Media Mentions: UTOPIA PDX in Focus

The Collins Foundation: 2023 Annual Report

Thank you to partners at The Collins Foundation for highlighting the work we do at UTOPIA PDX and for showcasing QTPIs in your 2023 Annual Report.

DISABILITY JOY JREP GRANTEE SPOTLIGHT - NW HEALTH FOUNDATION

Thank you to our friends and funders at Northwest Health Foundation for the grantee spotlight! We are so eager to center disability justice throughout our programs.

NWHF Blog Post

HOW PACIFIC ISLANDERS HAVE BEEN LEFT TO FEND FOR THEMSELVES IN THE PANDEMIC

Read this in-depth article with personal insight and experiences from former Co-Founder, Manumalo Ala’ilima, on how Pacific Islanders are more at-risk during the pandemic.

Vox Article

PACIFIC ISLANDERS HAVE HIGHER COVID-19 RATES THAN ANY OTHER RACE IN OREGON

A report from OregonLive reveals that Pacific Islanders in Oregon experienced the highest rates of COVID-19 infection compared to any other racial group. The disproportionate impact is attributed to various factors, including higher rates of underlying health conditions, multigenerational housing, and essential work roles that prevent remote work. This community faced significant challenges, emphasizing the need for targeted public health interventions and support. The report highlights the critical importance of addressing these disparities to ensure equitable healthcare outcomes.

Oregonian Report