February 11, 2009
Dear APANO Members and Friends –
Happy Year of the Ox. The newly elected APANO Board meets for the first time Tuesday, Feb 17, 630-830 PM at the Asian Reporter Foundation on N Killingsworth. We are still preparing a report on the Statewide Retreat Jan 23-24, but suffice to say it was an amazing gathering of 64 API from across Oregon. A more business/news email will follow this events announcement.
We are moving forward with 2 key initiatives – APANO’s Many Rivers Project which will be conducting 12 API listening circles, and establishing an APANO Policy Working Group whose goals include an API Legislative Day possibly in May 2009.
Below are several events that are of special interest to APANO:
- APANO will have a table with DisOrient Film Festival in Eugene at this weekends Asian Celebration. We are still seeking volunteers for Feb 14-15 to staff the table.
- Procession for Respect and Dignity Feb 18 4-6pm in St Helens. If you’re planning to go, let us know so we can walk together.
- Asian American Journalists Association Oregon Chapter is hosting a Capital Discussion and Tour Sat Feb 28 10am-Noon. This is an opportunity to become more familiar with Salem, the Legislative Process, and APANO visibility!
- API Leadership Conference Feb 28 in Seattle WA day-long. A comprehensive opportunity to develop your skills with other API from the Pacific Northwest.
Let us know if you’re interested in these, we can help carpool, may be able to provide small scholarships, and would love to connect folks.
Sincerely,
Rev. Joseph Santos-Lyons
ps – Please join APANO as a dues-paying member at www.apano.org starting at $5/year. Your contribution and membership are critical to API voice in Oregon.
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2009 Oregon Asian Celebration: “Heart of Asia”
February 14 & 15, 2009
10 a.m. to 7 pm Saturday; 10 am to 6 pm on Sunday
Lane Events Center/Fairgrounds, Eugene, OR
Eugene, OR– Bring your loved ones to this year’s Oregon Asian Celebration! The 24th annual Oregon Asian Celebrationcelebrates the theme “Heart of Asia” with nonstop festivities February 14 and 15 at the Lane Events Center at the Fairgrounds. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. both days and close at 7:00 pm on Saturday and 6 p.m. on Sunday.
A full schedule of main stage entertainment is planned. Back by popular demand, is the Northwest’s renownedPortland Taiko. Entertainment is also planned for the Atrium Arts stage, Youth room area, and Martial Arts stage. On both Saturday and Sunday at the Atrium Art stage, the University of Oregon International Cultural Service Program will feature performances by international students from China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong/Philippines, Indonesia,Vietnam, India, Nepal, and Bhutan. Closing the festival at the Atrium Art stage, the Consulate General of Indonesia is presenting a traditional Balinese Dance at 6:00 pm on Saturday, only.
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Columbia County is ground zero in Oregon’s struggle against anti-immigrant attempts to scapegoat immigrants during these tough economic times. We defeated Ballot Measure 191 (the big racist signs initiative) but were unable to stop Measure 190 (a cut and paste from Arizona that mandates homeland security’s E-Verify database along with a $10,000 fine).
On January 30th, we won an injunction that has temporarily stopped Measure 190 from taking effect, but the battle is not over. That is why we need to stand together as rural and urban, Latino and allies to demand respect and dignity for all people.
WHAT: Procession for Respect and Dignity
WHEN: Wednesday, February 18, 2009. 4pm – 6pm
WHERE: St. Helen’s, Oregon. Starting at St. Frederic Catholic Church, 175 S 13th, and ending at the CountyCourthouse
RSVP if you can join us by emailing amy@rop.org or calling 503-543-8417. Carpools are organizing, so let us know if you need or can give a ride!
For more information go to www.rop.org
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Coloredpencils Art and Culture Night :
Art Show and Open Mic by newcomers
every last Friday event
Friday, Feb 27, 2009. 5.30-9.30 p.m.
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You’re invited to a Salem Capitol forum discussion and tour hosted by
AAJA Portland. The Feb. 28 event is a great way to learn about Asian
American Pacific Islander issues in state government and network with
Oregon journalists. We hope to see you there!
What: AAJA Capitol discussion and tour.
Who: AAJA members, journalists and Asian American Pacific Islander
community members and three invited panelists:
Liani Reeves, attorney at state Department of Justice and on the
Oregon Commission on Asian Affairs; Patrick Sieng, legislative
assistant to state Rep. Jean Cowan, D-Newport, and candidate for
Salem-Keizer School Board; Carol Suzuki, operations director for
Senate Majority Office, who also has been on the commission.
Panel topics: Asian American Pacific Islander participation in Oregon
government and politics, also discussion of Capitol reporting with
Peter Wong, Statesman Journal reporter.
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28. Program is expected to last until
11:15 a.m., and then include a tour of the Capitol. Lunch is on your
own.
Where: Room 43 (press conference room), Capitol. Please use the east
entrance, as the Capitol itself will be closed. (Entry will be by key
card and coordinated by event organizers.)
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Register now for our Feb 27/28 API Community Leadership Conference weekend events!
Fri, Feb 27: ACLF Karaoke Social! (pre-conference event)
Sat, Feb 28: 7th Annual Puget Sound API Community Leadership Conference hosted by ACLF, EDI and LEAP.
7th Annual Puget Sound Community Leadership Conference!
WHEN Saturday, February 28th, 2009
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WHERE Shoreline Community College
16101 Greenwood Avenue North
Shoreline, Washington 98133
COST Registration: $10 student / $25 general
(includes breakfast, lunch and materials)
Spots are limited!
This one-day conference offers six innovative, personal and leadership development workshops.
Workshops include:
- Ike Ikeda’s Principles: 11 Ways His Heritage Influenced His Work and Life
- Effective Communication Styles
- Social Media: Engage Your Audience, Help Your Organization Stand out, and Be More Effective
- Work/Life Balance
- Replanting the Seeds: Grassroots Nonprofit Fundraising Training
- The Power of Networking
Designed by and for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, these workshops will provide the tools and knowledge for participants to leverage their leadership skills and lead community action in their communities and beyond.
Come out, develop your skills, and meet other active community members, students, and professionals who are leaders in the community!
Online registration is up on our website at:
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