Save Ruba's House

I'm Ruba. I'm an Arabic interpreter and early education worker. I host get togethers at my Portland home for community organizers and people in the struggle for Palestinian Liberation.

I'm recently divorced. To keep my house, I have to buy out my ex-husband. I'm calling on those who have love for the space to contribute and share with others.

Here are some statements from people who have been here over the years:

"Rubas opened up her house for kick backs and Ramadan iftars and it’s become a space for people in the Palestine organizing scene to relax, forget about the bullshit for a minute, and get to know each other better." -Sarah

"Ruba's house is one of the first places in Portland where I felt truly heard, seen, protected, loved, and cared for. This house is an extension and reflection of who Ruba is as a person. Her home is her heart. This is an extension of her heart. Please help us save it." -Elana

"Ruba's home has been a safe place for me to show up as my authentic self. The environment is welcoming and abundant with laughter." -Eddy

"Ruba has a talent for helping people come together to share their truths and experiences and to feel supported and valued for whatever they are able and willing to bring to the table. Her home is a beautiful space that she has poured her heart into. It is full of life and color. From the moment you see her house, walk thru the door, share a cup of tea, a snack, or a laugh, you can feel Ruba's love seeping from every corner. Ruba has experienced a lifetime of displacement and uncertainty. I hope that we can help secure stability for her so that she can continue to change the world around her in beautiful ways." -Kayla

"Ruba's home is where community flourishes. It's the first place where I met the friends I have today, and to this day it's still the place where new friendships develop. Her home is always inviting and her generosity shines when she offers her home to others, whether strangers or loved ones." -Zeinab