CPAF Updates, March Newsletter

Included in this newsletter:

  • Hearty Congratulations to Patima Komolamit!

  • International Women's Day Dinner

  • CPAF Participates in the Domestic Violence Informational Hearing in Sacramento

  • CPAF Upcoming Events - Join Us!

Congratulations to CPAF’s Executive Director, Patima Komolamit, on being selected as one of the honorees of the 39th Annual ”Women of the Year” Awards: ”Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion,” presented by the Los Angeles County Commission for Women (LACCW) and the L.A. County Board of Supervisors. Each year, in celebration of Women’s History Month, LACCW “recognizes women who work to bring about social and economic change, promote women’s equality, serve as outstanding role models, work on behalf of women’s issues, and demonstrate outstanding performance to further advocate women’s rights for over 5 million women in Los Angeles County.” Attended by over 520 people, the awards ceremony took place at the Sheraton Grand Los Angeles on March 18th. Among 16 women, CPAF’s Executive Director was honored for her community activism.

International Women's
Day Dinner

In celebration of International Women’s Day, one of CPAF’s transitional programs hosted a dinner for residents, staff, and volunteers. During the evening, each group member shared how the holiday is honored in their country of origin and participated in an art activity exploring their dreams and goals for the future.

 
 

CPAF Participates in the Domestic Violence
Informational Hearing in Sacramento 

Livestreamed on February 27th, CPAF’s Community Program Director, Natchawi Wadman, represented the Culturally Responsive Domestic Violence Network (CRDVN) and on behalf of CPAF for the Assembly Select Committee on Domestic Violence's Informational Hearing in Sacramento. Natchawi shares, “It was an honor to be part of the policy advocacy work on February 27th for the Assembly Select Committee Hearing on Domestic Violence addressing the importance of prevention work and economic security supporting survivors and prevention. CPAF's youth programs and the emphasis of culturally specific and culturally responsive approaches were highlighted to reiterate the importance of more violence prevention funding and uplifting economic security work as a violence prevention strategy. CPAF will continue the journey to take up spaces and bring youth voices and the unique needs of API communities to the table advocating for what is appropriate and relevant to communities. I am proud to be part of the movement to amplify the work and voices."

CPAF Upcoming Events - Join Us!

Spring Advocate Training

CPAF’s next virtual Advocate Training will begin on Friday, April 19th! Open to volunteers, community partners, and service agencies across LA County, the training explores crisis intervention, cultural humility, coercive control, trauma-informed care, community accountability, and much more. The Advocate Training includes a hybrid mix of self-guided modules and live Zoom sessions. For more information, email josiah.mulitauopele@cpaf.info. For dates and registration form, click here: CPAF Spring Advocate Training 

 
 

API Youth Forum

Save the date: Come out to a super fun and meaningful event, that is organized with youth and for youth, to celebrate who they are and their power as young people! Enjoy food and activities at this summer event. The API (Asian & Pacific Islander) Youth Forum takes place on Saturday, June 1st at the Taiwan Center in Rosemead.

 
 

United Through Love: 46 Years of Radiant Resilience Gala

Save the date: Join us to celebrate CPAF’s United Through Love: 46 Years of Radiant Resilience on Friday, September 6th at the California Science Center – Wallis Annenberg Building for an evening of interactive activity, food tasting, and engaging stage program. A virtual silent auction and online sponsorship form coming soon!  

 
 

Greenhouse Workshop

April’s Greenhouse workshop will be facilitated in collaboration with SIPA (Search to Involve Pilipino Americans), at the Chinatown Branch L.A. Public Library. Greenhouse is a space for API youth to come together to connect, relax, and engage in topics related to culture, relationships, identity, and community. Join us on Saturday, April 13th, from 2:00PM - 3:30PM! 

If you’re interested in collaborating with CPAF to host or facilitate a future Greenhouse workshop, reach out to prevention@cpaf.info or fill out the “Community Partners” form under “Connect with us!” on our webpage here: CPAF Prevention 

 
 

Volunteer & Intern Program
Open House

We invite you to join us in celebration of Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 21-27)! CPAF’s Volunteer & Intern Program Open House – virtual, will be hosted via Zoom on Thursday, April 25th, from 3:30PM - 4:30PM. We will reflect, recognize, and celebrate the achievements of the Volunteer Program from the past year thanks to the support and dedication of the volunteers and interns. We also invite you to learn more about CPAF, ask questions, and connect with volunteer program members through the event. 

Sign-up Link: CPAF’s Volunteer & Intern Program Virtual Open House

Rucha Tadwalkar