Initiatives and Activities

Strategic Priorities:

• Advisor to the State and the AANHPI Community
  • MAPAAC aims to strengthen its advisory role to the state, becoming a trusted resource for shaping policies that impact AANHPI communities. This includes gathering community input, maintaining relationships with state legislators, and creating a comprehensive "State of AAPI Communities" report to inform policy.
• Bridge-Builder Across AANHPI Sub-Groups
  • MAPAAC will foster unity within the community by promoting inter-group dialogue and cultural exchange. This will be achieved through transparent grant guidelines, showcasing successful projects, and organizing community events and educational webinars to facilitate collaboration.
• Youth Empowerment and Development
  • MAPAAC is committed to empowering the next generation of leaders through mentorship, leadership programs, and advocacy for educational equity. The plan includes launching a competitive youth scholarship program and promoting ethnic history in school curriculums to ensure equitable access to education for students.

MAPAAC’s Short-term Goals:

• Strengthen Community Engagement and Input
  • Host listening sessions, town halls, and surveys to gather diverse feedback from AANHPI communities across Michigan.
  • Establish ongoing communication channels to maintain regular engagement and ensure transparency with community members.
• Enhance MAPAAC's Advisory Role
  • Increase engagement with state legislators and cultivate strategic relationships with key policymakers to advocate effectively for AANHPI issues.
  • Position MAPAAC as a trusted and influential resource in shaping state policies that affect AANHPI communities.
• Promote Unity Across AAPI Sub-Groups
  • Foster collaboration among AANHPI sub-groups to address common challenges, build mutual understanding, and enhance collective advocacy efforts.
  • Organize cross-cultural events and initiatives to strengthen solidarity and foster community-wide cooperation.
• Increase MAPAAC Visibility and Communication
  • Boost outreach efforts through targeted social media campaigns, newsletters, and community bulletins to keep AANHPI communities informed and engaged.
  • Elevate MAPAAC’s visibility by showcasing community successes, legislative updates, and key initiatives in a variety of communication platforms.

MAPAAC’s Long-term Goals:

1. Establish MAPAAC as a Statewide, Trusted Advisory Body: By 2030, MAPAAC aims to be a critical resource in shaping policies affecting AAPI communities, with a comprehensive “State of AANHPI Communities” report as a tool for legislative advocacy.
2. Foster a Unified AAPI Presence in Michigan: MAPAAC will work to ensure all AANHPI sub-groups have equitable representation, focusing on collective action and solidarity.
3. Expand AAPI Youth Leadership Pipeline: MAPAAC will create a robust leadership pipeline for AANHPI youth, including mentorship programs and a statewide leadership conference.
4. Improve Economic and Educational Equity: MAPAAC will advocate for policies promoting job training, workforce development, and equitable access to financial resources while ensuring AANHPI history is included in school curriculum.
5. Strengthen MAPAAC’s Sustainability and Resource Development: MAPAAC will diversify and increase its funding sources, ensuring long-term financial sustainability through partnerships, public funding, and fundraising campaigns.
6. Build a Comprehensive Health Equity Framework for AANHPI Communities: Work with state health departments to provide targeted health education and outreach campaigns focused on AANHPI-specific issues like chronic diseases, language barriers, and preventative care.