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Asian Pacific Community Fund seeks nominations for 2010 Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy
Posted by Gladys Malibiran @AAPIPNGEC in AAPI communities, AAPI philanthropy, AAPIP, philanthropy on December 22, 2009
Visit the Asian Pacific Community Fund’s website for full details: http://apcf.org/index.php/news
2nd Annual 2010 Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Recognition Awards!
The Asian Pacific Community Fund (APCF) in partnership with Asian Americans/ Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) is seeking nominations for young individuals and organizations that have exemplified outstanding support for the Asian Pacific Islander community through their leadership and philanthropic efforts.
Two individuals and two organizations will receive awards. All nominees will be recognized. The awards will be presented at the 2nd Annual Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Recognition Awards to be held in early March. Completed nomination packages must be received by 5:00 P.M., Monday, January 25, 2010.
Apply online, or send all forms by mail to:
ATTN: ELP Recognition Awards, 1145 Wilshire Blvd. 1st Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017, or by fax to: (213) 624-6406.
For more information about the Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Recognition Awards, contact Kristina Ramos, Marketing Associate of the Asian Pacific Community Fund, at (213) 624-6400 x4
More information available at Asian Pacific Community Fund’s website http://apcf.org/index.php/news
December 2009 ~ new AAPIP Job Announcements!
Posted by Gladys Malibiran @AAPIPNGEC in AAPI communities, AAPI nonprofits, AAPI philanthropy, AAPI women, AAPIP, philanthropy, social justice on December 12, 2009
AAPIP is hiring! Follow the links for more detailed information.

Founded in 1990, Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) is a national membership and advocacy organization dedicated to improving Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities through philanthropy. AAPIP also seeks to advance traditional philanthropy by making it more inclusive, just, equitable, and accountable. AAPIP members include foundations, staff and trustees of grantmaking organizations, and nonprofit organizations in eight regional chapters in the United States. AAPIP engages AAPI communities and philanthropy to address unmet needs; serves as a resource for and about AAPI communities; supports and facilitates giving by and to AAPI communities; and incubates new ideas and approaches for social justice philanthropy.
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Membership Services Manager, AAPIP, San Francisco
Summary:
Located in the San Francisco national office, the Membership Services Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining and evaluating the organizations membership programs to contribute to the organizations mission and goals in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. AAPIP is expanding its membership strategy to encompass a network of members, giving circle volunteers/donors, and nonprofits/grantees; refining program strategies and activities accordingly.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Develop, implement and maintain an effective strategic membership retention and recruitment plan for each membership level to meet membership goals.
- Analyze and prepare accurate and complete membership data for reporting and strategic implications.
- Organize effective membership programs including annual membership; meeting/programs and leadership retreat within established timeframes and budget.
- Effectively develop and support existing chapters and grow new regional chapters in accordance with organization strategy.
- Effectively develop and implement national and regional programs and projects to meet organization mission and goals.
- Effectively develop and implement fundraising plan for institutional members to meet established goals.
- Develop clear, complete and concise recruitment and retention materials.
- Maintain complete and accurate databases and records including but not limited to integrated donor and membership database, current membership data and records, and current national and chapter email list servers and website pages related to membership.
- Promptly responds to requests for information about membership and follows up as appropriate including processing membership forms.
- Effectively coordinates program activities, such as annual membership meetings and events for the national office, chapters, and other funds during all phases of the event from planning to implementation.
- Provides chapter co-chair support.
- Write clear, complete and effective grant proposals and reports.
- Supports the Director, Strategic Communications in planning and implementation of Council on Foundations and AAPIP annual meeting and leadership retreat activities as well as activities for other philanthropic conferences and other affinity groups. With Research Director, develops and submits program proposals for these events.
- Prepare thorough and well-supported annual budget for assigned area of responsibility and monitor allocation of resources according to budgetary limitations.
- Identify, develop and implement opportunities for additional or improved services and procedures to ensure program services are delivered in accordance with policy and organization mission and goals and to meet membership and communication needs.
- Actively participate in the development of organizational goals. Develop, recommend, and administer organization policy and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May select and direct the work of consultants and volunteers.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge of activities related to membership, development, preferably in a philanthropy or community service organization as evidenced by a minimum of 3 years related experience..
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen effectively, to select and use appropriate communication methods, and to present ideas and information effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to routine and non-routine inquiries or issues from members, the media and the general public.
- Demonstrated ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities to conclusion.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve problems that balance multiple needs and interests.
- Demonstrated ability to respond to changing and sometimes ambiguous situations.
- Demonstrated ability to use sound and accurate judgment.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to workload.
- Demonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughness in completing work.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to view every action and decision in terms of organization impact and to understand and anticipate organization needs.
- Demonstrated ability to obtain desired work results without direct authority in working with consultants, volunteers, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to complete objectives and projects with periodic review by manager at key milestones.
- Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably in Marketing or related field.
Minimum three years of experience in membership or marketing is required, preferably in a philanthropy or community service organization.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee works primarily in an office environment. Position requires travel up to 20% of time on the job.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer. Position requires clear vision at 20 inches or less and ability to adjust focus. Position also requires occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
To apply & more info, go to > Membership Services Manager, AAPIP, San Francisco
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2010 Meeting and Events Coordinator, AAPIP, San Francisco
Summary:
Located in the San Francisco national office, the 2010 Meeting and Events Coordinator directly reports to the Director, Philanthropic Advocacy and is responsible for coordinating in the: 1) standardizing systems and protocols for all meetings and events 2) end to end management and ownership of all program elements in order to create positive meeting and event experiences that meets meeting or event goals for all stakeholders. This is a one-year staff position with full benefits.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee works primarily in an office environment. Position requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer. Position also requires travel up to 15% of time on the job.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer. Position requires clear vision at 20 inches or less and ability to adjust focus. Position requires occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
To apply & more info, go to > 2010 Meeting and Events Coordinator, AAPIP, San Francisco
Advancing Justice Conference, AAPIs Building New Foundations for Civil Rights ~ 10/29 – 10/30 in LA
Posted by Gladys Malibiran @AAPIPNGEC in AAPI communities, AAPI nonprofits, AAPI philanthropy, AAPI women, gender & equity, movement building, other events / trainings, recommended resource, social justice on October 28, 2009
Featured panelists at this event include speakers from some of the NGEC’s OFP organizations: KGA, SAN, KRC, & CPA!
Visit the Advancing Justice site for all the details and scroll down for more information on specific workshops.
“The Advancing Justice Conference is an inaugural national civil rights and social justice conference, expected to draw several hundred individuals from across the country. The conference aims to bring together a diverse group of stakeholders in one place to address a broad range of issues facing the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. It serves as a unique forum where researchers, advocates, direct service providers and other leaders can meet face-to-face, talk about their common challenges and find ways to work collaboratively.
Taking place over two days, the conference covers a variety of issues including: immigration reform and enforcement, immigrant integration, human rights, civil rights and national security, health care, Census 2010, redistricting, low-wage workers, hate crimes, and LGBT rights. It also includes presentations on corporate and foundation fundraising, new media, community organizing, board and commission participation, capacity building, and intergroup collaboration.
The Advancing Justice Conference is a joint project by the Asian American Institute (Chicago), Asian American Justice Center (Washington, D.C.), Asian Law Caucus (San Francisco) and Asian Pacific American Legal Center (Los Angeles).”
A few workshops to note:
Civil Rights at the Intersections of Gender Identity, Sexuality, Immigration and Race
Date: Friday, October 30, 2009
Time: 2:15 – 3:45
Place: Room 6, First Floor
Workshop Track: Civil & Human Rights
This workshop will explore intersections between lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) struggles and the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander civil rights agenda, with a goal of promoting greater inclusion of LGBT issues by Asian American and Pacific Islander allied organizations and advocates. Speakers will cover issues such as the parallels between the efforts to ban marriage between same-sex partners and earlier laws prohibiting interracial marriage, the similar struggles of undocumented immigrants and transgender individuals, and the efforts to raise the concerns of same-sex binational couples in both the marriage equality and immigration reform movements. An allied organization will also discuss its challenges to support LGBT issues in a community that is highly religious.
The Asian Pacific American Legal Center is a California State Bar certified provider of MCLE credits and this workshop has been approved for 1 hour of credit. To receive California MCLE credit, attorneys must pay an additional $10 per workshop that offers MCLE credit. Payment collected separately onsite.
Speakers:
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Ben de Guzman Co-Director of Programs National Queer API Alliance |
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Yongho Kim Civic Participation Coordinator Korean Resource Center |
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Hector Vargas Deputy Director, Education and Public Affairs Lambda Legal |
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Karin Wang Vice President of Programs Asian Pacific American Legal Center (Workshop Moderator) |
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Doreena Wong Co-Founder Asian/Pacific Islander Queer Women/Transgender Activists |
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Shin-Ming Wong Helpline Attorney National Center for Lesbian Rights |
Organizing Low-Wage Workers and Fighting for Justice
Date: Friday, October 30, 2009
Time: 10:45 – 12:15
Place: Room 3, First Floor
Asian immigrant workers throughout the United States face numerous obstacles to fair wages, equal treatment and safe and healthy working conditions. In response, low-wage workers and their advocates have fought for justice through the courts, governmental agencies and organizing. Advocates focusing on problems in the taxi industry, home care workers, guestworkers and restaurant workers will share the effective strategies they have successfully engaged to address the unique challenges facing each community.
The Asian Pacific American Legal Center is a California State Bar certified provider of MCLE credits and this workshop has been approved for 1 hour of credit. To receive California MCLE credit, attorneys must pay an additional $10 per workshop that offers MCLE credit. Payment collected separately onsite.
Speakers:
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Yungsuhn Park Staff Attorney Asian Pacific American Legal Center (Workshop Moderator) |
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Jennifer Rosenbaum Legal Director New Orleans Workers’ Center for Racial Justice |
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Sentayehu Silassie Founder Los Angeles Taxi Workers Alliance |
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Aquilina Soriano Executive Director Pilipino Workers Center |
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Alex Tom Co-Director Chinese Progressive Association |
National Security and Civil Rights
Date: Friday, October 30, 2009
Time: 10:45 – 12:15
Place: Room 5, First Floor
Since September 11, 2001, Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim and South Asian Americans (AMEMSA) have come face to face with racial and religious discrimination with disturbing regularity. From the workplace to schools to the United States border, these communities are subjected to higher levels of scrutiny and suspicion in the name of national security. This workshop will showcase how community members and advocates are working to reverse the trends in laws, policies and attitudes that have endangered the civil rights and civil liberties of all.
The Asian Pacific American Legal Center is a California State Bar certified provider of MCLE credits and this workshop has been approved for 1 hour of credit. To receive California MCLE credit, attorneys must pay an additional $10 per workshop that offers MCLE credit. Payment collected separately onsite.
Speakers:
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Sameer Ahmed Skadden Fellow Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund |
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Veena Dubal Staff Attorney Asian Law Caucus (Workshop Moderator) |
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Nadeen Elshorafa Organizer Arab Resource and Organizing Center |
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Hamid Khan Executive Director South Asian Network |
Capacity Building For Small Organizations
Date: Friday, October 30, 2009
Time: 2:15 – 3:45
Place: Room 5, First Floor
Workshop Track: Capacity Building
Small community-based organizations often have challenges in getting off the ground, particularly in difficult economic times. This session will discuss board development and volunteer management tools to enable small organizations to grow and expand.
Speakers:
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Jury Candelario Director Asian Pacific AIDS Intervention Team |
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Deborah Ching Principal Nonprofit Consulting Group |
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Preeti Kulkarni Board Member Asian Pacific Americans for Progress |
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Tuyet Le Executive Director Asian American Institute (Workshop Moderator) |
Don’t be Left Behind: Get the Buzz on Integrating New Media Techniques into Your Work
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2009
Time: 2:15 – 3:45
Place: Room 5, First Floor
The Obama Campaign revolutionized online communications that ultimately led him and his team to the White House. In California’s gubernatorial race, candidates have already demonstrated the importance of this phenomenon as they announce their candidacy. From galvanizing the community to outreaching to potential donors, online communications are becoming more essential to organizational success. It offers community-based organizations timely and cost-effective opportunities to reach their target audiences. It’s not just a trend of the future; it has established itself as the 21st century industry standard. How can your organization develop these mediums to reach its goals? Where does your organization start? Where can it improve? Join us to answer these questions and learn about how your organization can use this interactive, participatory medium—such as blogs, Facebook, Twitter, action alerts, YouTube and podcasts—to build fresh communications strategies and strengthen constituent support. Participants will learn about online communications tools available at minimal or no cost, gain insight into which online techniques will best meet your goals, receive materials and recommendations for further resources, and participate in a world-class discussion with the industry’s experts.
Speakers:
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Ted Fang Editor/Publisher AsianWeek |
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Keith Kamisugi Director of Communications Equal Justice Society |
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Peter Swing Director of Communications and Donor Relations Asian Law Caucus (Workshop Moderator) |
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Jen Wang Co-Creator DISGRASIAN.com |
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Phil Yu Creator and Editor AngyAsianMan.com |

























