An upcoming forum will address what's working, what's not, and potential improvements for homelessness by next year. Panelists include Multnomah County Chair-Elect Deborah Kafoury, Portland City

An upcoming forum will address what's working, what's not, and potential improvements for homelessness by next year. Panelists include Multnomah County Chair-Elect Deborah Kafoury, Portland City Commissioner Dan Saltzman, Suzanne Hayden (Citizens Crime Commission), Traci Manning (Portland Bureau of Housing), Matt Morton (Native American Youth and Family Center), and Leo Rhodes (Street Roots). KGW's Reggie Aqui will moderate.

This initiative builds on past efforts, such as Nan Roman's (National Alliance to End Homelessness) April 4th presentation on causes and solutions. A City Club research committee is also studying how Multnomah County's homeless population can benefit from healthcare reforms, with results due in January. The City Club of Portland has dedicated 2014 to finding practical solutions to end local homelessness through research, advocacy, and public forums.

Supriya Verma, founder of The SustainabilityX® Magazine, recently spoke at the UNESCO World Press Freedom Day Conference on "Making Societies & Journalism Sustainable." She shared insights

Supriya Verma, founder of The SustainabilityX® Magazine, recently spoke at the UNESCO World Press Freedom Day Conference on "Making Societies & Journalism Sustainable." She shared insights alongside prominent industry leaders in sustainability and media.

Distinguished speakers included Lars Tallert, initiator of the Sustainable Journalism Partnership and Head of Policy at Fojo Media Institute; Dr. Yemisi Akinbobola, co-founder of African Women in Media and CNN African Journalist Award winner; and Guy Berger, UNESCO Director for Freedom of Expression and Media Development.

An award-winning changemaker, Supriya Verma founded The SustainabilityX® Magazine in 2016 to bridge the environment and economy through dialogue. Her contributions to society have earned her international recognition, including McMaster University's prestigious Alumni Arch Award.