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The Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs and numerous Asian Pacific American community leaders from across the state sent the letter below to University of Washington President Cauce regarding our concern for the future of the Asian American Studies program at the UW. August 1, 2016 President Ana Mari Cauce University of Washington Office of the President 301 Gerberding Hall Box 351230 Seattle, WA 98195 Dear President Cauce, With three vacant faculty positions in Asian American Studies (AAS) in the Department of American Ethnic Studies, the Washington State Commission… Read more
“Ruth Woo was a trailblazer who shaped our communities and state in more ways than anyone could ever know. Auntie Ruth did not seek recognition or the spotlight, but worked tirelessly behind the scenes mentoring and opening doors for aspiring civic leaders from school board directors to county executives and to governors, particularly among the Asian American community. “Auntie Ruth fought to achieve racial equality and justice in her own unique way, and reliably asked those who sought her advice about their commitment to diversity at the top and passion for serving the public. The Commission… Read more
CAPAA issued the following press release on July 6, 2016 to promote Mental Health Awareness in Communities of Color Month. July is Mental Health Awareness in Communities of Color MonthCAPAA encourages API communities to talk about mental health Olympia – The Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) is encouraging efforts to promote mental health awareness in Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities. Mental health is essential to overall well-being, yet research shows that APIs are less likely to seek help for mental health issues due to social stigma,… Read more
Next Public Board Meeting
September 17, 2016
City of Vancouver, Clark College
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New Members Appointed to CAPAA
The Commission would like to thank Commissioners Didi Cabusao and Tashi Khamshitsang for their service and leadership in improving the lives of Asian Pacific Americans in Washington.
Gov. Inslee reappointed Commissioners Ty Tufono and Lynette Finau. He also made the following appointments to CAPAA:
Nam Nguyen is an Assistant Attorney General, currently representing the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. He lives in Tumwater and represents… Read more
