women standing in silent vigil, wearing black for remembrance, holding a vision of peace
Anarchist Black Cross - active and wordy
XPAC - used to be more interesting when they had an opinion...
Portland Copwatch - did you know every city needs a Copwatch?
If you love humans, animals or the future, take a look at some of the organizations and activities which reveal the richness of Portland. Portland Survival's mission is to educate the public about state and local budget cuts in human services
City Repair is group of citizen activists building a more community-oriented and ecologically sustainable society
Since 1998 ballotmeasure.com has brought you all the details of all the measures circulating statewide
Alliance for Democracy frees people from corporate domination of politics, economics,  environment, culture and information
The only beauty of the electronic age is no longer are you required by proximity to rely on the lowest common denominator to evolve. Portland Oregon Section of the Socialist Labor Party - continuing to advocate + Socialist Party of Oregon
Pacific Green Party - and Pacific Green Party -
OregonVoting.org provides news about the Oregon election process including present and proposed law and voting practices
Oregon Taxpayers United Chronicles - keep track of Oregon's own terrorists
Oregon Center for Public Policy advances policies that improve the prospects of low- and moderate income Oregonians
Yet the wealth of the city is its active, informed citizens. You choose to act, you choose to be informed. You choose to add to the wealth of the city. PCUN - Oregon's Farmworker Union
League of Women Voters encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government
Oregon NOW - chapter of the National Organization of Women
Western Prison Project coordinates a response to the criminal justice system, and builds a grassroots movement
Oregon Farm Worker Ministry seeks to respond to the reality of many farm workers

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Metropolitan Alliance for Common Good is a broad-based organizing effort in the metropolitan area of Portland
biologic Cooper Spur Wild and Free Coalition -
Open Your Ears

WBAI
KPOJ

KPFA
KEXP
KAOS
Democracy Now!
Living Assets Radio
Webactive
CounterSpin
On The Media
Transom
Radio 4 All
BBC4
World Radio Network
Intern't List
MIT Radio-Locator

Alternative Radio

KPSU
KLC
The Great Blue Heron - designed to bring heightened awareness to The Columbia Slough in Oregon
Green Empowerment an international development organization
People's Food Co-op - a co-operative natural food store dedicated to serving the community
Mazamas - provides a  climbing program with allied activities that enhance and protect the participants and the environment
Earth & Spirit Council - reawaken our spiritual connection to the Earth and Earth-conscious living.
Wolftree, Inc. designs and implements  outdoor science programs and projects that are community-based
Cascadia Forest Defenders is an group dedicated to defending and preserving the ancient and native forests of Cascadia
Oregon Wildlife Federation links and supports grassroots activists throughout Oregon
Association of Oregon Recyclers believe by working together to encourage recycling, we make an impact on the future
Sustainable Northwest addresses the need for solutions to  environmental, economic and social challenges
Oregon Natural Resources Council is a conservation consortium promoting environmental protection by educating the public
Willamette Riverkeeper is dedicated solely to the protection and restoration of the Willamette River
SOLV brings government agencies, businesses and individual volunteers in projects to enhance the livability of Oregon
Northwest Earth Institute - offers courses in sustainability, deep ecology, living in place, and the practice of simplicity

Grow Your Head

Common Dreams
InfoAnarchy
MonkeyFist
Adbusters
Groundspring

Idealist
AlterNet

tearitalldown.org
TACS
Guardian

English Aljazeera.net
Chomsky Archive
corpwatch.org

prwatch.org

Community Gardens Program provides gardening and greening opportunities for the people and neighborhoods of Portland
Oregon Community Protection Coalition works to protect Oregon’s neighborhoods, farmland, and environment
Native Plant Society of Oregon works tirelessly for plant and habitat conservation
Food Alliance promotes sustainable agriculture, recognizing and rewarding environmentally and socially responsible farmers
The Wetlands Conservancy (TWC) is a non-profit land trust
Illahee - The bridge between cutting edge environmental science, policy makers, and the general public
Portland-Vancouver Regional Stream Coalition - Your river is your responsibility. Keep it clean!
Friends of Trees builds community partnerships to plant, preserve, and care for urban trees
Cascadia Summer is about bringing an end to the reckless and wanton commodification of our environment
WaterWatch - protecting natural flows in Oregon rivers
Neighborhood Pride Team develops opportunity and builds sustainable community in Outer Southeast Portland, Oregon
Witness Against Lawless Logging - part of the Oregon Wildlife Federation
Sustainable Forestry Project - educates the public as to the ecological, spiritual, and commercial values of our forestlands
Growing Gardens promotes food gardening for improved nutrition, health, and self-reliance
Oregon Toxics Alliance - to eliminate contamination and unnecessary toxics use, harm they cause to health / environment
The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 477,000 acres of critical natural lands in Oregon

New Stuff

Portland Robots
Poets Against War
OPAN
Advocacy Center
Oregon Spotlight
Hate Crimes
Red Rose

Laughing Horse Books
Save Portland
Portland Communique
Alliance for Democracy
Oregon Blog
Port City
Small Talk
Metro Murals
Music Fest NW
Uncommon Thought
PortlandWeb.Net
Burnside Skate

Rose City Copwatch
Portland Bisexual Alliance
alt.Portland Low $ Guide
Cinema 21

In Other Words
NW Film Center
Rent-A-Negro
Mirador Community Store

Portland Bill of Rights
Craig's List in Portland
Community Language and Culture Bank
Clinton Theater
Secret Plan
Gracie's
Portland History
Anti-War Artists

John Inskeep Environmental Learning Center  creates communities through urban watershed education & restoration
Bark Out - a Oregon  non-profit organization dedicated to  citizen involvement in the management of our national forests
Friends of the Columbia Gorge is an organization dedicated to the protection of the magnificent Columbia River Gorge
The Pumpkin Patch offers a wide variety of farm-fresh produce at low, farm-direct prices and lots of unique family fun
NW RAGE promotes responsible, sustainable and just use of agriculture and science

art

BroadArts - performances expressing the impact women and minorities have in a more equal, peaceful, and just society
Portland Poets - past and present
Literary Arts promotes the importance of language as a means to express, explore and experience the world in which we live
Cascade Blues Association preserves and promotes blues and roots music in the Great Northwest!
Write Around Portland helps people express themselves and become a vital part of the community dialogue
Mountain Writers Series began as a literary arts program in 1973 at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon
Ethos, Inc.,  Multicultural Music Center, is dedicated to the promotion of music and music-based education for Oregon youth
All about Old Time Music being played in Portland - history, pictures, links
The Portland Zine Symposium is a conference and zine social exploring facets of underground publishing and DIY culture
Kalakendra’s raises awareness of the Indian subcontinent through presenting concerts, dances, lecture demonstrations
Lightbox Studio is dedicated to the research, practice, and production of new and evolving art forms
Oregon Writer's Colony -  a nonprofit organization representing and nurturing professional and novice writers
Columbia Symphony Orchestra presents quality performances of standard, worthy, and new orchestral repertoire
A record and a conversation about the public artwork in Portland, Oregon
Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center creates helps artists and audience to explore, preserve and celebrate their diversity
Community of Writers is a teacher support program which improves student writing  by improving the quality of  instruction
The musicians and dancers of Homowo are living examples of the strength of African performing arts. 
Portland Folklore Society is dedicated to promoting folk music and arts in the greater Portland, Oregon area
Locals Only CD’s Records & Tapes - mail order via the web for local music
Portland Community Ballet creates an opportunity for children of all ages to be introduced to dance as a performing art
Isn't it time you changed in your lifestyle? Start your career off right by joining the American Federation Musicians, #99
Orlo is a nonprofit organization using the creative arts to explore environmental themes.
Independent Publishing Resource Center provides individual access to the resources and tools for media and art
This digital edition of Opal Whiteley's Diary has been specially expanded with pictures, overviews, explanations, and maps
Freedom Tribe NW - art can cause community action and change
peace Code Pink - We call on women around the world to rise up and oppose the war in Iraq
Oregon Peaceworks -
Oregon Peace Institute - understands peace issues and to teach skills in conflict management in the schools
Peace and Justice Works - purpose is to educate about peace, justice, the environment, and human rights

child Girls' Initiative Network -
Schoolhouse Supplies collects surplus products from businesses and stocks a unique store for PPS teachers
SCRAP - collects reusable items from local businesses and distributes them to educators, artists, families and kids.
Portland Schools in Crisis - this web site monitors the Portland Public School system
Compassionate Friends assists families in the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child
Early Head Start Family Center - fosters responsive and caring environments that nurture children and parents
Welcome to Greater Portland Homeschoolers - got kids? Don't give up! Here's the resource you've been seeking
Oregon Children's Foundation enhances  reading skills, attitudes, and life prospects of children who need assistance
Coalition for School Funding Now's focuses public and government actions on providing Oregon’s school with stable funding
HOPE (Help Out Public Education) - their thumb is in the dike of public education in Portland - go girls
Self Enhancement, Inc. - Life Has Options
Outside In - addresses the changing needs of homeless youth and other low-income and marginalized people
energy GoBiodiesel Cooperative is now creating a processing system that will convert waste vegetable oil into usable fuel

SHIFT works to express Portland’s creative bike culture and highlight bicycling’s positive contributions to the community
Utility Reform Project - watch out PGE / Enron!
Community Energy Project - helping neighbors save energy and keep the world clean
Oregon Public Power Coalition - tracking the PGE / Enron fiasco
health Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette - provides, promotes, and protects access to full reproductive health care
Northwest Medical Teams is a aid organization working to reduce suffering around the world and in the Pacific Northwest
Oregonians for Health Security - fights for affordable, quality health care that we can all count on
Black Cross Health Collective - First Aid for Radicals and Activists - Fight the power, do no harm
Vision Northwest  coordinates support groups throughout Oregon, all at no charge to the group members
Oregon farmers’ markets are a unique partnership between city residents and farmers
Health Care for ALL – Oregon is working for secure, affordable health care for each and every Oregonian
Oregon Food Bank - feeding the hungry
Loaves & Fishes provides nutritious meals to seniors 60 years and older 365 days a year
Zenger Farm - reconnect people to the land, by creating a place that nurtures awareness of our dependence on nature
bikes Zoo Bomb - something about bikes and the city and having a crazy time / message board
b.i.k.e. was formed January 10, 1995 for the purpose of providing opportunities and options for inner-city, at-risk children
Salutations and welcome to the current headquarters of the Chunk six-six-six disinformation distribution cadre
Bicycle Transportation Alliance - makes bicycling safer, more convenient and more accessible
Critical Mass for Portland, Oregon - get on your bike Fridays at 6 PM under the West Burnside Bridge
Community Cycling Center builds skills youth through recreational and educational bicycle programs 
humans Peacock in the Park - yearly extravaganza, is a tribute to the late Lady Elaine Peacock
Central City Concern - providing solutions to homelessness and chemical dependency
Store to Door serving elderly and disabled people with a low-cost, personalized shopping and delivery service
Portland Voz - to secure and protect immigrant workers' rights through education, leadership, and community organizing
Hands On Portland builds community and enriches lives by providing a gateway to service and empowering volunteers
IRCO provides services for folks who are new to this country
It's Time, Oregon! - a grassroots civil rights group seeking to secure and safeguard the rights of all transgendered persons
Neighborhood House develops, supports and fosters self-reliance, economic independence and dignity in people
Pride Northwest - summer parade of pride for our LBGT community
The Coalition Against Hate Crimes (CAHC) was started by the American Jewish Committee in Portland, Oregon
Sisters of the Road Cafe - talking peace and cooking rice and beans for over twenty years
Basic Rights of Oregon - works to keep discrimination out of the Oregon constitution
Outreach Ministry - helps people who have multiple handicaps live independent lives with stability, dignity and comfort
Project Linkage coordinates more than 800 volunteers who provide assistance to seniors and people with disabilities
VolunteerWorks is dedicated to all aspects of civic engagement as a key component of a high quality of life
The ReBuilding Center is a project of the non-profit community enhancement organization, Our United Villages
Dignity Village is a mobile tent city in Portland, Oregon
Northwest Veterans for Peace - support and advocacy
Portland Cacophony Society - Real Americans fighting the *real* war
The Oregon Consumer League works to protect Oregon consumers in the marketplace
Members of Westside NOW are battling WalMart - see pics
Zen Community of Oregon - when opposites arise, the buddha mind is lost
Portland Housing Center   provides education and counseling  to home buyers, home owners, renters, and landlords
Mental Health Association of Portland - Promotes recovery from addiction and mental illness
Elders in Action - mission is "To assure a vibrant community through the active involvement of older adults."
Stop Oregon's Gambling Addiction - advocacy against gambling - measure 66
Dress for Success has provided over 2,500 clients with interview appropriate clothing to wear for job interviews
General community informed of the current and future events organized by India Cultural Association
Kagyu Changchub Chuling is a Vajrayana Buddhist center, founded by the Very Venerable Kalu Rinpoche
Communities United for People assists low income and ethnic minority people to better their lives and combat prejudice
The Life Center is geared towards helping the low-income family or persons in need of assistance for daily living
Immigration Counseling Service provides legal immigration services
JOIN supports the efforts of homeless individuals and families to make successful and sustainable transitions off the street
Association for Communal Harmony in Asia is dedicated to promote peace in South Asia and harmony among South Asians
International Center for Traditional Childbearing, Inc.- African centered organization located in Portland, Oregon
Oregon Transportation Institute is a tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation dedicated to providing transportation information.
Mercy Enterprises - terrible web site but interesting product, microloans for local minority entrepreneurs
Since 1977 battered women and children have been coming to Raphael House for safety, advocacy, and support
OregonSolutions.net connects agencies, organizations and businesses taking leadership roles in sustainable development
South Asian Women's Empowerment and Resource Alliance, provides free and confidential culturally-sensitive services
Historic Preservation League of Oregon is dedicated to protecting and preserving Oregon's heritage
Desarrollo Integral de la Familia - prevent family violence and support Latino families with self-esteem and self-sufficiency
Coalition for a Livable Future is a network of 60 organizations working together to create an equitable, sustainable Portland
Association of Oregon Rail and Transit Advocates -  for safe, fiscally responsible, environmentally sound transportation
Oregon Africa Village makes links between Africa-focused organizations in Oregon and publicizes Africa-related events
GMC Helping and Warming Program - Imagine a blanket made with your hands and intent warming a homeless person
Compassion & Choices - fighting for choice at the end of life
Industrial Workers Of the World - Portland Area Industrial District Council
Oregon Action is a statewide community organization dedicated to economic and social justice for all
REACH Community Development - nurturing neighborhoods and helping the homeless
Portland Jobs with Justice is a local campaign for workers’ rights affiliated with national Jobs with Justice
The Hands Project - educates each person in every community about their moral and legal right to live free of violence
Portland Impact - helps people overcome and avoid financial hardships in Southeast Portland

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Oregon Partnership - builds communities with drug and alcohol prevention education and treatment referral services
Physicians for Social Responsibility is committed to the elimination of weapons of mass destruction