Portland's Lan Su Chinese Garden, situated in the struggling Old Town corridor, faces significant challenges from the pandemic, a growing houseless crisis, and racism.

Executive Director

Portland's Lan Su Chinese Garden, situated in the struggling Old Town corridor, faces significant challenges from the pandemic, a growing houseless crisis, and racism.

Executive Director Katherine Nye discussed these impacts on the garden during an interview on "The Story," which aired September 28, 2021.

Addressing Portland's significant homelessness crisis, the Southwest Hills Residential League (SWHRL) hosted a panel on practical steps forward. The event featured leaders from four volunteer

Addressing Portland's significant homelessness crisis, the Southwest Hills Residential League (SWHRL) hosted a panel on practical steps forward. The event featured leaders from four volunteer organizations dedicated to tackling this challenge.

These groups offer diverse solutions: Alan Evans (Helping Hands/Bybee Lakes Hope Center) supports sustainable life changes; Kiley Yuthas (Transition Projects) aids the move from streets to housing; Laura Golino de Lovato (Northwest Pilot Project) assists low-income seniors; and Toni Wallick (Home Share Oregon) connects homeowners with those needing shelter.

On April 4, 2014, Nan Roman, President and CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, presented a national perspective on

On April 4, 2014, Nan Roman, President and CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, presented a national perspective on homelessness.

She explored the causes and nature of this complex problem, examining emerging evidence-based solutions and their impact on communities. Roman also addressed the feasibility of ending homelessness, considering the necessary knowledge, capacity, and public and political will.

As a leading national voice on homelessness, Roman's organization partners with over 10,000 agencies nationwide.