Centennial Mills demolition

The Northwest Naito Parkway structure is still a hazard after a major fire. For your safety, avoid the area. Learn more 

Portland and the federal government

Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal

Office of Community & Civic Life

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The Office of Community & Civic Life (Civic Life) connects Portlanders with city government to build inclusive, safe, and livable communities.

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Featured content

Portland Is a Sanctuary City

Know Your Rights, Federal Reporting Resources, and Workers Rights

Legal Services for Immigrants & Refugees

Welcoming Week

Portland Data Map Tool

Diversity and Civic Leadership Program

Equity & Civic Engagement Best Practices

About Civic Life

Engagement Officer Calendar

Civic Life Updates --Find our updates on Rose City Connection!

State Resources for Reporting Hate Crimes, Bias Incidents, Discrimination, and Violations of Oregon's Sanctuary Laws

Contact

Office of Community & Civic Life

civiclife@portlandoregon.gov
503-823-4519

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Mailing address

1120 SW 5th Avenue
Suite 114
Portland, OR 97204

Related offices, programs, and projects

Advisory Bodies Program

Immigrant & Refugee Program

Neighborhood Program

Youth Program

New Portlanders Policy Commission

Multnomah Youth Commission

Events

Welcoming Week 2026

Welcoming Week 2026 is a festival of events that build strong community support for immigrant and refugees in Portland. Events include art, performances, information, and community discussions. All events are free. Everyone is welcome. Join us!

Community event
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More events

Past meetings and hearings

Advisory Bodies Enhancement Project Community Input Session #2

Advisory Bodies Enhancement Project Community Input Session #1

Parkrose Neighborhood Association Meeting

Far Southwest Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting

Goose Hollow Neighborhood Association Board Meetings

More meetings and hearings

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