Representation in Action
Discover your community and your support network in a whole new way
Representation in Action (RIA) offers culturally-responsive case management to support Portland’s youth of color as they seek housing, treatment, education, employment, and meaningful ways to engage with and give back to their communities.
UPCOMING RIA-LED EVENTS
- Juneteenth Celebration – June 21st at Lillis-Albina Park
Come meet the RIA team at the Outside In table! - Good in the Hood – June 28th & 29th at Lillis-Albina Park
Come meet the RIA team at the Outside In table or in the parade!
Click to REFER SOMEONE TO RIA SERVICES
MEET THE RIA TEAM!
Imani Calhoun-Riley (she/her) is proud to call Portland home! She’s also a proud Historically Black College/University (HBCU) grad and proud of the work she does daily in social work. After graduating from the illustrious Claflin University, Imani decided to come back home and pour into the young people in Portland what was poured into her in South Carolina. She’s excited to be a part of the RIA team at Outside In and bring cultural sensitivity and responsiveness to the young folks navigating the racially oppressive structures designed to see us fail.
Xilax (Khalil) Callier (they/them) was raised in the Bay Area and has lived experience in being houseless as a young adult. Becoming a social worker was Khalil’s dream, and now they’ve been doing it for 6 years. Khalil makes sure that every client they work with has the confidence to navigate systems to empower themselves.
Terese Brazzle (she/her/Queen) is a strong and beautiful rose that grew from the concrete streets of Portland! She is a proud graduate of Jefferson High School and Norfolk State University who has dedicated more than 20 years to community-based Case Management. Terese’s passion for service has allowed her to have a positive impact on a plethora of individuals from diverse backgrounds; individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, drug and alcohol addiction, mental health needs, elder support, and homeless youth to name a few. Terese’s professional journey has brought her to being one of the Service Case Managers and developers of the new RIA (Representation In Action) Program, which focuses on the importance of Culturally Comprehensive Case Management. Terese is excited for the amazing calling to be of service and looks forward to doing it 20+ more years!
Who is eligible
Youth ages 18-24 who have been screened into the Homeless Youth Continuum and who would benefit from additional supports to reach their next steps
Location
Outside In
1132 SW 13th Ave,
Portland, OR 97205
Contact
RIAinfo@outsidein.org
Cost
Free
Services We Provide
Case Management
Housing Support
- Access to onsite housing, community housing, and housing vouchers
Treatment Support
- Access to behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment
Education Support
- Access to GED prep and testing, college exploration, and scholarship help
Employment Support
- Access to internships, job placements, and career exploration and coaching.
For information:
Email: RIAinfo@outsidein.org
Visit: 1132 SW 13th Ave., Portland, OR, 97205
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