ABOUT

History

The California Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus Institute (Institute) was formed by former Chair of the Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus, then Assemblymember, Judy Chu in 2006 to build a pipeline of leaders. In the beginning, the Institute was primarily known for it’s non-partisan Capitol Academy program that supports local elected and appointed AANHPI leaders in their endeavors to reach higher office.

After several successful classes of Capitol Academy graduates, the Institute launched its second flagship program, the Legislative Staff Academy, in 2017. Junior legislative staff move through a rigorous leadership development program to help them better serve the Member and public, ultimately positioning them for career advance.

Board of Directors

  • Jason Chan

    Jason Chan

    President

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    Stephanie Tom

    Treasurer

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    Tami Bui

    Member

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    Seyron Foo

    Member

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    Aubrie Fong

    Member

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    Anthony Williams

    Member

Advisory Board

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    Maeley Tom

    Founding Board President

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    Ron Tom

    Member

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    Mona Pasquil Rogers

    Member

Staff

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    Sonya Harris

    Executive Director

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The California Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus Institute affirms its commitment to equality of opportunity for all individuals.

This commitment requires that no discrimination shall occur in any program or activity of CAPILCI on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other classification prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.