Category: Community
Celebrating Women’s History Month
March is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate historical and current contributions from women.
Celebrating Black History Month
Black History Month celebrates both the historical and modern-day contributions made by phenomenal African Americans.
2021 OYA Director’s Award winners announced
Ali Rolle, Brent Rutkowski, and Griselda Solano-Salinas are this year's winners.
Owl’s Nest: A safe space for youth of color to grow
A new residential program in Portland aims to provide culturally-responsive support for OYA youth.
Sharing perspectives on Veterans’ Day
OYA staff who are veterans talk about what the holiday means to them.
Janus Youth Programs awards scholarships to OYA youth
Fifteen current and former OYA youth received scholarships for higher education or vocational training supplies.
Peer Support Team Ready to Listen
OYA’s parole and probation staff are accustomed to helping others. But what happens when they need their own support?
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Oregon will officially honor this day for the first time on Oct. 11.
‘More than just cutting someone’s hair’
Three youth from Camp Florence have become the go-to barbers in their coastal town.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 through October 15 is a celebratory time for learning about Hispanic cultures.