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The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs issued the following press release about its work to collect disaggregated data on the Healthy Youth Survey. OLYMPIA, WA—The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) and the Department of Health worked together to improve the 2016 Healthy Youth Survey to better reflect Washington’s fast-growing Asian American student population. The 2016 survey is the first to collect disaggregated data for seven Asian subgroups. “We are excited that schools, public health agencies, and community members will have a clearer understanding of the… Read more
Updated March 26, 2018 Governor Inslee signed a bill to expand health care coverage for Washingtonians from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Republic of Palau, and the Federated States of Micronesia on March 22, 2018. The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) would like to acknowledge Governor Inslee and legislators for their commitment to improving the health and well-being of all Washingtonians. The Commission extends its appreciation to the COFA Alliance National Network, the Children’s Alliance, the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition, the Pacific Islander Health… Read more
October is Filipino American History Month!
Governor Inslee has proclaimed October 2016 as Filipino American History Month in the state of Washington and encourages all people in our state to join in this special observance.
This month commemorates the many ways that Filipino Americans have contributed significantly to American history and as one of the largest immigrant groups in the country, it is important that their history and stories be recognized and told.
Reach out to your local Filipino American organization and see what celebrations are happening near you!
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CAPAA Public Board Meeting in Vancouver
Saturday, September 17, 2016
CAPAA is hosting a public board meeting on Saturday, September 17 at Clark College in Vancouver, Washington.
This meeting will be a great opportunity to learn about efforts to ensure health equity for Pacific Islanders, hear updates about the Task Force on Deadly Force in Community Policing, and other issues impacting Asian Pacific American communities.
Community members may provide public comment to the Commission at 11:50 a.m.
View the agenda.
Task Force on Deadly Force in Community Policing
The task force is… Read more
