Committees

AAPI Equity Alliance’s member organizations and external partners work collaboratively on focus areas chosen by our membership, reflecting the unique and varied needs of our AAPI communities.

Civic Engagement Task Force

Civic and Engagement Task Force

The Civic Engagement Task Force is a dedicated group of member organizations who build power and capacity in our communities, and across communities of color, through civic engagement and coalition building. The Civic Engagement Task Force organizes alongside community members, leaders and coalition partners, including The People’s Bloc, Our Unite Reform (OUR) LA, and LA Forward. With their collective knowledge of the Los Angeles County government and policy systems, they are able to uplift community voices and advocate for policies that serve the AAPI community’s unique needs. The Civic Engagement TaskForce focus will be on the election and city council reform for the coming year.

Mental Health

Mental Health

The Mental Health Committee is a group of passionate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community members who recognize the pressing need for culturally sensitive and inclusive mental health services in the community.

Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking

The Human Trafficking Committee is a group of community members who are committed to combating human trafficking in the AAPI community.

Older Adults

Older Adults

The Older Adults committee recognizes that the AAPI community has a growing population of older adults who have unique needs and challenges, such as language barriers, cultural differences, and access to healthcare.

Housing & Economic Development

Housing & Economic Development

The Housing and Economic Development Committee promotes equitable economic growth and policies for historically underrepresented AAPI communities.

Environmental Justice

Environmental Justice

The Environmental Justice Task Force is a group who strive to promote equity and justice in environmental issues.

Health

Health

The Health Committee is a group of dedicated Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community members who are committed to promoting access to equitable healthcare for all members of the community.