On Monday, April 14th from 10 AM-2 PM, SAAPRI is sharing its Oral History Project and curriculum, offering educators valuable tools to teach South Asian American history and create inclusive classrooms. The SAAPRI exhibit “Memories and Milestones” showcased the journey of South…

Navigating the Early Days of the Trump Presidency 2.0
Description Join SAAPRI and SAAJCO for a critical conversation on civil rights, immigration policies, and community protections in this new political landscape. Experts and advocates will break down the changes, provide key insights, and share actionable steps to stay informed…
Press Release: Engaged Communities Series
SAAPRI and SAAJCO Launch Engaged Communities Series to Spotlight Civil Rights and Community Action March 3, 2025 – At a time when civil rights and community engagement are more critical than ever, the South Asian American Policy and Research Institute…
Supporting South Asian Immigrants: Insights from Community and Advocacy Organizations
This survey will help us learn about the immigration challenges faced by lawyers and community-based organizations who advocate on behalf of South Asian American immigrant communities.
South Asian Immigrant Experiences: Challenges & Opportunities
This survey will help us learn about the immigration challenges faced by South Asian Americans.
Black History Month Celebration
On January 28th, 2025, Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended the Black History Month Celebration, hosted by Cook County.

2024 Impact Report
We’re proud to share SAAPRI’s 2024 Impact Report, showcasing the groundbreaking work we’ve accomplished this year to empower the South Asian American community. We would also like to share a special message from our Executive Director Shobhana Verma.
Protect Your Vote: Navigating Election Challenges
On November 1st, 2024, SAAPRI presented the last event in our GOTV Event Series: “Protect Your Vote: Navigating Election Challenges,” co-hosted by The North American South Asian Law Students Association (NASALSA) and South Asian Legal Defense Fund (SALDF). With the 2024 Presidential Election around…
2024 Field Museum Educator Open House
On October 17th, 2024, SAAPRI partnered with the Field Museum to bring its Oral History exhibit to help Pre-K-12 educators explore effective strategies for teaching Asian American history and fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Since the enactment of the TEAACH…
White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) Policy Summit
On September 24th, 2024, Executive Director Shobhana Verma met alongside policy experts and community leaders from across the country at the WHIAANHPI’s 2024 Policy Summit. She was able to hear from organizations such as Asian Americans Advancing Justice – AAJC,…