SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 PRESS RELEASE CMS CALL TO ACTION RESULTS IN HALF A MILLION CHILDREN AND FAMILY MEMBERS REENROLLED IN HEALTH CARE COVERAGE SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 WASHINGTON —Today, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services announced that half a million children and other individuals regained coverage to CHIP and Medicaid as a result of its August call to action letter sent to all states and U.S. territories. The letter required immediate action from state Medicaid directors to address the affected families and safeguard them from improper disenrollments. Juliet K. Choi, president and CEO of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) released the following statement: “The immediate action by CMS has resulted in necessary and life-saving health coverage reinstated for some of our nation’s most vulnerable populations. “Today shows that CMS must continue to take bold, decisive steps to mitigate the devastating impacts of Medicaid Unwinding, especially as millions of additional families face the disenrollment cliff. We urge the Biden administration to protect access to affordable health care for all families, including additional accessible resources and outreach to vulnerable communities.” # # # The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) influences policy, mobilizes communities, and strengthens programs and organizations to improve the health of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders BACK TO PRESS RELEASES Next Item Previous Item BACK TO PRESS RELEASES

The AIDS movement has changed the way society thinks about the link between disease and social forces, the politics of public health and the importance of community involvement in programming, research, funding and policymaking. APIAHF’s HIV Program has a long history of addressing health inequities across all racial/ethnic communities, especially among at-risk, underserved, and vulnerable populations. CAPACITY BUILDING INITIATIVES The AIDS movement has changed the way society thinks about the link between disease and social forces, the politics of public health and the importance of community involvement in programming, research, funding and policymaking. APIAHF ’s HIV Program has a long history of addressing health inequities across all racial/ethnic communities, especially among at-risk, underserved, and vulnerable populations. COVID-19 & INFLUENZA TUBERCULOSIS ELIMINATION OUTREACH HIV EDUCATION & OUTREACH PUBLIC HEALTH INITITATIVES — The HIV Program works to improve the quality and sustainability of HIV prevention programs across the United States, including its affiliated territories, and to decrease the barriers to accessing HIV services and care for high-risk and racial/ethnic minority populations. APIAHF’s HIV Program accomplishes this by providing capacity building assistance via one-to-one consultations, skills-building trainings, peer based coaching and mentorship opportunities, and referrals to culturally and linguistically competent resources. Click on APIAHF 's initiatives below to find out more. CAPACITY BUILDING INITIATIVES 20 X 20 INITIATIVE The 20x20 Navigator program provides vital help to AA NH/PI communities in navigating the health insurance marketplace, enroll in Medicaid and Medicare, and access the services they need. Learn more about the 20x20 Navigator program here. 20x20 Navigator Program HEALTH ACCELERATOR The California Health Advocacy Accelerator (CHAA) will help community based organizations (CBOs) serving Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AA and NHPIs) to accelerate their capacities to advance public policy for health and health equity. AANHPIs are the fastest growing racial groups in California comprising over 17% of the state’s population, and the needs of the communities are wide and diverse. As important frontline service providers, CBOs provide critical culturally and linguistically tailored programs and accurate information. As CBOs, you are experts on your community needs and driven by missions to ensure these communities are not harmed or left behind in local, state and national level efforts to improve health and public health. Whether established or emerging, CBOs in California are ready for increasing their advocacy capacities. CHAA Aims to Boost CBOs’ Ability to Advance Public Policy. CHAA will develop the capacity of AANHPI-serving CBOs by increasing their knowledge, skills, and efficacy to be more resilient, inspiring, strategic, and impactful in addressing structural barriers and advancing health and other policy solutions. We believe CHAA will accelerate the growth of strong, sustainable AANHPI-serving CBOs that have policy as an organizational strategy and can engage in full scope public policy advocacy (the ability to exercise the broad spectrum of advocacy strategies and tactics). This 9-month program will begin with a 4-day in-person CHAA Immersive in Oakland, that brings together two-person teams from each CBO. The Immersive will provide a strong foundation in APIAHF’s full scope public policy advocacy framework, covering: (1) Advocacy Essentials; (2) Strategic Communications; and (3) Relationship Building. Following the Immersive, CBOs will convene through 6 distance-based learning sessions. We are currently accepting applications. Click here to review Request for Applications . California Health Advocacy Accelerator (CHAA) EDUCATIONAL DIGITAL INITIATIVE Learn more about our monthly digital podcast, "The Hot Pot." COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT More to come... The AIDS movement has changed the way society thinks about the link between disease and social forces, the politics of public health and the importance of community involvement in programming, research, funding and policymaking. APIAHF ’s HIV Program has a long history of addressing health inequities across all racial/ethnic communities, especially among at-risk, underserved, and vulnerable populations. PUBLIC HEALTH INITIATIVES COVID-19 & INFLUENZA — The AIDS movement has changed the way society thinks about the link between disease and social forces, the politics of public health and the importance of community involvement in programming, research, funding and policymaking. APIAHF’s HIV Program has a long history of addressing health inequities across all racial/ethnic communities, especially among at-risk, underserved, and vulnerable populations. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PUBLIC HEALTH INITIATIVES HIV Education & Outreach Tuberculosis Elimination Outreach COVID-19 & Influenza Capacity Building Initiatives LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PUBLIC HEALTH INITIATIVES Expanding Access to Healthcare COVID-19 & Influenza Tuberculosis Elimination Outreach HIV Education & Outreach

JUNE 27, 2025 PRESS RELEASE APIAHF APPLAUDS SUPREME COURT DECISION PRESERVING NO-COST PREVENTIVE SERVICES, RAISES CONCERN OVER HHS ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL OF TASK FORCE JUNE 27, 2025 WASHINGTON —The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) welcomes today’s Supreme Court decision in Kennedy v. Braidwood Management , which upholds the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) requirement that insurance companies cover preventive health services—such as colonoscopies, cancer screenings, and HIV prevention drugs—at no cost to patients. This landmark ruling protects access to lifesaving care for millions, including over 26 million Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) individuals, many of whom already face significant health disparities and structural barriers to care. “Today’s ruling is a vital win for public health, tackling persistent health disparities and health equity,” said Juliet K. Choi, President & CEO of APIAHF. “The ACA’s preventive care mandate has saved countless lives by removing cost as a barrier to essential services. It is reassuring that the Supreme Court upheld this critical protection that so many families and communities rely on.” Since 2010, the ACA has allowed over 150 million people to access preventive services without out-of-pocket costs. APIAHF enrolled over 1 million AANHPIs to receive coverage under the ACA. These preventative services include HIV prevention (PrEP), vaccines, cancer screenings, and chronic disease assessments. For AANHPI communities, the stakes are particularly high: Colorectal and liver cancer are leading causes of death among AANHPIs, yet screening rates continue to lag. Asian Americans make up more than 50% of hepatitis B infections in the U.S.—early screening is crucial for prevention and treatment. New HIV diagnoses have risen in the AANHPI population, making continued access to PrEP and related services essential. While the Court’s decision preserves these vital benefits, APIAHF remains concerned by its affirmation of the Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary’s authority to control the membership and recommendations of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)—the independent expert body that determines which services insurers must cover under the ACA. “Preserving coverage is a win, but politicizing the process of deciding what gets covered is a dangerous precedent,” said Choi. “Communities of color—including AANHPIs—depend on the integrity and scientific independence of the USPSTF. We urge Congress and the Administration to safeguard this process from undue political influence.” APIAHF calls on policymakers to ensure that decisions about preventive care continue to be grounded in medical research, public health science, and community needs, not shifting political priorities. # # # Achieving health equity for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities through law, policy and practice. BACK TO PRESS RELEASES Next Item Previous Item BACK TO PRESS RELEASES

MAKE A DONATION Frequently asked questions are answered below. Thank you! Frequency One time One time Monthly Monthly Amount $25 $25 $100 $100 $250 $250 $500 $500 Other Other 0/100 Please add any comments or dedications. DONATE $25 Our Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities need your help to eliminate health disparities and advance health equity. For more than three decades, APIAHF has influenced policy, mobilized communities, and strengthened programs and organizations to improve the health of AANHPIs. We connect community members with decision makers to develop solutions towards better health outcomes for all AANPHIs in the U.S. and U.S. Territories. Our network has assisted over a million people in nearly every state in 56 languages to gain healthcare. Still, there is more to achieve. And to ensure health equity for our communities, APIAHF needs your support and partnership. Thank you for championing better health outcomes for our communities! • Can I send a check instead of an online donation? Please make checks payable to "APIAHF" you can mail them to: APIAHF 461 Bush St Suite #400 San Francisco, CA 94108 • Can I send a wire transfer or stock certificate as a donation? Please call us at 415-568-3301 for more information on wire transfers and stock certificate processing. • Is this donation tax deductible? Yes. We are a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation. • What if I still have a question? Please call us at 415-568-3301 and we'll be happy to answer any other questions you have. FOSTER A HEALTHIER FUTURE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS DONATE —

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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CASEY LEE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OUR BOARD OUR LEADERSHIP OUR STAFF ABOUT OUR STAFF — Casey Lee is the Director of Community Engagement at the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum. Previously, she served as the first-ever Policy Director for the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), where she advised on federal health, civil rights, and other policy issues to advance the interests of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities during the 118th Congress. During her tenure, she prepared the introduction of the Health Equity and Accountability Act – the landmark health equity bill of the Congressional Tri-Caucus, led the caucus’ engagement in successfully strengthening questions on the U.S. decennial census and other federal government forms to better represent and serve all AANHPI populations, and helped secure the removal of discriminatory anti-Asian measures from major legislation. Throughout these efforts, she developed and maintained relationships with over 100 stakeholder partners, including CAPAC member offices, congressional committee and leadership staff, and dozens of national and community-based organizations. Prior to CAPAC, Casey served as a staffer for the House Judiciary Committee Democrats, an APAICS legislative fellow for Congressman Ted Lieu, and an aide on national immigration reform and candidate campaigns. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area and born to immigrant parents from Taiwan and Singapore, she earned a B.A. in political science from UCLA. Next Item Previous Item BACK TO ALL STAFF

SAN FRANCISCO - WASHINGTON DC - REMOTE BACK TO JOB OPPORTUNITIES Community Engagement Manager SAN FRANCISCO - WASHINGTON DC - REMOTE Title: Community Engagement Manager Reports To: Vice President and Managing Director of Programs Supervises: Yes – Intern or Fellow Status: Exempt Position Duration: Full-time Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000 Duty Station: San Francisco - Washington DC - Remote Last Reviewed: 08/20/2024 POSITION SUMMARY APIAHF is seeking a Community Engagement Manager to engage and grow its National Network of community-based organizations. Our Community Engagement Manager is the face and voice of APIAHF and its program. This is a highly visible role that emphasizes maintaining and developing organizational relationships. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Strengthen APIAHF’s existing relationships with AA NHPI community-based organizations and cultivate new collaborative partners to disseminate culturally appropriate and linguistically accessible resources and materials. Develop and implement a community engagement plan targeting new AA NHPI community-based organizations. Research and identify appropriate partnerships to reach more AA NHPI communities. Assist in developing content and products to be used in community engagement efforts as well as engaging community members. Ensure effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of community-based organization activities. Plan and implement formal and informal partner convenings. Build awareness of APIAHF and its programs through community engagement with current and prospective community-based organizations. Ensure APIAHF provides proper recognition of each community-based organization for its support. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of related experience, or a minimum of 5 years of experience in either an engagement/recruitment role, business development, or digital community management. Client oriented skills with attention to detail and ability to follow up and finish tasks. Exceptional writing and research skills. Strong verbal communication skills. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Client-centric focus, including excellent attention to detail skills and ability to follow up and finish tasks. Exceptional writing and research skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills; and, Demonstrated facilitation and organizational skills. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated interest or experience working with AA & NHPI, diverse and underserved communities. Demonstrated experience in program coordination and management. Familiarity with social media platforms and project management. Experience with community engagement, technical assistance, or grassroots advocacy. TO APPLY To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to jobs@apiahf.org with the subject line “Community Engagement Manager” APIAHF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. BACK TO JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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