The Marie Equi Center

The Marie Equi Center We strongly believe in your right to accessible and informed health care.

The Marie Equi Center’s mission is to enrich the health of the trans, queer, intersex, and gender expansive community through trauma informed care, cultually specific services, and social justice advocacy. We build our programs around the philosophy and practical application of the theories of cultural and gender affirming health care, Health at Every Size, Racial Justice, Economic Equality, and Non-Violent Communication, with a focus on community advocacy, education, and positive sociocultural change. Healthcare is not as simple as offering a service; we often strategize with patients around navigating complicated barriers to care, and fiercely advocate for them when they are outright neglected and discriminated against within larger health systems. Our main challenges are addressing social determinants of health such as food and housing insecurity, as well as fighting systems of oppression like racism, ableism, and transphobia that cut people off from the care they need. We focus our work around LGBTQI2s folks, People of color, people with significant mental health concerns, houseless folks, people living with addictions, people living with disabilities, and elders.

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02/15/2026

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Join us every Wednesday from 10:30am to 12:30pm for waffles and welcoming vibes at The Marie Equi Center!
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This is a free community offering and subject to availability and coverage.
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Masks required when not actively eating/drinking or outside the kitchen area.
ADA accessible | All-user bathrooms
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02/13/2026

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Full Bloom: Open-Call Drag Show - Tuesday, February 24th | 6–8PM | The Marie Equi Center

Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping into the spotlight for the first time, this free, substance-free event is a space where trans & q***r art is welcomed and celebrated.
Come share your creativity, your energy, and your magic. We can't wait to see what you bring to the stage or what energy you bring to the audience!

Performer Details
Spots are first-come, first-served (subject to organizer discretion). To participate, submit your ONE song by February 17 — no changes allowed after submission!

Location: The Marie Equi Center, 4434 SE 25th Ave, Portland, OR
Accessibility: ADA building, all-user restrooms, masks required unless actively performing.

Sign up now! (QR code or link in bio)
For more info or to donate to our drag closet contact: tibbs-toto@MarieEqui.Center

[Image descriptions pinned in comments.]We’re updating our drop-in service hours!Starting Monday, February 16th, The Mar...
02/12/2026

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We’re updating our drop-in service hours!
Starting Monday, February 16th, The Marie Equi Center will be open:

Monday --- 10AM to 4PM
Tuesday --- 10AM to 4PM
Wednesday --- 10AM to 4PM
Thursday --- 10AM to 4PM
Friday --- Closed

We’re grateful for your continued support. 💛
Questions? Visit www.MarieEqui.Center
or email us at info@marieequi.center

[Image description pinned in comments.]TODAY AT EQUI! Join us for Bodywork for Nervous System Reset on second and fourth...
02/12/2026

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TODAY AT EQUI! Join us for Bodywork for Nervous System Reset on second and fourth Thursdays from 2pm to 3pm at The Marie Equi Center
This is a free, trauma-informed movement and breath class designed to help you feel more grounded and at ease in your body.
Please, use QR or link to RSVP: https://forms.gle/Roi5RWWJ9AwEojXE6

* 2nd & 4th Thursdays
* 2pm to 3pm
* Marie Equi Center
* Free to attend
* Masks required
* All body types and abilities welcome

Move, breathe and release tension with gentle guidance in an affirming space.

[Image description pinned in comments.]Full Bloom: Open-Call Drag Show - Tuesday, February 24th | 6–8PM | The Marie Equi...
02/07/2026

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Full Bloom: Open-Call Drag Show - Tuesday, February 24th | 6–8PM | The Marie Equi Center

Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping into the spotlight for the first time, this free, substance-free event is a space where trans & q***r art is welcomed and celebrated.
Come share your creativity, your energy, and your magic. We can't wait to see what you bring to the stage or what energy you bring to the audience!

Performer Details
Spots are first-come, first-served (subject to organizer discretion). To participate, submit your ONE song by February 17 — no changes allowed after submission!

Location: The Marie Equi Center, 4434 SE 25th Ave, Portland, OR
Accessibility: ADA building, all-user restrooms, masks required unless actively performing.

Sign up now! (QR code or link in bio)
For more info or to donate to our drag closet contact: tibbs-toto@MarieEqui.Center

[Image description pinned in comments.]Join Our Monthly Events at The Marie Equi Center!Looking for connection, support,...
02/04/2026

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Join Our Monthly Events at The Marie Equi Center!
Looking for connection, support, and community? We host a variety of free and low-barrier community events every week, created by and for trans & q***r folks folks in Portland.
Here’s what’s happening each month:

Tuesdays
• Full Bloom: Open-call drag show, 6–8pm (Alternate 4th Tuesdays)

Wednesdays
• SMART Recovery Support Group: 1–2pm

Thursdays
• Q***r Peer Meetup: 10am–12pm (2nd Thursdays)
• Nervous System Reset: 2–3pm (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
• Free Community Ki-Aikido: 5–7:10pm

Fridays
• Free Waffle Fridays: 10am–1pm

Saturdays
• Greater Portland Trans Unity Social: 1–3pm (4th Saturdays)

Sundays
• Pay-What-You-Can Q***r Self-Defense: 11am–1pm (1st Sundays)
• Free Legal Clinic: 2–6pm (Monthly)
• Greater Portland Trans Unity Meeting: 6–8pm (1st & 3rd Sundays)
• Trans Guyz Support Group: 6–8pm (Alternate 3rd Sundays)

All events have masking requirements and are hosted at our ADA-accessible center with all-user restrooms.
4434 SE 25th Ave, Portland, OR
For More Info or One-Off Events, Check Out: www.MarieEqui.Center/events-calendar

Come through and be in community with us!
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[Image description pinned in comments.]Join us for Bodywork for Nervous System Reset on second and fourth Thursdays from...
02/04/2026

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Join us for Bodywork for Nervous System Reset on second and fourth Thursdays from 2pm to 3pm at The Marie Equi Center
This is a free, trauma-informed movement and breath class designed to help you feel more grounded and at ease in your body.
Please, use QR or link to RSVP.

* Thurs, Feb 12 and Feb 26
* 2pm to 3pm
* Marie Equi Center
* Free to attend
* Masks required
* All body types and abilities welcome

Move, breathe and release tension with gentle guidance in an affirming space.

[Image description pinned in comments.]Community Ki-Aikido Cancelled Today!Our free Community Ki-Aikido class is cancell...
01/29/2026

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Community Ki-Aikido Cancelled Today!
Our free Community Ki-Aikido class is cancelled today.
We’re sorry for the short notice and appreciate your understanding.

Classes will resume as usual next week.

For updates on this class and all our upcoming community events, visit:
MarieEqui.Center/events-calendar

Thank you for being part of our community.
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[Image description pinned in comments.]The Marie Equi Center will be closed for 2 hours for a staff training on Monday, ...
01/22/2026

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The Marie Equi Center will be closed for 2 hours for a staff training on Monday, January 26, 2026 from 10am to 12pm.

We’ll resume normal services at 12pm the same day.

Thank you for your understanding and support!

Questions? Visit MarieEqui.Center

[Image description pinned in comments.]Our monthly first Sundays self-defense class with is this weekend!Join us for a ...
01/22/2026

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Our monthly first Sundays self-defense class with is this weekend!

Join us for a q***r-centered, pay-what-you-can self-defense workshop led by instructor Holly Ng.
You'll learn essential safety tools like:
- Risk assessment & safe distance management
- Mental preparation for self-defense
- Survival & escape strategies from common attacks

This workshop is for all bodies and all abilities, and it’s happening Sunday, Feb 1 | 11am–1pm at The Marie Equi Center.
Masks are required, and accessibility is a priority: our space includes all-user restrooms and is ADA accessible.

Sliding scale ($0-$25) — register now with the link in bio!
Let’s keep each other Safe Together. 💜
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[Image description pinned in comments.]In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, The Marie Equi Center will be closed...
01/06/2026

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In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, The Marie Equi Center will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

We’ll resume normal hours on Tuesday, January 20.

Thank you for your understanding and support!

Questions? Visit MarieEqui.Center

[Image description pinned in comments.]Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 6th, come support a local business and a great cause w...
01/05/2026

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Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 6th, come support a local business and a great cause while enjoying superb entertainment, delicious food, and quality beverages!

From 12pm to 10pm at Oakshire Beer Hall, $1 from every pint and 10% of all food sales will be donated to The Marie Equi Center!

Join the Equi team between 6:30pm and 8pm to watch incredible drag performances by ***y_Wankme_ & and to learn more about our services!

Tuesday, January 6th
Oakshire Inspires 12pm-10pm
• $1 from each pint
• 10% of food sales
Equi Drag Takeover 6:30pm-8pm
• Rosita C Bennington
• W***y Wankme
Oakshire Beer Hall
5013 NE 42nd Ave

Start 2026 off with community, entertainment, and joy!

Address

4434 SE 25th Avenue
Portland, OR
97211

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 10am - 2pm

Website

http://www.marieequi.center/

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