As #APIA Heritage Month comes to a close, we are excited to announce the publication of our Annual Report 2023, which highlights our achievements and progress over the past year.

👉🏽 Read here: tr.ee/gSpJ6mon-r

Professor Okihiro was pivotal to the creation of Asian American Studies in the Ivy League. We share our condolences to his family and loved ones.

The legacy of the Yee Family runs deep as we continue to celebrate #AANHPIHeritageMonth . Commissioner David Yee's aunt Jeanie Jew played a key role in establishing the federal month of recognition and for him, it is personal.

Read more: vitals.sutterhealth.org/yee-family-bui…

🎊 Commission Chair Jason Paguio and Executive Director Khydeeja Alam celebrated #AANHPI leadership and heritage at the APAICS 30th Summit & Gala with President Joe Biden and congressional leaders in Washington D.C. Thanks for having us!

#OurCommunity #OurLeaders #OurLegacy

The California Commission on Asian & Pacific Islander American Affairs will host a public meeting on May 6, 2024.

Join us in person at 400 R Street, Suite 312, Sacramento or online via Zoom and learn how your participation can inform our work. zoom.us/j/91851468138?…

Celebrating heritage is more than just acknowledging diversity—it’s about cultivating inclusive environments where everyone is valued and respected. Let’s renew our commitment to safeguarding the rights and well-being of Asian Americans in California and beyond.

This historic gathering of #HigherEd Presidents & Chancellors of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Serving Institutions #AANAPISIs has been long overdue! Happy #APAHEConference ,'Radical Hope: Leading with Love, Courage, and Action' provided space to come together

CAPIAA welcomes its new Executive Director Khydeeja Alam! Speaker Robert Rivas administered the oath of office as she was joined by CAPIAA Commissioners, family, and friends. Read full press release here: capiaa.ca.gov/capiaa-welcome…

In a unanimous vote,  #SB434 is out of the first house and on to the second house. Thank you #CASenate for your support, Senator Dave Min for your leadership, and our diverse coalition of supporters. We're moving closer to making public transit safer for all. #CALeg #NoPlaceForHateCA

This month, and every month, we are uplifting and celebrating our diverse Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander community. We recognize the strength and courage that our communities have shown and harness that power to keep elevating AANHPI issues in California.

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Executive Director Yang has announced her transition, effective June 30, 2023. We are grateful for her leadership and now looking for our next ED to build on current successes into the future.

Please visit capiaa.ca.gov/apply for more information.

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The California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs has begun its search for a new Executive Director CA Asian American and Pacific Islander Leg. Caucus CADem Party Asian American Pacific Islander Caucus CA Commission on API American Affairs capiaa.ca.gov/apply/

Congratulations Helen & thank you for all that you do for the community!💜

Executive Director Yang has announced her transition, effective June 30, 2023. We are grateful for her leadership and now looking for our next ED to build on current successes into the future.

Please visit capiaa.ca.gov/apply for more information.

Congratulations to Commissioner Helen Lee for receiving one of thirty-five Women of Distinction Award from Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva in celebration of Women’s History Month.

We celebrate and uplift ALL women this month and every month.

From our partners: The CA State Library in partnership with the California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs (@CAcommissionAPI), is pleased to announce a second round of Ethnic Media Grant Outreach grants. Apply by March 13, 2023: library.ca.gov/grants/ethnic-…