AACFPA (c3)
2024 Programs
API PA empowers APIs in Pennsylvania through political, electoral, and legislative efforts, focusing on saving Chinatown and seeking justice for Christian Hall. They engage in direct voter contact, build solidarity with aligned communities, and advocate for justice and cultural preservation.
Mission
Asian Pacific Islander Political Alliance’s (API PA) mission is to build long-term power for APIs in Pennsylvania by coordinating political, electoral, and legislative work to hold our elected officials accountable; engaging in culturally competent and linguistically accessible direct voter contact with our communities; and building solidarity with other aligned communities of color across the state.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
States Engaged: PA
Geographic Coverage by Congressional District:
PA-10 Geographic Density Focus: Rural / Suburban / Small city (<100k), Urban – Large city or suburb of large city (>100k)
Core Constituencies: Immigrant, MASA (Muslim; Arab; South Asian)
Leadership Diversity: BIPOC-led, Women-led, Queer-led, Youth-led (aged 15-35)
Lead Contact:
Mohan Seshadri, Executive Director, they/he, mohan@apipennsylvania.org
Last Updated: December 20, 2023

