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Who We Are
The Portland Community College Women’s Resource Centers envision a community where student voices, especially those historically silenced, are empowered to speak boldly and authentically. We are dedicated to serving women and individuals with lived experiences of gender oppression by fostering trust, safety, and connection. Our centers provide a welcoming space for students to relax, connect, and access resources, as well as engage in student-driven programming. We are committed to advocating for students at the college level and ensuring every student feels supported, valued, and equipped to navigate their journey, even in challenging times.
Campus WRCs
Visit your campus WRC page to find out more about hours, contact information, and what’s available on your campus!
What We Offer
- Personalized Student Support – One-on-one help with entering, staying enrolled in, or returning to college, including navigating resources, setting goals, and finding community.
- Confidential Advocacy – Trained advocates provide confidential support to students affected by sexual or relationship violence, harassment, or stalking.
- Workshops & Events – Programming focused on student success and social/gender justice, including topics like stress relief, healthy relationships, and safer sex.
- Community & Connection – A welcoming space for students of all genders to connect, rest, and build relationships with peers and staff.
- Free Supplies – Access to menstrual products, safer sex supplies, coffee/tea, and a student-parent-friendly environment.
WRC Partners
school Transiciones Oeste, a free college credit academic success program offered fully in Spanish.
lightbulb The Illumination Project, a nationally lauded student leadership and social justice theater program.
hand holding hand Hope Services (formerly the Outreach and Advocacy Project) supports students affected by relationship and/or sexual violence, harassment, or stalking.
WRC Coordinators have extensive training and experience working with survivors of gender-based violence. Students at each campus have access to trained, certified Confidential Advocates who are available to support students affected by relationship and/or sexual violence, harassment, or stalking.
Disclaimer: Portland Community College (PCC) prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity or operation of the College. Our Centers do not exclude students based on any protected category. Any students currently enrolled at PCC are welcome to benefit from our programs and services.