Commemorate Juneteenth with LifeWorks NW
What is Juneteenth, and why is it so important?
history
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The United States government has recognized the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community every May since 1977.
LifeWorks NW Land Acknowledgement
As part of our commitment to oppose racism and oppression, we’ve created a Land Acknowledgement to share at our events.
How Serving Our Communities Honors MLK Day
Dr. King’s story not only reminds us of our nation’s history and how much work has been done to advance the rights of all people but also of what remains to be done.
How to Celebrate Black Business Month in Portland
Black-owned businesses are an important part of the Portland economy.
Veterans Day
“How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!”—Maya Angelou Today, LifeWorks NW honors the commitment and sacrifice of the 19 million veterans who have …
60th Anniversary: Diane Benavides Wille
As part of our 60th-anniversary project, we talked with current employee, Diane Benavides Wille, who joined LifeWorks NW 15-years ago as a student intern. She then became one of LifeWorks …
60th Anniversary: Mark Spofford
As part of LifeWorks NW’s 60th Anniversary memory-capturing project, Dr. Mark Spofford agreed to talk with us about his 10 years at the agency, beginning in January 1988. “It’s been …
60th Anniversary: Phyllis Maynard
Phyllis Maynard is in competition with only a few members of LifeWorks NW’s staff for length of tenure. She joined the agency in 1982 and stayed 32 years until 2014. …
60th Anniversary: Dotti Cowart
As part of LifeWorks NW’s 60th Anniversary Celebration, we are highlighting just a few of the many valued leaders who have shaped our organization and our community. Dotti Cowart’s children …
60th Anniversary: LaNae Bowles
As part of LifeWorks NW’s 60th Anniversary Celebration, we are highlighting just a few of the many valued leaders who have shaped our organization and our community. LaNae Bowles joined …
60th Anniversary: Ebony Clarke
As part of LifeWorks NW’s 60th Anniversary Celebration, we are highlighting just a few of the many valued leaders who have shaped our organization and our community. Ebony Clarke began …
60th Anniversary: Dr. Gary Dombroff
As part of LifeWorks NW’s 60th Anniversary Celebration, we are highlighting just a few of the many valued leaders who have shaped our organization and our community. More than 40 …