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.
Deadline to order is November 21, 2026.
Pick-up Date: Sunday, December 6th
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Where: Epworth United Methodist
1333 SE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Please make checks payable to UNITE PEOPLE.
Or download form to mail in.
This is a fundraiser activity for Unite People, a youth driven community and social justice group. The proceeds will help fund projects to educate youth and seed community projects.
Nikkei Winter Holiday Party & JACL General Meeting
Create a new holiday tradition and please join us for the 10th annual Nikkei Community Winter Party where we will joyfully welcome the holiday season.
- This will be a semi-potluck dinner where the main course (Kalua Pork w/ Cabbage, and Vegetarian/Vegan Chili) will be provided.
- Bring a side dish of your choice (Optional – we would rather have you and your family there).
- 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!
Where: Oregon Buddhist Temple
3720 SE 34th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
For more information or to RSVP:
Contact Connie at connie@pdxjacl.org or call/text 503-318-5839.
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. We are 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 on Zoom.
Volunteering with Portland JACL is a great way to give back or get engaged with the local Nikkei community. Email us at contact@pdxjacl.org or fill out our volunteer interest form.
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Portland Day of Remembrance 2026
This year we commemorated the Day of Remembrance with a number of events including a Farewell to Manzanar Film Screening and Panel, Farewell to Manzanar book club, Minidoka on Our Minds exhibition at JAMO, and Rally to Resist ICE.
Our Sponsors:
