Gabriela Portland is a member organization of GABRIELA USA, the first overseas chapter of GABRIELA Philippines and
is in alliance with BAYAN USA (Bagong Alyansang Makabayan) to advance the National Democratic Movement of the Philippines.
We believe that our contribution to the liberation of all oppressed people including women around the world is
to advance the Militant Women's Movement in the Philippines.
is in alliance with BAYAN USA (Bagong Alyansang Makabayan) to advance the National Democratic Movement of the Philippines.
We believe that our contribution to the liberation of all oppressed people including women around the world is
to advance the Militant Women's Movement in the Philippines.
FAQ
Who is Gabriela?
GABRIELA is named in honor of Gabriela Silang, the first Filipino woman to lead a revolt against the Spanish colonization of the Philippines in the mid-1700s. Her name has since then become synonymous to describing any strong Filipina fighting against injustice and oppression. It is also an acronym for the national progressive women’s alliance in the Philippines of which GABRIELA Portland is a member: General Assembly Binding Women for Reforms, Integrity, Equality, Leadership, and Action (GABRIELA).
What is the ND Movement?
The National Democratic Movement of the Philippines (NDM) is a principled liberation movement which fights against imperialism, feudalism, and bureaucratic capitalism. Having a “national democracy” in the Philippines means that the ultimate goal is to have the interests of the Filipino majority represented in government, and that this population has equal say in all matters affecting their livelihood. The NDM of the Philippines is millions strong, and GABRIELA Portland works to create initiatives in the U.S. to ensure our programs and campaigns reflect the values and causes of the National Democratic Movement.
I'm not Filipina or Filipino, How can I get involved?
We have events and programs that are open to the wider Portland community.
If you would like to be a part of an organization and organize with the National Democratic (ND) Movement,
there are more ND organizations available in our area:
Portland Committee for Human Rights in the Philippines: Human rights and Solidarity focus
Anakbayan Portland: Youth and Students focus
People Organizing for Philippine Solidarity (POPS): Solidarity and Allies focus
I'm Filipina, How can I learn more and/or get involved?
We open our membership to Pinays living in the greater Portland area who are women of Philippine descent, including those who are migrants, immigrants, and US born. We recognize Pinays of mixed heritage and adoptees.
Our monthly general meetings are open to observation before you commit to membership.
See our Events page for our upcoming events/programs to participate in our community work.
Contact us on our Contact page and schedule a sit-down or orientation!
If you are ready to join, fill out a membership form (available on the Contact Page) and we will follow up with you!
GABRIELA is named in honor of Gabriela Silang, the first Filipino woman to lead a revolt against the Spanish colonization of the Philippines in the mid-1700s. Her name has since then become synonymous to describing any strong Filipina fighting against injustice and oppression. It is also an acronym for the national progressive women’s alliance in the Philippines of which GABRIELA Portland is a member: General Assembly Binding Women for Reforms, Integrity, Equality, Leadership, and Action (GABRIELA).
What is the ND Movement?
The National Democratic Movement of the Philippines (NDM) is a principled liberation movement which fights against imperialism, feudalism, and bureaucratic capitalism. Having a “national democracy” in the Philippines means that the ultimate goal is to have the interests of the Filipino majority represented in government, and that this population has equal say in all matters affecting their livelihood. The NDM of the Philippines is millions strong, and GABRIELA Portland works to create initiatives in the U.S. to ensure our programs and campaigns reflect the values and causes of the National Democratic Movement.
I'm not Filipina or Filipino, How can I get involved?
We have events and programs that are open to the wider Portland community.
If you would like to be a part of an organization and organize with the National Democratic (ND) Movement,
there are more ND organizations available in our area:
Portland Committee for Human Rights in the Philippines: Human rights and Solidarity focus
Anakbayan Portland: Youth and Students focus
People Organizing for Philippine Solidarity (POPS): Solidarity and Allies focus
I'm Filipina, How can I learn more and/or get involved?
We open our membership to Pinays living in the greater Portland area who are women of Philippine descent, including those who are migrants, immigrants, and US born. We recognize Pinays of mixed heritage and adoptees.
Our monthly general meetings are open to observation before you commit to membership.
See our Events page for our upcoming events/programs to participate in our community work.
Contact us on our Contact page and schedule a sit-down or orientation!
If you are ready to join, fill out a membership form (available on the Contact Page) and we will follow up with you!