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Our Mission

The Q Center Celebrates the 2SLGBTQIA+ community by building equitable structures to foster safety, joy, mutual aid, and holistic wealth throughout the state of Oregon.

Our Pillars

Indivisible Justice
All struggles for equality and human rights are interconnected and cannot be separated. It requires a commitment to fighting for justice across all marginalized groups, acknowledging that progress for one group benefits everyone. Q Center challenges systems of oppression to promote a more inclusive and equitable society for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
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Decolonization
Decolonization is an ongoing process that demands continuous learning, reflection, and community-led adaptation. Our goal is to actively put decolonial theory into practice by collectively healing the wounds of colonialism and white supremacy through education, reparative healing, and addressing systemic inequities. Q Center is committed to ant-oppression frameworks, centering sovereignty, and fostering peace and justice.
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Solidarity
Q Center believes in standing with and supporting the most marginalized folks in times of need - grounded in empathy and a commitment to the well-being of our community. It calls for action rooted in generosity, compassion, and respect, while recognizing our shared humanity and interdependence.
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Holistic Wealth
Prioritizing community wealth over individual wealth is essential to fostering equitable systems and structures that are intentionally anti-capitalistic, ensuring that resources and opportunities are shared for the collective good. 
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Resilience & Leadership
Resilience in leadership thrives through the nurturing of mentorship, the adaptive transformation of power structures, and a commitment to continuous skill development. Q Center is grounded in the unwavering support of family and chosen family, ensuring that leaders flourish in both strength and compassion. Resilience builds the foundation for sustainable, empowered leadership that ultimately serves the collective.

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Emerging Words & Definitions
Words hold the power to inspire growth, embody resilience, and guide the evolving journey of our community. They serve as both a mirror, reflecting our shared experiences, and a map that charts the path toward collective liberation. We believe that intentional language will shape and empower change.

CONTACT
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Telephone: (503) 234-7837
Email: info@pdxqcenter.org
4115 N Mississippi Ave
Portland, OR 97217

VISIT
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Monday - Thursday

10:00a - 4:00p

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Friday - Sunday

Closed

 

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