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The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs is excited to announce the selection of Reyleen Gogo as the 2017 Ruth Woo Fellow. The fellowship is a unique opportunity for currently enrolled students to learn about state government and to gain experience working in the Governor’s Office. The Commission looks forward to working with Reyleen during her fellowship and connecting her with mentors in the community.
Reyleen Gogo was born in San Diego, California. Attracted by the beauty and diverse population of Washington, her family settled in the city of Tukwila. Reyleen graduated of Foster… Read more
CAPAA will be convening a public board meeting on September 16 in SeaTac to hold officer elections and discuss Commissioner goals and objectives. We will have public comment from 11:40 – 11:55 AM. September 16, 2017 10:30 am to 2:00 pm Valley View Library 17850 Military Rd S, SeaTac, WA 98188 View our agenda and more information. Attorney General Bob Ferguson today filed a multi-state lawsuit co-led by Washington, New York and Massachusetts, seeking to halt President Donald Trump’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. In Washington State, DACA has… Read more
September is the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s (OSPI) Attendance Awareness Month. As schools begin across the state, OSPI is raising awareness about the importance of regular school attendance. Students miss school for many reasons including illness, lack of transportation, work, homelessness, and family responsibilities. Families understand the importance of education, however, they may not realize how quickly absences from school can add up. Schools, families, and communities can work together to improve attendance and support the needs of families and students. Read more… Read more
Next Board Meeting
September 16, 2017
SeaTac, WA
View meeting information.
CAPAA welcomes new Project Coordinator
The Commission would like to introduce Sam Le, the new Project Coordinator for CAPAA. Le recently graduated from the University of Washington and has been an active member in the greater Seattle Area through various activities, such as UW’s student government and the Asian Counseling and Referral Service’s Walk for Rice.
Le is excited to serve the Asian and Pacific Islander community throughout the state in his new capacity by… Read more
