About VOICES
VOICES brings the world’s most influential and powerful women to Portland, in a platform dedicated to inspiring, empowering and connecting women. Each speaker has a unique story to tell, sparking conversation, offering new perspectives, and supporting ambitions.
Please join us for our 28th season!
Francine B. Read, President
503.631.7477

2021 VOICES Virtual Lectures
February 3, 2021
March 3, 2021
April 7, 2021
April 28, 2021
June 2, 2021 (Originally April 1, 2020)
Program 7:30pm – 9:10pm
Future Events (After COVID)
The Tiffany Center
1410 SW Morrison, Portland
A Message from Francine Read
Information about Virtual VOICES Lectures & Subscriptions
Francine Read
Sponsors
Event Speakers
2020–2021 Season
Click on a speaker for details

Lisa Genova
February 3, 2021
Neuroscientist and New York Times bestselling author of multiple books including Still Alice
Event Speakers
2019–2020 Season
Click on a speaker for details

Valarie Kaur
June 2, 2021
Civil rights activist and prophetic voice at the forefront of progressive change
VOICES Reunion Tour
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- We use ZOOM platform for programming and require email addresses for all participants. Once a subscriber reserves a space, an email will follow with Zoom access link prior to each event.
- Each presenter will be speaking for at least 30-40 minutes. Subscribers will have the opportunity to pose questions in advance and/or during the event. Event specifics may vary based on the speaker.
- Each session is hosted by Francine Read in her “virtual office” with tech support by Maria Sorrentino/ComputerPal.
- The VOICES Reunion Tour is free to all subscribers to the 2020-2021 season.
- Tickets are available to non-subscribers for the entire series ($79) or for individual events ($10 each).
Ruth Wariner – bestselling author of The Sound of Gravel Maestra Marin Alsop – Conductor of Baltimore Symphony Lisa Shannon – author, human rights activist, known for her work in the international women’s movement, including founding Run for Congo Women Asenath Andrews – founder of The Catherine Ferguson School for Girls in Detroit Elaine Sciolino – bestselling author and contributing writer of The New York Times, writing from France since 2002 Holly Hoffman – last woman standing on Season 21 of CBS’ hit reality show “Survivor: Nicaragua” Annie Griffiths – photographer known for her work at National Geographic and a founder of Ripple Effect Image.
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2020–2021 Series Tickets
VOICES offers two options for the VIRTUAL VOICES Lectures 2021: General Admission Series and Patron Series. Both season packages include the VOICES Reunion Tour as a free bonus with each subscription. Zoom links and passwords will be emailed with each order. Individual tickets are available for General Admission and are listed below.
Individual Tickets
VOICES Reunion Tour
VOICES offers two options for the VIRTUAL VOICES Lectures 2021:
VOICES Magazine

- Speaker details
- Seating map
- Sponsor information
- Photos from recent events
The VOICES eMagazine is available to read online or download as a pdf.
If you are interested in advertising in the eMagazine, you can find Ad Specs here.
Event Venue
Event venue location info and gallery
Tiffany Center, Portland
VOICES moved to the Tiffany Center-Emerald Ballroom Feb 5, 2014. It is a stunning display of historic craftsmanship and is a classic ballroom-style venue with soaring ceilings, handcrafted detailing and a full scale theater stage. Open and expansive, it offers 4,000 square feet of stunning ambiance. The Emerald Ballroom location offers good parking, restaurants, adjacent MAX Light Rail and other benefits.
Rafati’s Catering offers Wine Bar and Light Bites service on the 4th floor of the Tiffany Center from 6pm-7:15pm for subscribers.
Gallery
Photos from the recent events
F.A.Q.
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How do I subscribe to the VOICES Lecture Series?
There are four different ways to subscribe:
- Order online using our secure online service
- Call the VOICES office @ 503.631.7477
- Print the order form (jpg image) and mail the complete form to:
VOICES, Inc.
PO Box 1294
Fairview, OR 97024
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Can I purchase individual tickets?
The series is sold as a series unless there are tickets remaining about one month before opening night. Individual ticket prices vary according to each event.
The Early-Bird Promotion, available through July 1, offers discounts for early series subscriptions without handling fees.
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How do I become a sponsor or advertise in the VOICES Magazine?
VOICES is an effective way to reach smart, educated women and men with your products and services. Our advertising rates are extremely affordable. For rates and ad dimensions, please go to AdSpecs for detailed information. For our complete Sponsorship packet contact Francine Read @ 503.631.7477 or email Francine@voicesinc.com.
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Can I order tickets by mail?
To order tickets by mail, please print and send VOICES this form.