APIAHF

Mission

APIAHF influences policy, mobilizes communities, and strengthens programs and organizations to improve the health of Asian Americans & Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders.

About

  • Offices in San Francisco and Washington, DC
  • Established 1986
  • Also Known As: “Health Forum”

APIAHF is the oldest and largest health advocacy organization working with AA & NH/PI communities across the nation, in the US Territories, and with the US‐affiliated Pacific jurisdictions. By providing policy and political analysis, research and data support, and effective communications strategies, APIAHF supports local AA & NH/PI communities to have an influence on local, state, and national policy. By providing grants, training, technical assistance, and consulting, APIAHF is a source of key resources so that communities can mobilize and grow stronger in their coalitions and organizational structures.

Vision Statement

APIAHF envisions a world where all people share responsibility and take action to ensure healthy and vibrant communities for current and future generations.

Values

RESPECT because we affirm the identity, rights and dignity of all people.

FAIRNESS in how people are treated by others and by institutions, including who participates in decision making processes.

EQUITY in power, opportunities, and resources to address obstacles, hindering vulnerable communities and groups from living their healthiest lives.