Kim addresses African American History in Oregon on Talking Tigard Podcast

History of African-Americans in Oregon

Kimberly Moreland, who serves as a long-standing member and former director of the Oregon Black Pioneers and author of African Americans of Portland. Kim shared insight on how Oregon black exclusionary law and abolitionist left a mark on the city of Tigard, and the racial equity work that’s being done there. You will hear about some of Kimberly’s New Years’ resolutions, how she’s utilized her time creatively during the COVID pandemic and a peek into her future projects.