People of PHFF

Volunteer effort.
Public conversation.

The surviving record names community organizers whose work made Portland’s festival editions and screenings possible.

Early leadership

Sherry Hanson

Named in the 2011 team record as a central organizer and a bridge across Portland’s humanist community.

2012 festival chair

Sylvia Benner

Led the third annual edition and represented the festival in contemporary press and local radio coverage.

2011 team

A larger crew

Kurt Johansen, Roger Bates, Marsha Abelman, Wesley M. and many event volunteers contributed programming, outreach and hospitality.