APAPA National - Asian Pacific American Public Affairs

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APAPA National - Asian Pacific American Public Affairs We are a volunteer driven national nonprofit with leaders and student interns across the country. Connect with us ↓

Advancing AANHPI Communities Through Increased Leadership & Civic Engagement. Mission: Advancing API Communities Through Increased Leadership and Civic Engagement. With over 42 volunteer-driven chapters across the country, APAPA leads voter forums, town halls, community outreach efforts, professional development and leadership workshops, and API NEXT, a National Internship Program, which partners with elected officials across the country to host hundreds of students each year.

25 years of APAPA. A night full of people who helped make it possible. 💙Our 25th Anniversary Gala brought our community ...
10/26/2026

25 years of APAPA. A night full of people who helped make it possible. 💙

Our 25th Anniversary Gala brought our community together to celebrate the work, relationships, and belief in one another that have carried us through the past quarter century. What a joy to share this milestone with so many people who care deeply about the future of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

To the elected officials and community partners who joined us, thank you for celebrating this milestone with our community. To our sponsors and donors, thank you for investing in our mission and the next generation of leaders. To our chapter leaders, volunteers, and staff, thank you for the countless hours and care you put into this work, including everything behind the scenes that made this evening possible.

And to our founders and longtime supporters, those who believed in APAPA from the very beginning, thank you for building something that so many others could become part of. We are here because you kept showing up.

The evening was even more special as we celebrated CC Yin’s 90th birthday! CC, thank you for believing in what our community could accomplish together and for dedicating so much of your life to helping others find their voices and their place in public service. It was an honor to celebrate you alongside the community you helped bring together.

To everyone who joined us, supported us, and has been part of this journey: these 25 years belong to you, too. We have so much more to build together.

Happy 90th birthday, CC, and happy 25th anniversary, APAPA! 🎉

We’re so proud of our APAPA Folsom Chapter for hosting a successful 2026 Candidate Forum! 👏The event brought community m...
10/01/2026

We’re so proud of our APAPA Folsom Chapter for hosting a successful 2026 Candidate Forum! 👏

The event brought community members together to hear directly from candidates for Folsom City Council and the FCUSD Board of Education, learn about local issues, and participate in respectful civic dialogue.

Thank you to the participating candidates, community partners, volunteers, and attendees for making this event possible! 💙

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A new chapter begins in Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸✨APAPA’s Capitol Internship Program kicked off on September 26, giving inter...
09/30/2026

A new chapter begins in Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸✨

APAPA’s Capitol Internship Program kicked off on September 26, giving interns a chance to hear from experienced leaders and get ready for the opportunities ahead in D.C.

DC Ambassadors Jacob Harrer and Han Li shared guidance on networking and navigating D.C., while Stella The offered insight into her journey from APAPA intern to a career in policy.

Thank you to NCAPA for hosting us and to everyone who made this kickoff possible. Congratulations, interns! We can’t wait to see what you accomplish! 💛

The tiles were clacking and the good vibes were flowing at Mahjong Night! 🀄✨Huge thank you to Sapha Kafae and the 1882 F...
09/28/2026

The tiles were clacking and the good vibes were flowing at Mahjong Night! 🀄✨

Huge thank you to Sapha Kafae and the 1882 Foundation for partnering with us to make it happen. We had so much fun playing with everyone!

Subscribe to our newsletter at apapa.org to hear about more community events to come 💥

APAPA has issued a statement in response to recent reporting about our organization and individuals associated with it.A...
09/22/2026

APAPA has issued a statement in response to recent reporting about our organization and individuals associated with it.

APAPA is an American, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to leadership development, civic engagement and public service. We have no organizational relationship with the Chinese government, the Chinese Communist Party or the United Front.

We are deeply concerned when ancestry, ethnic background or personal associations are used to question an American’s loyalty or imply a foreign allegiance. Being of Asian descent or having family roots in another country does not make anyone less American. No American should have to prove their loyalty because of how they look or where their family came from.

We will continue standing up for our members, volunteers, students and chapter leaders while remaining focused on serving communities across America.

View the press release here: https://www.apapa.org/past-events/apapa-rejects-guilt-by-association-and-reaffirms-its-american-mission

🀄 Join us on Wednesday for Mahjong Night!Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new to the game, come enjoy an e...
09/21/2026

🀄 Join us on Wednesday for Mahjong Night!

Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new to the game, come enjoy an evening of mahjong at Sapha Kafae. Beginners are welcome, and no prior experience is necessary!

📅 Wednesday, September 23
⏰ 5:30 to 8:00 PM
📍 Sapha Kafae | 1331 O Street, Sacramento
🎟️ $10 per person

Register using the QR code or simply stop by. Walk ins are welcome! We hope to see you there!

APAPA is proud to celebrate Dr. Kenneth Fong for his outstanding achievements and continued contributions to our communi...
09/15/2026

APAPA is proud to celebrate Dr. Kenneth Fong for his outstanding achievements and continued contributions to our community. 👏

As one of APAPA’s founding members, Dr. Fong has played an important role in our organization’s history while building an extraordinary career spanning more than four decades in the biotechnology industry and biomedical research.

Dr. Fong is being recognized at the 2026 BioPacific Conference for his accomplishments and impact. His dedication to innovation, leadership,

education, and community service embodies APAPA’s mission to inspire, engage, and empower Asian and Pacific Islander Americans through civic and public affairs.
We are incredibly proud of Dr. Fong and grateful for his lasting contributions to APAPA and the communities we serve.

Congratulations, Dr. Fong, on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

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July was a month of leadership, partnership, and community in action.Across the country, APAPA chapters, volunteers, int...
07/31/2026

July was a month of leadership, partnership, and community in action.

Across the country, APAPA chapters, volunteers, interns, partners, and supporters came together to create opportunities that strengthen our communities and empower the next generation.

This month, we:
✨ Launched Tri-Valley's inaugural Summer Bridge Program
🏛️ Expanded pathways to public service through the Government Appointments Committee
🤝 Celebrated organizations making a difference in our communities
🌿 Hosted community wellness and reflection workshops through Arts in California Parks
🇺🇸 Celebrated Independence Day alongside our chapters and volunteers
🎥 Began preserving APAPA's 25-year legacy through our anniversary film

Every event, partnership, and conversation reflects the mission that has guided APAPA for the past 25 years: developing leaders, strengthening communities, and advancing civic engagement.

Thank you to our chapters, volunteers, partners, donors, and supporters who continue to make this work possible. We can't wait to show you what's ahead.

Happy National Intern Day! 💙Today we’re celebrating the incredible interns who bring fresh ideas, passion, and dedicatio...
07/30/2026

Happy National Intern Day! 💙

Today we’re celebrating the incredible interns who bring fresh ideas, passion, and dedication to everything they do. Thank you for choosing to learn, lead, and grow with APAPA. We can’t wait to see all you’ll accomplish next. 🌟

🎉 **Registration is NOW OPEN!** 🎉Join us as we celebrate 25 years of APAPA at our 25th Anniversary Gala. We hope to see ...
07/21/2026

🎉 **Registration is NOW OPEN!** 🎉

Join us as we celebrate 25 years of APAPA at our 25th Anniversary Gala. We hope to see you on the unforgettable evening honoring our legacy, community, and the leaders who continue to shape our future.

✨ We can't wait to celebrate this milestone with you!

🎟 Click the link below to register and learn more about the event:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apapas-25th-anniversary-gala-tickets-1994625887724](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apapas-25th-anniversary-gala-tickets-1994625887724)

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