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The Multnomah County Communications team

About MultCo Global

MultCo Global is a project of the Multnomah County Office of Communications

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About our Cultural Services Directory

MultCo Global maintains a directory of nonprofits, faith groups and government programs that serve immigrants and refugees in the Portland Metro area.

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Women role playing for CIFE

CIFE: A Tool For Quality Interpretation

CIFE is a tool interpreters and providers can use ensure an accurate and effective session with their client. Here's an example of how to put it to use.

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CIFE

CIFE: An Interpreter's Tool

The CIFE guidelines are based on standards of the International Medical Interpreters Association and National Council on Interpreting in Healthcare

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E in CIFE

CIFE: The Importance of Interpreting Everything

Interpreters should not filter or summarize, but instead should interpret everything that is said, including side conversations, phone calls or intercom announcements.

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Suad Mohamed helps a patrol at Capitol Hill Library

Cultural Services Directory

Nonprofits, programs and government agencies stepping up to meet a need

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County Arcview GIS Posterized languages spoke nat home

Demographics

Data, reports, maps and other key resources to help serve immigrant communities in Multnomah County

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Elected and community leaders gathered Jan. 25 to denounce Trump order to build a wall and strip funding from sanctuary cities

Deportation: Know Your Rights

As deportations and hate crimes rise, here are local resources for immigrant residents and allies.

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when it hits quake

Earthquake Primers in 11 languages

Earthquakes can happen without warning; but it doesn't take much to be prepared. Here's how:

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Alcoholics Anonymous materials translated into Burmese

Global Addiction Recovery

Residents who need language-specific addiction services can look to these Portland-area resources.

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School-based Health Centers offer culturally-specific counseling for immigrant an refugee students

Global Mental Health

Immigrant residents experience higher rates of anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress. Here are local resources to meet culturally-specific mental health needs.

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are you ready

Immigrant and Refugee Emergency Preparedness

Oregon experiences floods, extreme weather and earthquakes. Is your family ready for the unexpected?

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Staff at Mid County Health Center come to around the world, and work with clients from across the globe

Immigrant and Refugee Health

Immigrant and refugee residents may have health needs that differ from U.S.-born residents. We highlight local providers most familiar with working across language and culture.

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Immigrant and Refugee Legal Help

Resources for immigrant victims of crime, immigrant defendants and those at risk of deportation

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Jorge Tapia-Ayala (left) helps fellow English language learner Estella Piña-Goria.

Immigrant and Refugee Literacy & Learning

For residents who struggle with English, there's no shortage of classes and conversation groups waiting to help.

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In Our Own Words

Immigrant and refugee leaders, service providers and residents talk about life, struggles, strength and hope.

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Intern with MultCo Global

MultCo Global interns develop a professional portfolio while learning about reporting, photography, social media and more.

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Interpretation

You should always have access to qualified and trained interpreters. We offer these services free upon request.

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ISpeak Language Preference Cards

Clients might find it helpful to carry a card that notifies providers of the need for an interpreter.

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Language Access

Multnomah County provides interpretation services free-of-charge to any client who expresses the need.

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Notario Fraud

Do you know a victim of Notario Fraud? ¿Conoce a una víctima de fraudes de notarios?

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Refugee Health

Refugees arriving in Oregon are provided up to eight months of physical and mental health services.

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Refugee Services

More than 1,000 refugees arrive at Portland International Airport each year. Here they find organizations dedicated to meet their needs.

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Language Services: Translation

Translation

We’re committed to providing professionally translated materials concerning information vital to families and communities.

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