AFRICAN REFUGEE IMMIGRANT ORGANIZATION

WE ARE HIRING!
Looking for a new CAREER opportunity? We are hiring for three positions (Peer Support Specialist, Community Health Worker, and a Youth & Family Advocate) and would love to hear from you if you are interested and want to have an impact in the community.

Please head over to our CAREERS page for more information and how to apply.

CURRENT & UPCOMING EVENTS

Free Food Market
14Sep

Free Food Market

  •  09/14/2024 13:00 - 09/14/2024 16:00
  •   740 Southeast 106th Avenue, Portland, OR, USA

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Annual End of Summer BBQ
08Sep

Annual End of Summer BBQ

  •  09/08/2024 11:00 - 09/08/2024 16:00
  •   21224 NE Marine Dr, Fairview, OR, USA

Blue Lake Regional Park. Please contact our staff for precise location.

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YSRP - Group Reading (Session 2)
17Aug

YSRP - Group Reading (Session 2)

  •  08/17/2024 14:00 - 08/18/2024 16:00
  •   5810 Northeast 72nd Avenue, Portland, OR, USA

Please BE ON TIME and remember to bring your book and vocabulary checklist. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

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Open Gym
17Aug

Open Gym

  •  08/17/2024 12:00 - 08/17/2024 16:00
  •   740 Southeast 106th Avenue, Portland, OR, USA

Join us for an afternoon of indoor fun activities. Basketball, kickball, volleyball, dodgeball, board games, and more. Please be on time and wear appropriate shoes.

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Youth Summer Reading Program
10Aug

Youth Summer Reading Program

  •  08/10/2024 14:00 - 08/10/2024 16:00
  •   5810 Northeast 72nd Avenue, Portland, OR, USA

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.

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Free Food Market
10Aug

Free Food Market

  •  08/10/2024 13:00 - 08/10/2024 16:00
  •   740 Southeast 106th Avenue, Portland, OR, USA

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School Supplies Giveaway
03Aug

School Supplies Giveaway

  •  08/03/2024 09:00 - 08/03/2024 16:00

This is an event occurring at 2 locations on the same day. Please refer to the flyer posted on the website and our Instagram/ Facebook pages to find the location nearest to you. Please note that supplies giveaway at both locations start at different times.

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Tobacco & Substance Abuse Prevention Workshop
21Jul

Tobacco & Substance Abuse Prevention Workshop

  •  07/21/2024 13:00 - 07/21/2024 16:00
  •   12375 Southwest 5th Street, Beaverton, OR, USA

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Beach Field Trip
20Jul

Beach Field Trip

  •  07/20/2024 10:00
  •   7535 Northeast Glisan Street, Portland, OR, USA

Join us for a day field trip at Canon Beach. Enjoy games, food, playing in the sound and more activities. Please remember to BE ON TIME at ARIO Office and when at the beach, to STAY WITH YOUR ASSIGNED GROUP. Reminders will be shared on our Instagram page.

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Free Food Market
13Jul

Free Food Market

  •  07/13/2024 13:00 - 07/13/2024 16:00
  •   740 Southeast 106th Avenue, Portland, OR, USA

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Youth Retreat - Day 1
08Jul

Youth Retreat - Day 1

  •  07/08/2024 09:00 - 07/08/2024 16:00
  •   5810 Northeast 72nd Avenue, Portland, OR, USA

Reminder—everyone is to meet at ARIO office at 9am for attendance, group check in, and to go over rules and guidelines. Please be on time and remember to be respectful of staff and volunteers. Thank you.

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Tobacco & Substance Use Prevention Workshop
06Jul

Tobacco & Substance Use Prevention Workshop

  •  07/06/2024 12:00 - 07/06/2024 16:00
  •   10220 Southeast Causey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR, USA

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Multnomah Falls Hiking Trip
06Jul

Multnomah Falls Hiking Trip

  •  07/06/2024 09:00 - 07/06/2024 16:00
  •   Multnomah Falls

Please remember to bring appropriate walking tennis shoes as well as walking gear. This event involves a lot of walking and climbing. Due to the weather, we are asking that all attendees stay hydrated and close to assigned group leaders. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

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Eid Al-Adha Festival
22Jun

Eid Al-Adha Festival

  •  06/22/2024 12:00 - 06/22/2024 16:00
  •   2135 Southwest 187th Avenue, Beaverton, OR, USA

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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
"The greatness of a community is accuraretly measured by the compassionate actions of its members."

- Coretta Scott King

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
 
 

get involved

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