From June 6th-9th, 2023, SAAPRI’s Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended the 2022 Impact Summit & Gala, hosted by the Indian American Impact Project, representing SAAPRI, who was a partner of the event. SAAPRI collaborated with The Legal Defense Fund for…
Cook County and City of Chicago Asian American Heritage Month Celebration
On May 25th, 2023, Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended Cook County and the City of Chicago’s celebration of Asian American Heritage Month, featuring Alderperson Nicole Lee of the 11th Ward, Alderperson Lent Manaa-Hoppenworth of the 48th Ward, and Commissioner Josina…
Chicago History Museum AAPI Heritage Month Celebration
On May 21st, 2023, SAAPRI team members hosted a table at the Chicago History Museum’s celebration of Chicago’s Asian American and Pacific Islander community. According to the Chicago History Museum, AAPI Heritage Month takes place in May to commemorate two dates:…
Chai Shai with SAAPRI
On May 21st, 2023, SAAPRI hosted a casual Spring Mixer in David McKay Memorial Garden in Chicago, IL. Despite the struggles and setbacks faced by our community members during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are full of optimism, conviction, and purpose. We look…
WBEZ Reset Panel on “Creating Culturally Competent Care For Asian Americans”
On May 17th, 2023, Executive Director Shobhana Verma joined WBEZ’s Reset panel on “Creating Culturally Competent Care For Asian Americans.” The panel discussed the barriers and stigma Asian Americans face when it comes to both physical and mental health and…
Oakton Community College Asian Night Market
On May 12th, 2023, SAAPRI team members supported Oakton Community College’s 2nd Annual Asian Night Market. They were joined by dozens of local AAPI businesses and organizations serving our Chicagoland communities.
The Salvation Army’s North & Central Illinois Division’s 2023 Civic Luncheon
On May 11th, 2023, Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended the Salvation Army’s North & Central Illinois Division’s 2023 Civic Luncheon.
Our Stories: Breast Cancer in the South Asian American Community
On May 9th, 2023, SAAPRI hosted the first part of a 3-part panel discussion exploring breast cancer in our community. The first panel involved sharing stories and hearing from four distinguished survivors. At SAAPRI, we are keen on gathering and…
Asian American Heritage Month Reception
On May 9th, 2023, SAAPRI team members attended an Asian American Heritage Month Reception in Springfield, IL hosted by various Asian American State Representatives. Special guests included IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra, IEPA Director John Kim, and IDHS Secretary Grace…
2023 Asian American Action Day!
On May 9th, 2023, SAAPRI joined our Pan Asian Voter Empowerment Coalition – PAVE Coalition partners for the 10th Annual Asian American Action Day (AAA Day) in Springfield, IL to share our stories with legislators and demand support for some…