This session will focus on the role of the AANHPI community in the 2020 election, particularly as a voter bloc in swing states/counties. Key topics of discussion include: AANHPI voter participation (both historically and currently), AANHPI voter engagement and mobilization, as well as the growing power/voice of the AANHPI community in politics. Key takeaways can … Continue reading 2021 Washington Leadership Program Session II: From “Niche Demographic” to Defining Swing Voters

This session will address the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on the AANHPI community in terms of mental health and wellness. Key topics of discussion will include overcoming barriers to access to resources, addressing the mental health stigma in the AANHPI community, and discussing ways in which to cope and support others. Note: All … Continue reading 2021 Washington Leadership Program Session III: Self Care is Community Care: AANHPI Mental Health & COVID-19

This session will discuss current data and privacy laws of users, particularly with online platforms such as social media, search engines, news sites, etc. Key topics of discussion include the effects of data collection and tracking, boundaries surrounding online privacy, targeted ads and disinformation, effects of increased targeting on user behavior, and the ethics of … Continue reading 2021 Washington Leadership Program Session IV: Google Knows Me Better Than Me: AANHPI Data & Privacy

This session will focus on the uneven impact of environmental issues on communities across the U.S. Key topics of discussion will address the unequal effects of COVID-19, raise questions about who gets access to basic resources (clean water and air), as well as the prevalence of food deserts across the country. Topics will also address … Continue reading 2021 Washington Leadership Program Session V: Environmental Racism & Inequality: How did we get here?