Building the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Leadership Pipeline
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“In 2006, I founded the Capitol Academy leadership training program to nurture the next generation of API leaders. Since its inception, program graduates have gone on to serve in the legislature, city council, and board of supervisors. The leadership training is a great tool for API leaders." Judy Chu, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus; Congressional District 27th
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Our Philosophy
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Supporting and developing Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander leaders
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Nine of our Capitol Academy alumni have gone on to serve in the California State Legislature.
Rob Bonta
Asm. District 18 |
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Paul Fong
Asm. District 28 |
Ash Kalra
Asm. District 27 |
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“The Institute has played a critical role in the development of the next generation of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) leaders in the public and private sectors. [The Institute] has grown to enrich not only the diverse ethnic and immigrant communities in California, but also an array of broader audiences and sectors in the state, the nation and internationally.”
Rob Bonta, Assemblymember of District 18th; 2008 Capitol Academy Alumnus
Capitol Academy
Mentorship
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One-on-one sessions with top-notch political veterans
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API Legislative Staff Academy Program
The Staff Academy grants legislative and administration staff a unique learning opportunity to advance their
career in the legislature and beyond.
career in the legislature and beyond.
“The CA API Legislative Caucus proudly partners with the Institute to advance Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in government. The Institute plays a vital role in helping to shape and pave the way for the next generation of AANHPI leaders in government through their top-notch leadership programs.Their programs have a proven track record of successful participants who have gone on to serve in higher office and promoted to leadership roles.”
Dr. Richard Pan, Chair of California API Legislative Caucus; Senate District 6 |
"I am so grateful for the experience and opportunities that the API Staff Academy has provided me...the program paired me with an amazing mentor...It brought together a community of smart, passionate API women whom I deeply respect and enjoy learning with from!"
Stephanie Park, Policy Consultant, President Pro Tempore of the California State Senate |
