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Incorporated in 1932, Oregon Farm Bureau (OFB) is a voluntary, nonprofit agricultural organization representing the interests of the state s farmers and ranchers in the public and policymaking arenas. It promotes educational improvement, economic opportunity and social advancement for its members, as well as the farming, ranching and natural resources industry. Some of the programs that the bureau organizes are Oregon Century Farm & Century Ranch Program, employer education, legal advocacy, women s advisory council and the Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) program. Oregon Farm Bureau has over 54,000 members with about 8,900 in agriculture. The organization is a part of the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), a member-funded and politically independent federation of nearly 3,000 county farm bureaus throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.

ShelterCare is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate housing and behavioral health services to individuals and families in need of a safe and stable home. With a vision of inspiring all to achieve their highest level of independence and resilience, the organization celebrates diversity and honors all individuals in the community. Through various programs and initiatives, ShelterCare aims to empower participants by offering support in housing and mental health, fostering a sense of belonging and security. Their commitment to service is reflected in their mission to facilitate lasting change for those they serve. Generated from the website

"I believe that all people with disabilities are members of a global family. Working together across borders is our most powerful way of effecting changes." -Susan Sygall, CEO, Mobility International USA, Recipient, MacArthur FellowshipMobility International USA is a 501 ( c ) 3 non-profit organization that was co-founded in 1981 1981 by Susan Sygall and Barbara Williams. MIUSA works in four main areas to provide programs and services including:Mobility International USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The organization is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Learn more on our Employment and Internship Opportunities page.Since 1995, MIUSA has served as the National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange ( NCDE ), a project sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State and managed by MIUSA to: educate people with disabilities and related organizations about international exchange opportunities; increase the participation of people with disabilities in the full range of international volunteer, study, work and research programs; advise international exchange organizations about the Americans with Disabilities Act; and facilitate partnerships between people with disabilities, disability-related organizations and international exchange organizations.NCDE provides conference presentations, collaborative initiatives, publications and resources, and information and referrals to disability and international exchange professionals, and students, volunteers and individuals with disabilities interested in international exchange opportunities. For information on other international exchange opportunities, browse resources offered through our Web site or if you cannot find what you are looking for ask us for information. E-mail: clearinghouse miusa.org.MIUSA International Exchange ProgramsMIUSA's international exchange programs last from 2-4 weeks and are held throughout the year in the US and abroad. MIUSA has worked with people with and without disabilities from more than 100 countries. Activities include living with homestay families, leadership seminars, disability rights workshops, cross-cultural learning, and teambuilding activities such as river rafting and challenge courses. Participants develop strategies for making changes, both within themselves and in their communities. Focused programs have been developed for youth, young adults, parents, professionals and women. E-mail exchange miusa.org.Committed to infusing the disability perspective into international development issues, MIUSA collaborates with international agencies to ensure that people with disabilities participate fully and equally at all levels of the development process: as beneficiaries, volunteers, trainers, field staff, administrators and policy makers. Using world-renowned consultants, MIUSA provides technical assistance to governmental and nongovernmental organizations ( NGOs ) working toward inclusive policy and programming. MIUSA offers organization assessments, staff training, gender planning, networking lists of disability-led NGOs and conference presentations. MIUSA is a member of InterAction, a coalition of over 160 US relief, development and refugee agencies. E-mail: development miusa.orgMIUSA works for empowerment, equal opportunities and human rights for women and girls with disabilities around the world. MIUSA's Loud, Proud & Passionate! projects focus on infusing the perspectives of women with disabilities into international women's movements and development agendas. Loud, Proud & Passionate is one important step toward creating op