The Studio Justice Youth Design Forum

is ELSO’s annual design forum for Portland’s youth of color to explore and learn about the often-overlooked history of their neighborhood.

Past themes of the design forum include “Journey to Explore & Restore” and “Bringing Change to the Quarter.”

The design forum aims to center youth of color in the learning and decision-making process of the community’s urban design and infrastructure projects. It is also a chance for them to learn about public investment in physical, mental, and economic empowerment for the community. Our design forum creates the opportunity for Black and Brown youth to learn from experts and share valuable insights on how they envision the future of their city