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Amani Center

Amani Center - Giving Abused Children a Voice...one child at a time. The Amani Center is dedicated to an organizational culture of inclusivity. Box 1001
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CIVIL RIGHTS AND NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Amani Center operates its program, services and activities in compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws. No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency), disability, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or

be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any of our programs. Civil rights, equality and justice are central to the efforts of our organization. TO FILE A COMPLAINT:
Office of Civil Rights: To file a complaint of discrimination, write to:
Office for Civil Rights - Office of Justice Programs - U.S. Department of Justice (OCR)
810 7th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20531
Or call 202-307-0690 (Voice) or 202-307-2027 (TDD/TTY). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may also contact OCR through the Federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339 (TTY), 877-877-8982 (Speech) or 800-845-6136 (Spanish)

Amani Center: To file a complaint of discrimination with this organization, write to:
Amani Center
P.O. Helens, OR 97051
Or call 503-366-4005

For complaints against employees, you may email Cassy Miller, Executive Director at [email protected]

Oregon DOJ CVSSD: To file a complaint of discrimination with Oregon Department of Justice, Crime Victim and Survivor Services Division, write to:
Oregon Department of Justice, Crime Victim and Survivor Services Division
Attn: Shannon Sivell, Complaint Coordinator
1162 Court Street NE
Salem, OR 97301
Or call 503-378-5348 or email: [email protected]

06/19/2026

Sextortion (s*xual extortion) is a serious crime that occurs when someone threatens to distribute your private and sensitive material if you don’t provide them with images of a s*xual nature, favors, or money. The staggering rise of s*xtortion scams targeting children and teens in recent years has been growing all over the country, but it can be fought with education and open communication between parents and kids. Use this guide to talk with your kids about s*xtortion:

https://www.missingkids.org/blog/2021/s*xtortion-what-parents-should-know?fbclid=IwY2xjawR63vVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVcldWRkhudGdHMFV2ZnRZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhOi3szkQNicQcCCXszi7eC_OAitDqdg-tvLJC2yUW0HgETn74hIjjDvikqI_aem_5JkIEKGI5drbjl0lEXJJAQ

06/18/2026

Seeing explicit content of yourself online is scary, especially for tweens and teens, but help is available. Take It Down is a service that can assist in removing explicit online images or videos depicting anyone under the age of 18. Learn more about Take It Down here: https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/

06/17/2026

Helping children understand that they have the right to say “no” to unwanted physical contact is an important, but sometimes difficult job. But even if it is challenging to navigate, setting boundaries around touch is essential to keeping kids safe. Informing extended family members and other adults in your child’s life about body boundary skills they are working on will help them to learn, and watching you lead by example to model consent can reinforce these skills for your child. Use this guide to inform your children and adults in their life about physical boundaries:https://www.missingkids.org/content/dam/kidsmartz/pdfs/KidSmartz_Setting_Physical_Boundaries.pdf

06/16/2026

The Lower Columbia Q Center hosts a monthly Family Story Time welcoming LGBTQIA+ families to a morning of stories, snacks, sing-alongs and play. This group meets the 3rd Sunday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Visit the Lower Columbia Q Center’s events page for details: https://lcqcpride.org/current-social-programs

06/13/2026

Our 3rd annual Teddy Bear Picnic is back again this summer! Kids ages 3-10 are invited to join us for a picnic during the Columbia County Fair & Rodeo. Register for the picnic on Thursday, July 16th at 10:00 a.m. at the Fairgrounds Gazebo for a free lunch, craft, and activity taking place later that day at the Pavilion Stage at 11:30 a.m. Families are invited to stay after the conclusion of the picnic for children's story time. Thank you to our generous sponsor of the Teddy Bear Picnic, Wauna Credit Union!

06/12/2026

Summer vacation often means more screen time for kids – especially if they’re gamers. Being involved in your child’s gaming experience is crucial to keeping them safe. You can help your child to have a safe summer by:

- Establishing rules on what children are allowed and not allowed to share about themselves online
- Setting strong privacy settings and passwords
- Knowing your child’s online gaming friends
- Discussing warning signs of concerning behavior
- Reviewing online safety rules often with your child

For additional tips on gaming safety and discussion guides for parents and kids, visit: https://ncmec.org/netsmartz/gaming

06/11/2026

It’s never too soon to talk with your child about how to stay safe online. Having frequent, open conversations about online safety can help build trust so that your child knows they can come to you if something makes them feel uncomfortable or upset. To get the conversation started, use this resource guide from NetSmartz: https://www.missingkids.org/netsmartz/home

06/10/2026

Don't miss the next Cafe con Padres community parent's group meeting tomorrow night, Wednesday, June 10th at 5:30 p.m. at the St. Helens Community Center, 2625 Gable Rd., St. Helens, OR 97051. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal and connect with your friends and neighbors at this fun family night created to support local parents, led by Rosa Gonzalez. This meeting is held in Spanish. Contact Rosa with any questions at [email protected].

El Centro Amani Presenta: Cafe con Padres. Cada segundo Miercoles del mes, 5:30-8:00 p.m., Community Center, 2625 Gable Rd., St. Helens, OR 97051. Acompañanos a pasar una tarde en comunidad. Habra cena, charla y diversion. Ven a reconectar con tus vecinos o conocer a nuevos. Te esperamos, no faltes. Niños son bienvenidos. Para mas informacion contactar a Rosa Gonzalez a [email protected].

06/09/2026

Founded in 1973, PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Le****ns and G**s) is the first and largest nationwide organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. Our local PFLAG Lower Columbia chapter has been serving the community for over 20 years. To learn more about the work that they do and resources they offer, visit their website: https://pflaglc.org/about/

06/06/2026

Invite your friends out for some summer fun and join us at Crooked Creek Brewery on Thursday, July 2nd from 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. for Pints for Nonprofits. Crooked Creek will donate $2.00 to the Amani Center for every beer sold throughout the day, including pints, to‑go crowlers, and “buy a friend a beer” cards. Bring your whole family to this kid‑friendly (until 9:00 p.m.) and dog‑friendly event, and enjoy delicious food, a variety of beers on tap, and nonalcoholic refreshments, all in support of a great cause.

Funds raised at Pints for Nonprofits will support children in Columbia County impacted by abuse, neglect, and victimization. Amani Center services are always free to children and families who visit the Center, and your support helps ensure that victims of child maltreatment have their voices heard in a safe and caring environment. Thank you to the entire team at Crooked Creek for supporting the Amani Center mission. 💙

Address

PO Box 1001, 1621 Columbia Boulevard
Saint Helens, OR
97051

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+15033664005

Website

http://amanicenter.org/

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