In 1976, a group of Asian American leaders convened over food, dubbed the “Asian Lunch Bunch”, to address the lack of multilingual services and programs from Los Angeles County.
The more voices that joined the table, the stronger they grew, becoming formally known as Asian Pacific Planning Council (APPCON) and later as Asian Pacific Policy & Planning Council (A3PCON). Our predecessors advocated for language access, increased Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) decision-making power, and secured funding for grassroot organizations.
For the past 5 decades, AAPI Equity Alliance and our 50 member organizations have been committed to improving the lives of AAPIs in Los Angeles through policy advocacy, capacity building, and civic engagement.
Join us in celebrating 50 years on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at the California Science Center in Los Angeles!
“AAPI Power: Democracy in Action” Policy Summit
Thursday, May 21, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The summit will consist of panel conversations and breakout sessions on strengthening democratic participation, building cross-sector alignment, and equipping participants with the tools, relationships, and strategies to address the diverse needs of AAPI communities.
“50 Years of Leadership & Legacy” Anniversary Gala
Thursday, May 21, 2026
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The gala will be a night to celebrate five decades of advocacy, justice, policy, community, and change. Together, we will honor the legacy of our founders, celebrate accomplished leaders, and carry on the torch to tackle the challenges facing our communities.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
GYL CPAs and Advisors
Movement Sustainer