Programming Overview

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At the Community Services Network, we bring people together! Whether you join us in person or online, our programs make it easy to connect, share, and grow with the social service community across greater Portland—including Multnomah and Washington Counties.

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    CSN Bridge

    Linking providers and community members to resources and support.

    CSN bridges gaps by connecting providers and community members to critical resources, information, and direct assistance.

    o Resource Fairs

    o Bi-Weekly Resource Emails

    o Warm Hand Offs

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    CSN Connect

    Creating spaces for connection, collaboration, and shared learning.

    CSN brings providers together to build relationships, share knowledge, and strengthen collaboration across the social service sector.

    o Networking Events

    o Quarterly Meetups

    o Nonprofit Connect

    o Monthly Learning Sessions (MLS)

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    CSN Thrive

    Strengthening the workforce so providers can thrive and our community can too.

    CSN offers trainings and education to build skills, expand knowledge and equip providers with the tools they need.

    o Skill-Building Workshops (project management, effective outreach, risk management, Excel basics, and more)

    o Culturally Specific Training

    o Education 101s (OHP, Reentry, Health Systems, Behavioral Health, Immigrant & Refugee Process)

    o CSN Fair in a Van (currently piloting)

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