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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas, representing Oregon's 6th District since 2023, has been actively engaging with her community through a series of visits and public messages. As a committed advocate for children's welfare and community health, Salinas shares insights from her recent engagements via social media.

On November 2, 2024, Congresswoman Salinas visited Head Start of Yamhill County during National Head Start Month. She discussed the essential programs they provide for children and families in her district. In her post, she stated: "During National Head Start Month, I visited Head Start of Yamhill County to discuss the vital programs they provide for kids & families in #OR06. As your Congresswoman and a mom myself, I am working to ensure that children of all ages have the tools they need to succeed."

The following day, on November 3, 2024, Salinas highlighted her visit to Juliette’s House in McMinnville. The organization focuses on preventing and treating child abuse while supporting affected families. In alignment with their mission, she expressed her commitment to these goals by saying: "I recently visited Juliette’s House in #McMinnville. Their mission is to prevent, treat, and support children and families impacted by child abuse. I share that same goal, and I’ll keep fighting in Congress to build a safer, healthier community for our kids."

On November 4, 2024, Congresswoman Salinas turned attention towards Men's Health Awareness Month. She urged constituents to check in on the men and boys in their lives as part of mental health awareness efforts. Her message was clear: "November is Men's Health Awareness Month. I encourage everyone to reach out to the men & boys in your life. You never know what someone might be going through, and it’s important to check in on the ones we love."