Driven by a commitment to community and economic justice, JT Flowers is dedicated to building opportunities that empower working-class communities. Through leadership, public service, and advocacy, he continues to shape a more equitable future for Portland and beyond.
JT Flowers
Community Leader
JT Flowers is the Founder and Executive Director of Article V, an organization focused on helping working-class communities build a stronger economic and political future. Before launching Article V, he served as Senior Advisor and Director of Government Affairs at Albina Vision Trust, where he helped secure more than $850 million in direct investment while advancing landmark policy initiatives at the local, state, and federal levels.
A lifelong Portland resident from the historic Albina district, JT was raised by his mother and grandmother before earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with distinction from Yale University. He later became both a Truman Scholar and the first Black Rhodes Scholar in Oregon's history, earning master's degrees in U.S. History and Music Performance from the University of Oxford.
In addition to his professional work, JT serves on TriMet's Board of Directors representing District 5 and contributes to several nonprofit organizations, including the Big Yard Foundation and the Williams & Russell Community Development Corporation. Through his leadership, he remains committed to advancing community-driven development and creating lasting opportunities for future generations.
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