On Wednesday, April 30, 2025, SAAPRI and the Pan-Asian Voter Empowerment Coalition (PAVE) are holding our 12th Asian American Action Day at the State Capitol in Springfield, IL! We’re heading to Springfield because policies are passed through stories and our…
Chicago Voter Engagement Forum
On April 5, 2025, Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended and served as a speaker and panelist at the Chicago Voter Engagement Forum, hosted by the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners.
2025 Women’s History Month Celebration
On March 25th, 2024, SAAPRI team members Anushka Das, Francys Muñoz, Julie Thomas Achettu, and Prottusha Sarkar attended Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Women’s History Month Celebration at the Chicago Cultural Center
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…
Black History Month Celebration
On January 28th, 2025, Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended the Black History Month Celebration, hosted by Cook County.
Vasilopita Celebration: Honoring the Chicago Consular Corps
On January 28th, 2025, SAAPRI’s Executive Director Shobhana Verma was invited to the Vasilopita Celebration, honoring the Chicago Consular Corps.
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.
Movember: Men’s Mental Health Discussion
On Sunday, December 1st at 5 PM CST on Instagram Live, SAAPRI is proud to have continued its tradition by hosting its third annual panel discussion to discuss men’s health. Movember is an annual campaign each November where individuals grow…
Report – Breaking Barriers: Unpacking Breast Cancer Challenges & Triumphs for South Asian Americans
Request Access for Full Report Our latest report is the culmination of a year-long campaign dedicated to uncovering the unique experiences, challenges, and barriers that South Asian American women face in breast cancer awareness, screening, and care. From extensive research…
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,…