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Asian Pacific American Leadership Foundation: Preparing APA leaders for public service & civic involvement + CALNET- Network of APA Elected Officials in CA apalf.org Los Angeles, CA Joined March 2014-
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This week’s highlights features insights on corporate political stances, and inspiring APALF alumni stories—from Councilmember Yan Zhao’s historic campaign to innovative public health leadership. Join our newsletter by visiting: forms.gle/mALJi7tqV6sgzf… to get important news.
Knowledge fuels change! This week we highlight AAPI leadership, local policy wins, and alumni making waves. Stay informed and inspired—join our newsletter: forms.gle/mALJi7tqV6sgzf…
APALF successfully concluded its 2025 Annual Leadership and Candidate Training bootcamp, a two-weekend program of hands-on workshops preparing participants for higher office. Read more about our 2025 bootcamp class here: drive.google.com/file/d/1RGmQHa…
Thank you to our guests who joined us on Sunday for @TheRaceEpidemic screening & reception hosted by League of California API Caucus and @JeffMaloney_16. Special thanks to guest speakers @RepJudyChu, @AsmMikeFong, @ThomasASaenz & Ronald Wong, @TheRaceEpidemic Producer & Writer.
📢‼️ Space is limited, so register now! We are just days away from @TheRaceEpidemic screening!⏰ Join us for this special community screening followed by a Q&A. Don’t miss out! 📅Sunday, September 8, 2024 📍Gallery Nucleus 🕛2:30 PM to 5:00 PM PST #APALF eventbrite.com/e/alhambra-spe…
🌟We're thrilled to announce our special guest speaker Congressmember Judy Chu at the upcoming @TheRaceEpidemic screening hosted by the League of California Cities API Caucus. #APALF 📅 Sunday, September 8, 2024 📍 Gallery Nucleus 🕛 2:30 - 6:00 PM PST eventbrite.com/e/alhambra-spe…
📽️📢 We're excited to share that we're partnering with the League of California API Caucus for a special screening of the award-winning documentary, @TheRaceEpidemic. 📅 Sunday, September 8, 2024 📍 Gallery Nucleus 🕛 2:30 - 6:00 PM PST🌟 #APALF #screening eventbrite.com/e/alhambra-spe…
AAPI LEAD is immensely honored by the support from our community sponsors. Each contribution, both individual and collective, is crucial to our mission. Your engagement ensures the growth and visibility of AAPI leadership across the country. Thank you for your trust and support.
A heartfelt thank you to our Leadership Sponsors: @MGMResortsIntl, @DailyPay , and the @Raiders . Your contributions were vital in launching our national organization. We're grateful for your partnership and look forward to achieving more milestones together.
Profound gratitude to LA County Supervisor @LindseyPHorvath for her early and crucial support of our newly formed national organization. Her commitment not only empowers but also elevates our initiatives. Thank you for being a foundational supporter. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Thank you, @Starbucks, for your warmth and support at the AAPI LEAD Summit. Together, we create welcoming spaces for AAPI leaders. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Grateful for Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling in recognizing the need to bring AAPI leaders nationwide together and supporting our summit. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Thank you, @oportun, for your support at the AAPI LEAD Summit. Your commitment to community financial health is inspiring. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
A shout-out to @comcast NBCUniversal for empowering communities of color and your partnership at our summit . #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Thank you @ATT for your steadfast support over the course of many years. Your partnership to APALF is invaluable. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Our heartfelt thanks to @united Airlines for flying high with us. Your support at the AAPI LEAD Summit made a significant impact. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Thank you, @PepsiCo, for your generous support at the AAPI LEAD Summit. Your involvement is key to our success and community engagement. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Immense thanks to APALF Boardmember Johnnie Giles and APALF Founder Ronald Wong for their pivotal roles and support in the development and creation of APALF. Your dedication to fostering AAPI leadership is truly inspiring. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
We're thankful for the continued partnership with @apapa at our inaugural AAPI LEAD Summit. Your collaboration is instrumental in our shared mission to uplift AAPI voices on a national level. #APALF #AAPILEADSummit
Gratitude shapes our journey. A special thank you to @amazon for their support at the AAPI LEAD Summit. Your commitment helps empower our community of AAPI leaders. #APALF #Partnership #AAPILEADSummit
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