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Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
Gina Lee Gina Lee

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

May was a vibrant and inspiring month as we celebrated Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with enthusiasm and pride! Our team eagerly joined a variety of events throughout the community, all aimed at honoring AAPI heritage and raising awareness about important cultural and social issues. From lively community happy hours and engaging book signings to volunteering at festivals, every moment was filled with connection and celebration.

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Youth Council Presents Research Projects on Educational Equity
Gina Lee Gina Lee

Youth Council Presents Research Projects on Educational Equity

As we’ve concluded our school year and now deep into summer, we’re reflecting on an incredible school year—and shining a spotlight on our amazing Youth Council! This dedicated group of young leaders spent the year diving deep into important social issues. They researched topics on educational equity, focusing on disability rights, and mental health.

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Embracing Our Minds: A Mental Health Workshop Series
Gina Lee Gina Lee

Embracing Our Minds: A Mental Health Workshop Series

This spring, we wrapped up Embracing Our Minds mental health workshop series, and what an incredible journey it has been! Across three powerful sessions, youth and parents alike engaged in meaningful experiences that fostered connection, creativity, and expression.

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Meet the Team
Gina Lee Gina Lee

Meet the Team

Welcome our new team members! We have Daniella Caluza as our Mentoring & Volunteer Coordinator and Michelle Wee as our MD Youth Facilitation Coordinator, and we briefly had Liz Nguyen join us as our project manager.

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