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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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: 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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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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Cultural Services Directory
Nonprofits, programs and government agencies stepping up to meet a need
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Demographics
Data, reports, maps and other key resources to help serve immigrant communities in Multnomah County
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Deportation: Know Your Rights
As deportations and hate crimes rise, here are local resources for immigrant residents and allies.
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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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Global Addiction Recovery
Residents who need language-specific addiction services can look to these Portland-area resources.
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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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Immigrant and Refugee Emergency Preparedness
Oregon experiences floods, extreme weather and earthquakes. Is your family ready for the unexpected?
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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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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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Translation
We’re committed to providing professionally translated materials concerning information vital to families and communities.
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