First Thursdays is a monthly dinner series for people in the non-profit, for-profit, and government sectors interested in Asian American & Pacific Islander (AA&PI) community issues and service opportunities. Our mission is to foster a sense of community and understanding through educational events, focusing on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
The biggest problem of playing the odds is having the odds play you. Learn why Problem Gambling is a serious issue in our community and what you can do to help someone you care for. There is so much more to lose than just money.
Premier Screening: AACI’s Asian American Voices is a documentary that follows the successes, hardships, and hopes of three immigrants in Silicon Valley working to shape the community.
Presentation & Dialogue: Engage with policy advocates on issues that affect all immigrant communities:
Have you ever needed to make a complaint about the police, but didn’t know where to turn? Come to SBFT’s February event, where we will be highlighting the role and responsibility of the Independent Police Auditor. This interactive and engaging forum will focus on what an effective IPA could mean for public safety.
Panelists:
Anne Im – Director of Community Programs & Advocacy, AACI Daniel Katz – Assistant Chief of Police, City of San Jose Richard Konda – Executive Director, Asian Law Alliance
Shivaun Nurre – Acting Independent Police Auditor, City of San Jose
Every ten years, the voting lines in California are redrawn to evenly divide the voting districts based on the latest census data. How the lines are drawn can determine who will run for office and who will win, and whether communities are kept together or split unfairly. In the past, the State Legislature has drawn [...] […]
Barry Pham, the 8-month old son of National employee Linh Truong, is fighting for his life. He has been through chemotherapy for biphenotypic acute leukemia and is now in need of a bone marrow transplant to survive. His family members have all been tested, and unfortunately, there is no match. Linh and her entire family have [...] […]
Hyphen and the Oakland Asian Cultural Center (OACC) present the fourth annual Mr. Hyphen competition on November 14, 2009, celebrating the men of the Asian American community. Each year, Hyphen and OACC celebrate Asian American men who devote themselves to worthy community causes. While structured like a pageant with rounds of talent, fashion and Q&A, [. […]
Our internet survey is related to women’s health studying how different ethnic groups and socioeconomic classes view physical activity. We are especially in need of participation from Asian Americans and low-income Asian-Americans. Dr. Eun-Ok Im’s work involves conducting an Internet study on the attitudes toward physical activity among diverse ethnic groups […]
Friday, November 20, 8pm with cast reception Saturday, November 21, 7pm and 10pm San José Woman’s Club 75 South 11th Street, San José Welcome back 18 Mighty Mountain Warriors—L.A.’s hottest sketch comedy troupe! celebrate 18 MMW’s 15th anniversary with sketches old and new: • The 18 MMW News! • Bringing you news and opinions from a golden brown perspecti […]
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