Events

What’s In That Bill on Capitol Hill

When the Senate’s so-called “Gang of 8″ introduced an immigration reform bill last week, CIO’s Public Policy Director Andrew Riley began reading the 844 page proposal. He crafted this analysis—the Good, the Bad, and the Downright Dehumanizing—to offer a quick read to those who want to know what’s in the bill.

Peace and Unity Rally

Kayse Jama, Executive Director of CIO, opened the Peace and Unity Rally Sunday evening (Nov 28, 2010) in front of Portland City Hall. Mayor Sam Adams and Commissioner Amanda Fritz also spoke at the event. Peace and Unity Rally from CIO Media Project on Vimeo.

Read more →

Media Tuesdays

We’re starting a Tuesday afternoon media crew – starting January 25th. 12:30 to 3 pm. No previous training necessary – just an interest in using media to advance Immigrant and Refugee rights! We’re hoping this team will be fully trained by and able to join us for CIO’s Legislative Advocacy Day in Salem. Please RSVP [...]

Read more →

CIO’s United for Action 2011 Legislative Advocacy Day

What: A day spent in the state Capitol building, meeting with legislators and building the presence of immigrants & refugees in Salem. We’ll be working to increase awareness of CIO’s 2011 legislative agenda, and to push the state to work for immigrant & refugee rights. When: Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011. A bus will be leaving [...]

Read more →

First Friday Membership Events!

Join us every First Friday of the month at CIO! Invite friends and family as we continue to unite together. We do not have to be in isolation when we gather to create a prosperous and empowered community. CIO is your home and we welcome you to be part of this event every month! Every [...]

Read more →