On January 14th, 2024 SAAPRI hosted an insightful conversation about South Asian men’s mental health with licensed therapist Ankur Varma on Instagram Live. Ankur Verma LCPC is a dedicated mental health advocate with over 10 years of experience. With a…
2023 Impact Report
Outreach and Advocacy Surrounding Breast Cancer: Breast Cancer in the South Asian American Community – 3rd Panel
On November 14th, 2023, SAAPRI hosted our third and final part in our 3-part Breast Cancer Awareness Series. This final panel focused on outreach & advocacy surrounding breast cancer and its impact on the South Asian community. This conversation was…
SAAPRI Open Mic – Aap Ki Kahani
On November 5th, 2023, SAAPRI hosted a open mic event at Chiya Chai (Logan Square) to share stories about the importance of voting and civic engagement. We also highlighted the different ways you can be involved in the upcoming elections!…
APIAHF VOICES 2023 Conference
From October 18th-19th, 2023, SAAPRI’s Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) VOICES 2023 Conference in Washington, D.C. VOICES is an annual conference that gathers healthcare leaders, key stakeholders, and advocates to explore…
Xilin Association-ARC Meeting
In October 2023, SAAPRI’s Executive Director Shobhana Verma and Maya Bhowmik met with our Asian Engagement & Recruitment Core Central Region grantee partners at Xilin Association. The Association shared about their various social service programs, and SAAPRI team members were…
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…
Hate Crime Investigations and Remedies
On September 11th, 2023, Executive Director Shobhana Verma attended a Cook County United Against Hate panel in celebration of Racial Equity Week. SAAPRI and CASL representatives were able to hear from the Cook County State Attorney’s Office, Cook Country Sheriff’s…