For Women’s History Month, please join us in welcoming four very successful and inspiring women from our local community. During March, Lan Su will feature guest presenters who will share their stories and insights about navigating life, careers, and relationships as women of color.
This is She presentations occur inside Lan Su Chinese Garden.
This program is free with Lan Su admission or membership. PLEASE RSVP FOR TALKS USING LINKS BELOW.
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PRESENTATION: Somewhere Between East and West
As a third-generation Chinese American, Amy Chan discusses the forces that have shaped her personal and professional life, and how the craft of designing with words and images has helped her to communicate feelings and ideas in a way that goes beyond the inner boundaries of her world.
Saturday, March 9, 2024. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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PRESENTATION: Finding Purpose and Embracing Visibility
Join us as Amanda shares insights on the significance of forging one's unique path and embracing one's identity with pride.
Saturday, March 16, 2024. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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PRESENTATION: A Blacktina's Journey to Find Her Political Voice
Candace will share her story of finding her political voice and using it to make change in her community.
Saturday, March 23, 2024. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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PRESENTATION: A Love Letter to My Mom
Please join Amy in this interactive space of reflection and sharing story with one another. We will use a Community Agreement that we will honor confidentiality. Beyond this time, we can share the learnings and not the details.
Saturday, March 30, 2024. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Join us for a Round Table discussion on the struggles and opportunities faced by women of color today, featuring This Is She Speakers from 2022-2024.
Sunday, March 17 2024. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Topic: Breaking Barriers: Personal Stories of Triumph
Explores and celebrates the resilience and triumphs of individuals who have overcome significant challenges, offering a platform for sharing inspirational narratives that inspire and motivate others to conquer their own obstacles.
Speakers:
Shiaian Price – Local Portland Poet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebathtubpo3t/
Cyndi-Lynne Keahi Reynolds – Ō The Bake Shop Owner | Website: https://www.othebakeshop.com/
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Sunday, March 24 2024. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Topic: Empowering Voices: Amplifying Women of Color in Leadership
Focuses on fostering dialogue and strategies to enhance the representation, influence, and impact of women of color in leadership roles, acknowledging and addressing the unique challenges they may face.
Speakers:
Jennifer Fang – Director of Interpretation and Community Engagement | www.pittockmansion.org
Kim Lepin – Co-Executive Director of APANO | https://www.apano.org/
Ursula Arlauskas – Program Officer at Community Foundation for Southwest Washington | Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Community Foundation for Southwest Washington (cfsww.org)
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Sundays, March 17 and 24, 2024. 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Come and engage with participating organizations that focus on growth, support and celebrating women of color.
March 17 Organization: Immigrant Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
March 24 Organization: Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon (APANO)
March 8-31, 2024
Write a message of self-belief, resilience, and the importance of supporting one another on the journey toward empowerment. (Located at the Boat House)
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