AFRICAN REFUGEE IMMIGRANT ORGANIZATION

HELP US REACH OUR GOAL!
HELP US REACH OUR GOAL OF PREPARING OUR YOUTH FOR THIS COMING SCHOOL YEAR. SO FAR, WE HAVE COMPILED 170 BACKPACKS & SUPPLIES AND NEED YOUR HELP FOR THE REMAINING 30. 

PLEASE REFER TO THE FLYER TO THE RIGHT AND CHOOSE WHICH OPTION IS BEST FOR YOU.
Youth Summer Reading Program 8/10 to 8/31
More information below
Youth Summer Reading Progam
ARIO and DMCM are running a month-long youth summer reading program in August. This is a group reading session that involves other activities. There is a $50 gift car for those that participate and engage with the activities and another $50 bonus for those that complete a reflection/summary at the end of the program. 

Please SCAN the QR code to register. There is a limit capacity for this program and only the first 20 registered youth will be enrolled. Thank you!

CURRENT & UPCOMING EVENTS

This is session 1 of our Youth Summer Reading Program. All materials will be provided as well as snacks and beverages. Further updates will be announced soon.Read More

  • Date: 08/10/2024 14:00 - 08/10/2024 16:00
  • Location: 5810 Northeast 72nd Avenue, Portland, OR, USA (Map)
  • More Info: Cully Park

Past Events

TitleDateLocation
Tobacco & Substance Abuse Prevention Workshop 21 Jul 202412375 Southwest 5th Street, Beaverton, OR, USA
Beach Field Trip 20 Jul 20247535 Northeast Glisan Street, Portland, OR, USA
Free Food Market 13 Jul 2024740 Southeast 106th Avenue, Portland, OR, USA
Youth Retreat - Day 1 08 Jul 20245810 Northeast 72nd Avenue, Portland, OR, USA
Tobacco & Substance Use Prevention Workshop 06 Jul 202410220 Southeast Causey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR, USA
Multnomah Falls Hiking Trip 06 Jul 2024Multnomah Falls
Eid Al-Adha Festival 22 Jun 20242135 Southwest 187th Avenue, Beaverton, OR, USA

working to empower african refugee/immigrant youth and families to be at their fullest potential.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WORK WE DO

We are constantly reminded that "It takes a village" to both raise a child and take care of a village as well. ARIO strives to be that village and source of foundation for the collective refugees and immigrants in our community.

Our Story

ARIO began as a community-led organization by young first-generation refugees who sought resources, improvement and success for their collective community.

Our Team

We could not achieve the work we continue to do without or amazing staff, community volunteers and board of directors.

Quote of the Month
"Do not judge me by my ​success. ​Judge ​me ​by how many ​times I fell and got back up again."

- Nelson Mandela

Refugees Served

Volunteers

Community Events Held

Volunteer Hours

Testimonials

 

ARIO has stepped up and supported my family in a pivotal way. During one of our greatest struggles and financial burdens, along with having to provide for our children, ARIO eased my stress by providing resources and assistance that I and my family are tremendously grateful for.

Fatima Abukar
Housing and Utility Services Department
 

I have been volunteering for ARIO for a little over a year now and absolutely love being part of their work. Thei team of staff is exceptional in organizing events and ensuring that volunteers have everything they need to assist clients and community members. From FREE FOOD FOR ALL to other community events, I enjoy volunteering for ARIO and hope to continue this wonderful partnership.

Jennifer Kirkland
Volunteer
 

Upon my arrival to the United States, I had no assistance and no clue as to what to do. My family needed food and clothes and I need employment to ensure that we can keep our apartment. My wife cannot work and takes care of our children. ARIO has helped me find employment as well as assisted in applying for healthcare coverage my entire family. To this day, I continue to rely on ARIO and the amazing work they do.

Mamadou Kiamini
Employment and Training Services
 

Partnering with ARIO has been an amazing experience and opportunity for our entire. Their work and dedication to providing for and improving our communities is exceptional. We're glad to have partnered up with ARIO and having a front row seat to the work they do.

DMCM Team
Multipurpose Community Partner
 
 

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Volunteer

ARIO's work is at the center of community empowerment and improvement. With our various programs for families and youth, we are always for volunteers to contribute to the work we are doing. If you are available, please reach out to us.

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Donate

Your generous support makes it possible for us to continue running our programs and ensure that we provide quality and culturally specific services to our communities.

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Come To Our Events

ARIO hosts various events throughout the year, ranging from specific to both cultural and seasonal events. Check our events calendar for our upcoming activities and come celebrate with us.

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  • 7535 Northeast Glisan Street, Portland, OR, USA