Executive Director Yang has announced her transition, effective June 30, 2023. We are grateful for her leadership and now looking for our next ED to build on current successes into the future. Please visit capiaa.ca.gov/apply for more information.

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This month, and every month, we are uplifting and celebrating our diverse Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander community. We recognize the strength and courage that our communities have shown and harness that power to keep elevating AANHPI issues in California.

In a unanimous vote, #SB434 is out of the first house and on to the second house. Thank you #CASenate for your support, Senator Dave Min for your leadership, and our diverse coalition of supporters. We're moving closer to making public transit safer for all. #CALeg #NoPlaceForHateCA

CAPIAA welcomes its new Executive Director Khydeeja Alam! Speaker Robert Rivas administered the oath of office as she was joined by CAPIAA Commissioners, family, and friends. Read full press release here: capiaa.ca.gov/capiaa-welcome…

This historic gathering of #HigherEd Presidents & Chancellors of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Serving Institutions #AANAPISIs has been long overdue! Happy #APAHEConference,"Radical Hope: Leading with Love, Courage, and Action" provided space to come together

Celebrating heritage is more than just acknowledging diversity—it’s about cultivating inclusive environments where everyone is valued and respected. Let’s renew our commitment to safeguarding the rights and well-being of Asian Americans in California and beyond.

The California Commission on Asian & Pacific Islander American Affairs will host a public meeting on May 6, 2024. Join us in person at 400 R Street, Suite 312, Sacramento or online via Zoom and learn how your participation can inform our work. zoom.us/j/91851468138?…

📢 The Commission unanimously elected its new Executive Committee at the May 6 Full Commission Meeting. Jason Paguio is elected Chair, Kirin Macapugay as Vice Chair, and Lance Toma as Secretary.  Read the full statement here: conta.cc/3K2fYpZ

🎊 Commission Chair Jason Paguio and Executive Director Khydeeja Alam celebrated #AANHPI leadership and heritage at the APAICS 30th Summit & Gala with President Joe Biden and congressional leaders in Washington D.C. Thanks for having us! #OurCommunity #OurLeaders #OurLegacy

The legacy of the Yee Family runs deep as we continue to celebrate #AANHPIHeritageMonth. Commissioner David Yee's aunt Jeanie Jew played a key role in establishing the federal month of recognition and for him, it is personal. Read more: vitals.sutterhealth.org/yee-family-bui…

Professor Okihiro was pivotal to the creation of Asian American Studies in the Ivy League. We share our condolences to his family and loved ones.

As #APIA Heritage Month comes to a close, we are excited to announce the publication of our Annual Report 2023, which highlights our achievements and progress over the past year. 👉🏽 Read here: tr.ee/gSpJ6mon-r

Thank you to the CA AA&NHPI Health Equity Coalition for advocating for disaggregated data at the June 5th Select Committee on Mental Health Accessibility for Non-English Speaking Communities Hearing.

The Commission is excited to welcome our newest Commissioners: Tahra Goraya and Jason Tam. Commissioner Goraya and Tam have extensive background in giving back to the APIA communities and we’re excited to have them onboard. Please help us give a warm welcome to them! 🎉

Executive Director Khydeeja Alam at the RSET’s members meeting on health equity issues affecting the APIA community. Thanks to the Race and Social Equity Task Force for having us! Stay tuned for updates on our listening sessions in Yuba City/Marysville, Fresno, and Long Beach.

On behalf of CAPIAA, we extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Governor Gavin Newsom and the Legislature for prioritizing our commission's work and the APIA community and their continued commitment to our mission.