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The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) is privileged to have twelve community leaders serving in the role of Commissioners. The Commission will be featuring three Commissioners monthly presenting their perspectives, goals, and activities.
In this piece, we are featuring our Executive Committee, Chair Tufono, 1st Vice Chair Dickinson, and 2nd Vice Chair Dinh, on why they joined CAPAA, what are their goals as a Commissioner, and what they’re most proud of in their community.
Chair Tufono:
“I was formerly a Flight Attendant Union President and involved in International… Read more
Public Board Meeting
The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) will be convening on November 18, 2017 for a public board meeting at the Asia Pacific Cultural Center.
Presentations will be on emergency preparedness, youth marijuana prevention, the Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC), and the Formerly Incarcerated Group Healing Together (FIGHT). The Commission will also discuss its legislative agenda for 2018. Public comment will be from 11:55 AM to 12:10 PM.
Board Meeting Details:
November 18, 2017
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Asia Pacific Cultural Center
4851 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA… Read more
On December 7, 2017, join the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) and the Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) in reviewing changes and activities to policy and budget from the 2017 legislative session. The Legislative Report Back will be centered on issues that directly impact the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the State of Washington. Be sure to use this opportunity to connect with community leaders and legislators on topics of education, the economy, civil rights, immigration, and police… Read more
Public Board Meeting CAPAA will be convening a public board meeting on November 18, 2017. Presentations will be on emergency preparedness, youth marijuana prevention, the Asia Pacific Cultural Center, and the Formerly Incarcerated Group Healing Together. Public comment from 11:55 AM to 12:10 PM. November 18, 2017 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Asia Pacific Cultural Center 4851 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409 View our agenda and more information. Commissioner Finau presents at UPRISE Pacific Islander youth, families, and community leaders gathered for a powerful UPRISE 2017 at Highline College. The event… Read more
