• CAPAA Seeking Fellowship Applicants

    12/04/2015
    The State of Washington Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) and the Asian Pacific Islander Community Leadership Foundation (ACLF) invites Washington’s future leaders to apply to their fellowship program in the CAPAA office. CAPAA is an Executive Branch agency which serves to advise the Governor, the Legislature, and state and local agencies on issues of concern to the Asian Pacific American community. This program allows students to make a significant contribution to our state while earning academic credit, exploring career options, and gaining valuable professional… Read more

  • Newsletter for November 16, 2015

    11/16/2015
    The following newsletter was sent out on November 16, 2015: Join CAPAA at our public board meeting on November 21 This Saturday, November 21, CAPAA will be convening a public board meeting at the Filipino Community Center of Seattle. You will have the opportunity to engage with Commissioners and hear about the Governor’s business diversity subcabinet and health equity issues for Pacific Islanders. The public meeting will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., but attendees may arrive or depart at any time. Members of the public may provide public comment at 12:00 p.m. View more details… Read more

  • Announcement: Asian & Pacific Islander Caucus for Public Health recognizes CAPAA with award

    11/16/2015
    The Commission submitted the following announcement to the International Examiner to share the achievements of Commissioners, staff, and community partners for their work in health equity. The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) received a Community Organization Recognition Award (CORA) from the Asian & Pacific Islander Caucus for Public Health (APIC) at its 41st annual awards ceremony on November 3. The CORA is awarded to community organizations that have a positive impact on the health and quality of life of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander… Read more

  • Grant Opportunities for Marijuana Education

    11/16/2015
    The Department of Health, Office of Healthy CommunitiesRequest for Letters of Intent for Regional Marijuana Prevention/Education Contractor Opportunity for organizations interested in leading regional youth marijuana prevention initiatives. The lead organization will develop and implement a “Regional Marijuana Prevention and Education Program” geared to reducing marijuana use by youth within their regions. Submit a Letter of Intent to apply for direct community funds to serve as the Regional Marijuana Prevention/Education Contractor for one of the Accountable Communities of Health regions.… Read more