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President Obama issued a call to action at the start of 2013: Congress must come together to fix our complex immigration system. APIAHF supports commonsense immigration reforms that make America a better, healthier nation for everyone. As Congress and the White House craft solutions over the coming weeks and months, APIAHF will work to ensure that these solutions benefit all Americans, bring families together and support access to health care for all.
January 29, 2013
WASHINGTON—Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) President Kathy Ko Chin issued the following statement in response to President Obama's announcement calling for reforming America’s immigration policies:
"APIAHF applauds President Obama for taking a strong stance to overhaul our broken immigration system. For far too long, our immigration laws have been a black eye on the values we hold dear in America—equality and justice.
Immigrants are the backbone of America.
January 22, 2013
WASHINGTON—The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) marked the 40th anniversary of the historic Roe v. Wade decision today by commemorating the significance of the case for women and their families, while acknowledging the continuing barriers that women face in accessing the reproductive health care services they need.
“Abortion care and coverage is essential health care for women,” said Kathy Ko Chin, APIAHF president and CEO.
APIAHF is seeking a Community Engagement Assistant for our Engagement Branch. Interested candidates should reply with cover letter, salary requirements, and resume to hr@apiahf.org
Organizational Description:
The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) influences policy, mobilizes communities, and strengthens programs and organizations to improve the health of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) populations. Our values are respect, fairness, equity, and health justice for all.
Health and safety net programs remain on the chopping block.
January 3, 2013
WASHINGTON—The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) is encouraged that Congressional leaders and the administration were able to reach a compromise to avert the "fiscal cliff," but urges lawmakers to work expeditiously on an agreement to reduce the debt through balanced spending reductions and tax increases before March 2013.
The last-minute deal maintains tax cuts for the middle class and temporarily extends unemployment insurance, both of which are especially important for low- and middle-income Americans struggling in the weakened economy.
December 17, 2012
| Author: | APIAHF |
|---|---|
| Published: | December 2012 |
| Type: | Infographics |
| Language: | English |
| Topic: | Health advocacy » Advocacy training HIV/AIDS » Community planning Health advocacy » Capacity building HIV/AIDS Health advocacy Health policy Health advocacy » Community outreach Health advocacy » Cultural competency |
The STRIVE Project, a partnership of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) and the New York University Center for the Study of Asian American Health (CSAAH), is pleased to announce a request for proposals (RFP) for community-based organizations and coalitions to implement high-impact, population-wide, evidence- and practice-based strategies that reduce health disparities for Asian American (AA) and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) populations experiencing high burden from chronic disease related risk factors for lack of physical activity, poor nutrition, access
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For immediate release
November 7, 2012
WASHINGTON—The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) congratulates President Barack Obama on his reelection and welcomes new and returning members of the 113th Congress. The 113th Congress will be one of the most diverse, welcoming 18 female senators including Rep.
