At MRG Foundation, we have a somewhat unique opportunity to see across issues, across communities, and across the state. From Ashland to Scappoose and from Coos Bay to La Grande, MRG’s grantees, donors, and leaders work in nearly every county and come from every movement. Read our analysis of the current issues, strategies, and events that are shaping Oregon's social justice movements.
Recently, I sat on a plane headed back from the east coast to Portland and spent some time reflecting on my passion for Oregon. As my flight made its journey, I thought about why I’ve returned again and again, excited and renewed in my commitment to work for social justice in this place we call home.
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I celebrate the wealth of opportunities and events during Black History month, but I know we can do more to gain the full benefit of working together for racial justice.
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“It’s important to me to let each dancer be their own self and not hide anything. Wherever they are today, whatever their body is doing, let that be in the dance,” says Yulia Arakelyan.
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It’s the start of a new legislative session in Oregon, and many of MRG’s grantees and allies are gearing up to empower communities to be heard and shape policy for social justice!
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MRG’s latest Action Report features our 2011-2012 grantees, a message from Sharon Gary-Smith, and how your support creates social justice in Oregon.
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