Description
Vision
We envision a just and equitable world where Asians and Pacific Islanders are fully engaged in the social, economic and political issues that affect us.
Values Statement
Our communities find strength in a powerful political voice shaped by passion, self-determination and our diverse cultural and ethnic heritages.
Strong relationships are the foundation for meaningful change. Our experiences as Asians and Pacific Islanders inspire our partnerships with each other and promote our coalition building in order to find solutions to shared concerns.
Our leadership must emerge from, be reflective of, and be accountable to, the diverse needs, interests and heritages within our Asian and Pacific Islander communities.
The root causes of inequities are connected and shape our social justice and human rights work. We stand in solidarity with other communities who experience oppression.
Model of Change
APANO’s model of change is grounded in organizing the leadership and power of Pan-API communities experiencing inequities, fostering partnerships, and engaging in campaigns. We seek to empower Asian and Pacific Islanders, especially those who experience oppression, through analysis, skill building and relationship building which are central to our community organizing.
