People & Culture

The People & Culture team at Friends of the Children - Portland is responsible for fostering a positive organizational environment that aligns with the company's mission to break the cycle of generational poverty. This team handles talent acquisition, employee engagement, professional development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Their goal is to ensure that the staff, especially the professional mentors known as Friends, are supported, well-trained, and aligned with the organization's core values, thereby maximizing the impact on the children they serve.