Community Development

IRCO Community Development addresses disparities and equity issues in Multnomah County and often sit in committees and coalitions to provide insight on immigrant and refugee priorities. Some of our programs include: Civic Engagement Trainings, legislative training, Know Your Rights trainings, policy advocacy work, informational sessions on refugee needs, and civic leadership programs.  

Under Community Development, our Diversity & Civic Leadership Program (DCL) aims to develop immigrant and refugee community members and organizations to become effective advocates engaging in city/state government and neighborhood initiatives. DCL program’s signature activity is ENGAGE where IRCO provides capacity-building training.