On March 12th, 2024, SAAPRI Executive Director Shobhana Verma was invited to give the keynote address at the SABA Judicial Reception.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Earlier this month, Executive Director Shobhana Verma celebrated Lunar New Year alongside Asian Giving Circle, AFP Chicago, and AAPIP Chicago. Thank you to these organizations for the wonderful opportunity to be able to celebrate with so many friends and dedicated…
Change Insight 2nd Report
On January 23rd, 2024, SAAPRI was glad to join our partner organizations CASL, AFIRE Chicago, Apna Ghar, Indo-American Center (IAC), and Hanul Family Alliance & leaders in sharing the release of Change Insight‘s second report at a press conference at…
Report – Rates of breast reconstruction uptake and attitudes toward breast cancer and survivorship among south asians: A literature review
BeloveD13 Community Breakfast
On January 19th, 2024, reflecting on the legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Team SAAPRI attended the launch of BeloveD13, an initiative aimed at fostering new relationships, tools, and opportunities to actively build the Beloved Community envisioned by…
2023 Impact Report
Report – South Asian Americans in Illinois: Making Data Count (2023)
IAC 33rd Annual Gala
This past weekend, SAAPRI’s Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended the Indo-American Center’s 33rd Annual Gala. Despite the numerous challenges, our non-profits work hard every day to strengthen our communities. It was great to be able to join our community to…
Imagining the Indian Film Screening and Panel
On October 5th, 2023, SAAPRI along with many diverse partners and allies showcased the powerful documentary “Imagining the Indian: the Fight Against Native American Mascoting” at DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, in celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and…
Chicago South Asian Film Festival
From Thursday-Sunday, September 21st-24th, the Chicago South Asian Film Festival (CSAFF) took place at the ShowPlace ICON Theatre & Kitchen at Roosevelt Collection. The CSAFF celebrated its 14th anniversary and is dedicated to promoting a diverse cinematic experience through South…