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Category: Kay’s Korner

Is There Hope for Portland?

Posted on: March 2, 2023 Last updated on: March 2, 2023 Written by: Kelly Hartley
Kay Toran was recently interviewed for The Jewish Review about the houselessness, mental illness, substance abuse, and rising crime in Portland. Read the full article on page 11.
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Kay’s Korner Spring 2022

Posted on: June 14, 2022 Last updated on: June 14, 2022 Written by: Kelly Hartley
Happy spring to each of you! It has been a long two years, but slowly we are beginning to put the pandemic behind us. As we all approach (hopefully) the end, we know the importance of still embracing safe practices…
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Start By Listening

Posted on: March 25, 2022 Last updated on: June 14, 2022 Written by: Kelly Hartley
“Compassion, concern, and commitment to others are what motivate me even today and how I choose to lead at Volunteers of America Oregon.” Hear from our President/CEO Kay Toran in her latest article in the Portland Business Journal, “We can change the…
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Posted on: February 10, 2022 Last updated on: June 14, 2022 Written by: Kelly Hartley
At VOA Oregon we continue our journey to not only provide services that are culturally responsive but to also build a culture that is inclusive and provides opportunities for our staff and those looking to join our team. In a…
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HR, DE&I, and the CEO

Posted on: December 14, 2020 Last updated on: June 14, 2022 Written by: Kelly Hartley
In addition to her passion for VOA’s mission, Kay Toran, president and CEO, is passionate about creating diversity-rich workplace cultures. Read this Q&A with Kay Toran about DE&I.
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