On April 30th, 2021, SAAPRI’s Executive Director Shobhana Verma discussed the growth of the Asian population in the state as well as the many challenges facing the community. [I have witnessed] “a wide range of increasing needs and challenges facing…
Redistricting in Chicago
On April 29th, 2021, SAAPRI held a workshop in partnership with UIC on redistricting in Chicago. The event focused on civic engagement, the Census, and rules of redistricting through the perspective of professors at UIC. Thank you to all those…
Census & Redistricting 101: What You Need to Know
On April 21st, 2021, SAAPRI held an informal chat via Instagram Live to learn about the census and redistricting. The event focused on why it is important for everyone to have a seat at the table when it comes to…
Life Uninterrupted: Film Screening and Panel Discussion
On Wednesday, March 31st, SAAPRI’s Executive Director Shobhana Verma took part in a panel discussion regarding breast cancer, one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers among American women and which one out of eight women in America will develop in…
Chicagoland Vigil & Rally for Georgia Shooting Victims
On March 26th, 2021, SAAPRI co-sponsored a vigil and rally in Horner Park, across from the historic HANA Center building, dedicated to mourning and honoring the lives of those murdered in Atlanta, Georgia on March 16th, 2021. The Chicagoland Vigil…
South Asian American Community Health Forum: Women’s + Sexual and Gender Minority Health Panel
On March 25th, 2021, SAAPRI hosted a virtual community forum regarding the health in our communities. Led by health professionals and policy advocates, this event catered to South Asian women and sexual and gender minorities in Chicago. There was a…
Asian American Caucus Virtual Vigil
On March 20th, 2021, SAAPRI, along with many other Asian American community organizations, hosted a statewide vigil in dedication of the Georgia shooting victims with appearances from Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and Congressman Chuy García. The Asian American Caucus is…
Statement on Atlanta shootings
SAAPRI VEHEMENTLY CONDEMNS MURDERS OF ASIAN AMERICAN WOMEN IN ATLANTA Stop AAPI Hate: Together, we must work to stand in solidarity and stop AAPI hate and all hate crimes against people of color. On Tuesday, March 16th, six Asian American…
Statement on Anti-Asian hate crimes
In light of recent attacks against Asian Americans, SAAPRI stands in solidarity with Asian Americans and all people of color, and against all hate crimes. Since the onset of COVID-19 and throughout the pandemic, the US has seen a rise…
South Asian American Community Health Forum: COVID-19 Impact and Vaccine Rollout
On February 4th, 2021, SAAPRI held a community health forum with an esteemed panel of healthcare professionals and health policy experts. The event focused on sharing some critical information on the impact COVID-19 has had and what our community members…