Greater Sacramento Chapter

California

Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association

Upcoming Events

Youth Leadership Academy Workshop - June 15, 2024

We collaborate with public officials/local leaders to improve AAPI representation through civic engagement. The YLA provides students the opportunity to network with like-minded youth leaders and get involved in our local community’s organizations 

Toot Your Horn: College App’s & Scholarships

  • Elevate your College Application 

  • Enhance your resume to excellence

  • Master the art of scholarship acquisition

Bankroll Your Dreams: Student Loans and Financial Aid

  • Gain insider scholarship strategies with the California Student Aid Commission

  • Slash student loans to zero 

  • Navigate financial aid processes like a pro

Budget Like a Boss: Time and Money Management for Success

  • Decode credit scores to learn their impact and significance 

  • Expertly manage mortgages and down payments

  • Understand paycheck allocations

Advancing Asian Pacific Islander Communities
Through Increased Leadership And Civic Engagement

Meet Our New 2024 Board!

  • President - Jing Yuan

  • Chair - Ram Thanapandian

  • Vice President of Community Outreach - Romer Cristobal

  • Treasurer - Jason Lee

  • Secretary - Sophia Goh

Donate to Our Chapter

Gold Sponsor

$10,000+

Silver Sponsor

$5,000+

Bronze Sponsor

$2,500+

Copper Sponsor

$1,000+

Leadership Sponsor

$500+

Community Sponsor

$250+

Annual Supporting Membership

$100+

Lifetime Supporting Membership

$1,000+

Our Chapter Board Members

Jing Yuan

President

Eva Loveson

Immediate Past President

Ram Thanapandian

Chair

Romer Cristobal

Vice President, Community Outreach

Jason Lee

Treasurer

Sophia Goh

Secretary

Board Members

Jacqui Nguyen

Edgar Calderon

Ed Perez

Byron Maynard

Eugene Louie

Jeremiah Vang

Katherine Morris

Marui Sun

Krishna Bachina

Matt Kwong

Vicki Beaton

Mary Yin Liu

Ritta Mashriqi

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Past Events

Community Champions Celebration: Honoring Extraordinary Women Who Ignite Change

Join us in partnership with APAPA National to honor and celebrate outstanding women leaders who have made significant contributions to our community!

Keynote speaker: Former CA Supreme Court Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye. 

Other honorees/presenters: Reclamation District Board President Elena Lee Reeder, Sacramento City Councilmember Lisa Kaplan, and CA Assembly Budget Committee Consultant & APAPA Alumna Christine Miyashiro

Town Hall Mental Health Forum: Understanding Mood Disorders

On Tuesday, October 10th, APAPA GSC collaborated with OCA Sacramento to organize a town hall mental health forum on mood disorders and how it affects our mental health. The forum featured a panel of health professionals and local mental health advocates who discussed various topics related to mood disorders. Attendees were invited to ask questions and participate in open discussion about the issues presented.

APAPA Youth Leadership Academy

The APAPA Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) program is focused on developing civically engaged leaders who want to make a difference in the civic life of our communities. Participants can choose between four programs in which they will receive a lectures and activities on topics ranging from personal development, leadership, civic engagement and career path planning. YLA is a great opportunity to meet experts in various career fields, network with professionals, and develop your personal and leadership skills. And, it's free!

Speech and Debate Camp

Youth Leadership Academy Event | August 12, 2023

Recently, we organized a speech and debate camp lead by Youth Leaders Avanti Ramraj, Ilan Sankar, Pranav Pradeep, Sarah Yee, Kimberly Song, and Shreeya Ram.

Local middle school and high school students gained tips from top speech and debate students and coaches from Stanford University, Granite Bay High School, Mira Loma High School, Folsom High School, and Oakridge High School!

College Preparation Workshop

Youth Leadership Academy Event | July 15, 2023

Our chapter hosted a college preparation workshop for aspiring college applicants. We coached students on how to write standout essays, personal statements, and responses to the University of California’s personal insight questions. Other topics included resume building and interview coaching.

Leadership & Empowerment Workshop

Youth Leadership Academy Event | June 17, 2023

We, in partnership with our APAPA Davis Chapter hosted an empowering workshop on Saturday, June 17th. From 9AM to 4PM, young high school visionaries gathered to learn from experts about the privilege of leadership. Together, we’re building a future where boundaries are erased and young leaders thrive.

We appreciate our sponsors generosity (listed in photo below) and to our extraordinary Youth Leadership Academy Student Committee. We see you!