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Brown Girl Rise

Last updated Jun 2026

About

Brown Girl Rise is a Portland 501(c)(3) that cultivates a radical sisterhood among girls and non-binary youth of color in Multnomah County. Through winter leadership programming and summer camps, it builds confidence and joy while centering youth as leaders, with a focus on reclaiming connection to land, health, body, and community. General inquiries go to browngirlrisepdx@gmail.com.

Communities centered

YouthBIPOC

Services offered

Peer supportAdvocacy

Who it's for

Youth under 18

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