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
Get ready for the Holidays and reduce your stress by pre-ordering winter greenery to decorate your home or office. All proceeds benefit Unite People, our youth driven community and social justice group. The proceeds will help fund projects to educate youth and seed community projects.
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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