On October 22nd, 2020, SAAPRI hosted a virtual town hall that featured a panel of community leaders. The event discussed all things elections, including navigating the 2020 election season, and why everyone’s vote matters! Thank you to everyone who attended…
Support the South Asian Community—Fill out the U.S. Census Today!
The deadline for the 2020 U.S. Census is Sept. 30, 2020 The U.S. Census is a questionnaire designed to count every single person living in the United States every ten years. The information you provide helps the government decide how…
2019 Illinois Municipal Elections: What You Need to Know Before April 2nd
On April 2nd, 2019, there are hundreds of municipal elections taking place across Illinois with elections for mayor, city councils, treasurers, clerks, village boards of trustees, and more. Here is everything you need to know about SAAPRI’s civic engagement work and upcoming…
2019 Marks New Year, New Elections for South Asians
Chicago, IL – The new year brings in a new era of South Asian political leadership in Illinois. SAAPRI shares the latest data on our local communities and opportunities for representation in upcoming municipal elections. On January 23rd, SAAPRI will…
The 2018 Midterms and Beyond: Historic Election and Continued Engagement
The 2018 midterm elections marked a historic moment for the South Asian community in Illinois as Ram Villivalam (D) became the first South Asian American to be elected to the Illinois General Assembly. He will be representing Illinois State Senate…
SAAPRI Hosts Fall Fundraising Event: The State of South Asian American Influence & Power in Illinois
On Saturday, September 29th, SAAPRI held our fall fundraiser The State of South Asian American Influence & Power in Illinois. We would like to thank all those who were able to join us and support this critical community event. Our panelists, Ram Villivalam,…
SAAPRI Joins Advocacy Efforts in Washington, D.C. and Springfield, IL
Earlier this month, SAAPRI attended the National Coalition of South Asian Organizations’ (NCSO) Annual Convening and Lobby Days led by SAALT, South Asian Americans Leading Together. SAAPRI’s Executive Director, Dhara Puvar, and SAAPRI Fellow, Anil Methipara, joined representatives of over…
SAAPRI Co-hosts IL Senate District 8 and House District 17 Candidate Forum on Asian American Women and Communities
On March 4th, SAAPRI co-hosted the Illinois Senate District 8 and House District 17 Candidate Forum on Asian American Women and Communities at Oakton Community Center in Skokie, IL. Senate District 8 and House District 17 have some of the…
South Asian Americans Make History in IL Primary Elections
The March 20th Illinois Primary elections were historic for the South Asian American community in Illinois. Not only were there numerous South Asian American candidates running for positions in all levels of government, but for the first time in Illinois…
SAAPRI Organizes Voter Registration Drive at Chicago Muslim Community Center
On Friday, January 26, SAAPRI held a voter registration drive at the Muslim Community Center in Albany Park. The Jummah prayer brings a large crowd of worshippers to the mosque and community center around lunchtime on Friday afternoons. Alongside the…