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Amplify Portland

Join us for Amplify Portland (formerly the Dining Out for Life Conference) for a unique opportunity to connect with peers from HIV Community-Based Organizations, LGBTQ+ Centers, and industry professionals serving the HIV community across the United States and Canada.

Together, we will learn about new developments and trends to help your organization’s impact through meaningful conversations about healthcare, administration, prevention, advocacy and more!

Amplify Portland Register Now flyer - September 1 - 4, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center

Network Highlights

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Build Meaningful Connections

Join virtual groups and events that connect you with others in the HIV sector.

Strengthen Collective Impact

Be part of a national network working together to support communities and drive change.

Access Tools & Insights

Stay informed with policy updates, training, and curated resources built for your work.

Unlock New Opportunities

Tap into exclusive funding, leadership development, and capacity-building tools.

A Note from the Board

Welcome to the Amplify Network

We are honored to convene a community of passionate professionals dedicated to improving the lives of people impacted by HIV. Amplify was born from a shared vision — to build a stronger, more connected network of individuals and organizations who are doing the vital work of prevention, care, advocacy, and education.

As a board, we are committed to listening, learning, and lifting each other up. We believe that by sharing resources, expertise, and lived experiences, we can spark meaningful change and amplify the impact of our collective efforts.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we are building a future rooted in equity, connection, and resilience.

The Amplify Network Board of Directors

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I am beyond grateful for my experience with Amplify Network. It brings together passionate and committed folx from across the country to share, learn, and innovate together. Through Amplify, we’re not only exposed to best practices and creative solutions, but we also build meaningful relationships that strengthen our collective impact. At the heart of it all is the understanding that we’re in this together—united by our commitment to advancing the health and well-being of the diverse communities we serve. Amplify reminds us that relationships are the foundation of everything we do.

CJ Tobe

Chief Transformation Officer, DAP Health

What makes Amplify network truly invaluable isn’t just the shared resources or best practices—it’s the people. Real people who care deeply, who show up, and who understand the weight we carry. At the heart of this network are relationships built on trust, compassion, and a shared mission. In these especially challenging times, when the world feels heavier than ever, knowing I can pick up the phone and call a fellow leader who understands what we’re up against—that kind of connection is irreplaceable. This isn’t just a professional network. It’s a lifeline. It reminds me we’re not alone in this work—and that’s what keeps me going.

Laurie Litt

MSW, LCSW, Chief Executive Officer, edge New Jersey

Amplify is one of the most inspiring and energizing networks I’ve been part of. It creates space for leaders to show up as their full, authentic selves while learning from peers who understand the unique challenges and joys of this work. The collaboration is real, the ideas are bold, and the support is unmatched. I always leave Amplify spaces with new perspectives, renewed motivation, and a deeper sense of purpose.

Dr. Cory Onward

Chief Operating Officer, Damien Center

Being part of the Amplify network has been such a great and powerful experience. It brings together folks from AIDS Service Organizations across the country who really get what this work takes. We swap ideas, learn from each other, and find new ways to do things better. It’s refreshing to be part of a network that’s all about connection, support, and shared growth. The collaboration and energy are contagious and it’s clear that when we learn from each other – our impact knows no bounds!

Joy Winheim

President, Empath Partners in Care

Building Stronger HIV Communities, One Connection at a Time

Amplify Portland

Network Highlights

Build Meaningful Connections

Strengthen Collective Impact

Access Tools & Insights

Unlock New Opportunities

A Note from the Board

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