Don’t Shoot Portland

Don't Shoot Portland operates at the intersection of legal advocacy and cultural programming in the Pacific Northwest, with offices in Portland and Sacramento. The organization partners with the Oregon Justice Resource Center to analyze domestic extremism cases and provide public education on federal legal frameworks. Their legal initiatives focus on prosecuting ideologically-motivated violence while developing community-based prevention strategies. The group maintains an active exhibition program at venues including Blackfish Gallery, showcasing work by artists of color from Oregon and Northern California. Their cultural programming encompasses rotating art shows, educational workshops, and community gatherings that examine social justice themes through creative expression. These events serve as platforms for regional artists while advancing public dialogue on systemic inequities. The organization's work spans three core areas: legal analysis of extremist activities, support for artists from marginalized communities, and public education on civil rights issues. Their resource sharing includes federal case documentation, exhibition opportunities for emerging artists, and training materials on community advocacy. This integrated model connects policy expertise with cultural programming across Portland and Sacramento's activist networks.