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Center for Women's Leadership (PSU)

Community organization · Portland, Multnomah County

Last verified Jun 2026

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The Center for Women's Leadership at Portland State University develops women and gender-expansive leaders through programs like NEW Leadership Oregon, a Gender, Leadership and Policy Cohort, and an undergraduate Women's Leadership Certificate. It also hosts community events and speaker series open beyond the university. Contact the center at 503-725-2895 or cwlinfo@pdx.edu to learn about programs and eligibility.

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Trans & nonbinaryLGBTQ+

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AdvocacyPeer support

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Center for Women's Leadership (PSU)

506 SW Mill St, Suite 780, Portland, OR 97201

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