At Adelante Mujeres, we know that when small farmers thrive, our entire community grows stronger. This past year, we were honored to stand alongside Friends of Family Farmers (FoFF) as a community partner in the Capital Assistance for Local Farmers (CALF) Project. This was a two-year effort to better understand and address the barriers facing Oregon’s smallest and most diversified producers. 

At Adelante Mujeres, our staff members show up with corazón, offering compassion, skill, and unwavering commitment to our community. Yet the work of supporting families navigating systemic barriers is emotionally and physically demanding. Burnout is real, and the risks are high.

The 2026 Oregon legislative short session begins on February 2, 2026. This focused period of 35 days is when elected leaders come together to advance targeted legislation and make key budget decisions that affect our everyday lives. This year, our elected officials will address urgent budget adjustments, revenue shortfalls, transportation, housing, and potential impacts of federal policy. It is a powerful moment for community voices, when public input can directly influence decisions and help shape a more just and resilient future for our state. 

We are honored to share that Adelante Mujeres has been selected as one of the Portland Business Journal’s 2026 Nonprofit Partners. This year-long partnership is a powerful recognition of the work we do to advance dignity, opportunity, and justice for immigrant and Latina women and their families in Washington County. 

We refreshed the Adelante Mujeres brand! We have grown and evolved over the years, and this refresh signals growth and adaptation to better represent our services, goals, and strategic changes. This brand color refresh keeps our identity fresh and relevant without losing brand recognition. 

Our fabulous Child Nutrition Team, Lidia, Esthela, Hilda, and Francia, is now part of our Education Programs, working in collaboration with Early Childhood Education. Bravo!!!!! 

We listened to the needs of the community and are growing our legal services at Adelante Mujeres. We recently added a notary to our Leadership & Advocacy team to assist with family plans and other immigration documents and forms. 

Across our community, immigration enforcement activities are creating fear, uncertainty, and real disruptions to daily life. At Adelante Mujeres, we believe no family should face this alone. During this time of violence and turmoil, we continue to show up with compassion by offering trusted support, clear information, and a steady presence when it matters most.