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“Uncle Bob Santos fought to protect the history, culture, and places that are cherished by so many immigrants and communities in our state. His efforts to save Seattle’s Chinatown International District, where he served in many leadership roles and was beloved for his singing at Bush Garden, earned him the title of ‘unofficial mayor.’ “His decades of activism with the Gang of Four demonstrated the power of solidarity and working together to fight for social justice and political causes, especially for the most vulnerable. Uncle Bob helped create institutions, including the Commission, and… Read more
CAPAA to hold public board meeting in Vancouver
CAPAA will be holding a public board meeting on September 17, 2016, at Clark College in Vancouver.
You will have an 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. There will also be time for community members to provide public comment and voice their concerns to the Commission.
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Board and Commission Opportunities
Washington State has more than 200 boards… Read more
Next Public Board Meeting
September 17, 2016
City of Vancouver, Clark College
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Letter to UW in support of Asian American Studies
CAPAA and numerous Asian Pacific American community leaders from across the state sent a letter to University of Washington President Cauce regarding concern for the future of the Asian American Studies (AAS) program at the UW.
“For students of all ethnicities, AAS offers an opportunity to learn more about the history, cultures, and perspectives of the numerous ethnic groups represented by this program. Retaining and increasing the number of… Read more
Washington State has numerous opportunities for the public to shape policy and make recommendations to the governor, legislature, and state agencies. Making government more accessible and ensuring community voices are heard by decision-makers is a key role for CAPAA.
CAPAA works with the Governor’s Office of Boards and Commissions, legislature, and state agencies to ensure members of the public, who reflect the diversity of our state, apply for and are appointed to boards, commissions, and state task forces.
Below is a list of boards, commissions, and state task forces where CAPAA recently… Read more
