A neighborhood effort to interrupt racism in Lake Oswego, Oregon
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Our Mission is to educate and empower Lake Oswego residents and institutions with the tools to combat racism in all its forms and make LO — and Oregon — a better place to live for residents of all races and ethnicities.
Bruce R. Poinsette Gala
Join us in celebrating community, unity and the legacy of Bruce R. Poinsette at the Bruce R. Poinsette Awards Gala on December 13.
What We Do
Respond to Racism meets monthly, bringing concerned citizens together, including members of local government, news media, and the Lake Oswego School District, to tackle overt and systemic racism in Lake Oswego.
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Join the Dialogue
Help make Lake Oswego a better place to live for residents of all races and ethnicities.
Learn How to Help
Not sure where, or how, you can educate yourself and your network? We’ve compiled a list of tools and resources that will help your awareness and understanding.
Be Part of the Action
Get involved at our next community-based event. Meet fellow members and join us as we support the community through events that educate and inspire.
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- Troy Douglass | Life After the BubbleAbout Life After the Bubble: This series seeks to spotlight the experiences of alumni and former students of color from Lake Oswego schools. “Life After the Bubble” will feature interviews from various students, each sharing distinct cultural experiences and reflections from their time in LO. The objective is not just … Read more
- Black Girl in Suburbia | May 2024 Community MeetingBlack Girl in Suburbia is a documentary by filmmaker Melissa Lowery that examines the experiences of Black girls who live in predominantly white communities, such as Lake Oswego. We watched and discussed the film, as well as her work creating space for Black students in predominantly white schools in Portland and Beaverton. Melissa Lowery is a wife and mother that … Read more