We are looking forward to seeing you at the 2025 NW Equity Summit! Find a list of frequently asked questions below:
Where can I park?
Onsite parking is provided in the Oregon Convention Center’s (OCC) underground garage. You may enter the garage through either the NE Lloyd Blvd (P1) or NE First Avenue (P2) entrances. Clearance on the P1 Level is 7 feet; clearance on the P2 Level is 9 feet. There are a total of 800 spaces.
Standard Daily Parking Rate:
- Up to 18 hours: $15 (no in and out privileges)
- The garage opens daily at 6:00 am. Overnight parking is prohibited.
- Please allow for ample time to park. The garage can reach capacity on days with busy event schedules and area traffic may impact your arrival and departure times.
- The Oregon Convention Center does not guarantee parking availability. Availability is on a first-come, first served basis.
- The OCC only accept credit/debit cards and touchless payment methods.
Parking accommodations for people with health conditions or impairments
- Both levels of the OCC parking garage provide accessible spaces within easy access of elevators. There are 10 accessible spaces on Parking Level 1 (P1) and 11 accessible spaces on Parking Level 2 (P2). Parking Level 2 (P2) offers accessible areas with a 9-foot ceiling clearance to accommodate adapted vehicles.
- Accessible parking is available on a first-come, first served basis. Click here for more accessibility information.
Street parking and drop-off/pick-up zones
- There are 566 metered parking spaces within three blocks of the OCC.
- Short term drop-off/pick-up zones are available adjacent to the convention center on NE Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Boulevard and on NE Holladay Street.
- All drop-off and loading zones are located on an accessible route to an accessible building entrance, and have adequate vertical and horizontal clearance. Not all zones have an unobstructed aisle next to the vehicle pull-up space. There is a public-use sidewalk, which may be obstructed by pedestrians and attendees.
Additional area parking
- There are several privately operated parking garages/lots in the area surrounding the convention center. Please be aware that some locations may not be open at certain times and availability is based upon demand.
- Note: Some privately owned lots around the OCC promote “convention center parking” but these are not operated by the Oregon Convention Center.
Is there public transportation?
Portland’s TriMet MAX light rail stops 300 times a day at the OCC front door, connecting riders to downtown, surrounding neighborhoods, the Oregon Zoo, and the Portland International Airport.
Portland Streetcar’s Central Loop stops at our MLK Lobby entrance every 15 minutes.
TriMet’s Bus Line No. 6 also stops at the MLK Lobby entrance and provides access to downtown stops and outlying areas.
Commercial ride services Portland is served by many excellent taxi, shuttle, car rental, and on-street carsharing and ridesharing services. Please search online for your preferred option.
What’s included in my registration?
- Event Access – Admission to all main sessions, activities, and networking opportunities.
- Food & Beverages – Coffee, lunch, and drinks during the event.
- Swag & Materials – Event-branded items, programs, and digital resources.
- Exclusive Content – Access to speaker presentations and workshops.
What is the dress code?
The dress code is business casual; and we invite you to choose attire that feels both professional and authentic to you.
Will food be provided?
Coffee and tea will be provided in the morning. Lunch will be provided at 11:05 a.m. Vegan, gluten-free, and vegetarian options will be available.
Can I volunteer for the event?
Volunteer registration is now closed for the event.
When is the event schedule available?
You can view the event agenda here.
Will there be networking opportunities?
- There will be breaks in between sessions where you can network.
- Lunch will also be an available time to network.
- Log in to our Summit app, Whova, for the opportunity to connect online.
If I can’t attend, can I transfer my registration?
Yes, please email hello@partnersindiversity.org to transfer your registration.
Can I attend virtually? / Will the conference sessions be recorded?
No, the event will not be available virtually.
Will you accept walk-ins to the event?
No. To provide the best experience to our attendees, we will not be accepting walk-ins.
Accessibility & mobility issues
Partners in Diversity is committed to building a thriving, diverse, and welcoming community in which all people can work, live, and belong. This year, we are partnering with Relay Resources to create an inclusive and accessible space.
Relay Resources is a social enterprise nonprofit and the leading disability inclusion partner in the Pacific Northwest. With a mission to transform workplaces and communities through disability inclusion, Relay Resources works closely with organizations to implement ADA accommodations and provide guidance to support all attendees. Learn more about their work here.
Accessibility Features
- ASL Interpreters & Screen Captioning
- Wheelchair Reserved Seating
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Sensory Relief Break Rooms
- Sensory Bags
- Sunflower Lanyards to self-identify non-apparent disabilities
- Accessibility Table and Staff at Registration
If you need accommodations that are not listed, or have any questions, please email Accessibility@RelayResources.org with subject “NW Equity Summit Request” and our team will get in touch with you.
Who can I contact for more information?
You can contact hello@partnersindiversity.org for more information.
