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African Women's Coalition

Last updated Jun 2026

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The African Women's Coalition (AWC), founded in 2003, supports African immigrant and refugee women and their families in Oregon and Southwest Washington. It provides a culturally supportive environment and connects women to resources through partnerships, including community advancement work and doula training. AWC works largely through referrals and partner programs; people get involved via the contact form on the website.

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BIPOCBlackImmigrants & refugees

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Peer supportAdvocacyCase management
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