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January 2022 Newsletter

THANK YOU VIN, 2020-21 NAAAP DC President! 
 
NAAAP DC is forever grateful for your leadership! As a result, we are a stronger and more unified chapter. Thank you for reminding us that we can make GREATER things happen. 

 
"It is an understatement to say that these past two years were unusual and I will admit serving as president was not easy. However, I am forever grateful for everyone being there with me in this extraordinary journey.
 
You all have been so amazing!
 
Thank you for helping me become a better person, a better advocate, and a better leader. I can undoubtedly say WE made greatness happen. All of this could not have happened without YOU. 

Some highlights from 2020 - 2021:
  • Creation of Women in NAAAP and NAAAP Pride
  • Expanded our programming on Self-Care and Wellness, DEI, and Professional Development
  • Began to engage and build more relationships with other organizations, businesses, and ERG's
  • Expanded our presence in the AAPI community as a leading organization 
  • Strengthened our NAAAP DC brand through our marketing and merchandise
  • We built new leaders!

I am absolutely excited for the future of our organization and have full faith and trust in Jenny to lead our chapter to greater things and Jeleen to lead us in hosting the best Leadership Convention NAAAP has ever hosted. #JandJ

When the world offers you comfort...remember...you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness! We made greatness happen so let's make GREATER THINGS HAPPEN!" - Vin Pineda
This year we reflect on 40 years of activism. In 1982, we began as the National Association of Young Asian Professionals, but evolved as 30 chapters across the United States, Canada, and China with a network of over 25,000+ professionals. What stemmed from a painful history of brutality and racism that resulted in the murder of a Chinese American man named Vincent Chin on June 19, 1982, led to the growth of a community who has invested in expanding their footprint socially, personally, and professionally.

In 2022, NAAAP is embracing the spirit of “Limitless Leadership” which is leaning into our principles and encouraging API professionals to use their time and talent to transcend the workplace, family, and community regardless of geography. Limitless Leadership is about breaking free from all the mental, physical, and societal barriers so we can soar higher to uplift ourselves, our peers, and our community.

 
Join us in celebrating 4 decades of uplifting ourselves, peers, and our community. 
 
Stay tuned for monthly programs and our 2022 Leadership Convention in August to celebrate our 40th anniversary!
Want to win a $30 gift card to Gong Cha and are on Instagram?! Be sure to follow us at @NAAAPDC, find our giveaway post, like it, and tag 3 of your DMV friends to get entered! Thank you to our sponsor, Gong Cha Annandale!
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UPCOMING CHAPTER EVENTS
 
THURSDAY, JAN 27, 2022 @ 07:30PM - 08:30PM ET

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NAAAP DC 2022 Meet & Greet 
Our first event of 2022 is on Thursday, January 27 at 7:30 PM ET and you don't want to miss it! Join us for a fun, virtual evening meeting fellow members, help us shape our programming for this year by sharing your ideas, and end the night setting your own personal goal for 2022. NAAAP DC members who attend will be entered into giveaways, including a Chocolate Chocolate books and chocolate gift basket valued at $250, so be sure to sign up for a FREE membership if you are in the D.C. metro area and aren't already a member. See you there!
 
MEET & GREET NAAAP DC
UPCOMING NATIONAL EVENTS
 
MONDAY, JAN 24, 2022 @ 08:00PM - 09:00PM ET

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Lucy Yu Speaks as Pioneer: Yu and Me Books
In celebration of NAAAP 's 40th Anniversary, NAAAP welcomes Lucy Yu of Yu and Me Books. Join the conversation Monday, January 24 at 8:00 PM ET. Lucy will share her inspiring story of how she transitioned from chemical engineer to being the first Asian American bookstore owner in New York City. Her store features 16,000 titles that reflect the diversity and depth of the Asian American community. She'll also discuss what 'Limitless Leadership' means.

HEAR FROM LUCY YU
GETTING INVOLVED
 
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Become a member of NAAAP DC this year for free if you sign up in January 2022!

1. Connect with accomplished professionals across diverse industries
2. Network with corporate recruiters
3. Volunteer with like-minded people in the community
4. Advance notification and invitations to upcoming events, programs and special offers
5. Announcements and invitations to events and programs exclusive to NAAAP Members
6. Participation in the NAAAP Member Spotlight in the NAAAP DC Newsletter
7. Opportunity to serve on executive level positions at NAAAP
8. Transfer your membership to any of NAAAP's 30 Chapters
9. Receive a discounted ticket to the National Leadership Convention

 
BECOME A NAAAP DC MEMBER
WE WELCOME ALL VOLUNTEERS
YOUR TIME IS A GIFT. 
 
Are you a student, staff, or faculty member at a D.C. metro university? Apply to serve on our Collegiate Outreach Committee as an Ambassador for your university! We are looking for a representative from each school to serve as the university's liaison, help bring together Asian and Pacific Islander students, and implement leadership and professional development programming for these students. If you, or someone you know, are interested, apply today!
APPLY TO BE A COLLEGIATE OUTREACH AMBASSADOR

Applications for our 2022 Committees are open! We hope to have YOU help us put on our many programs. Time commitment is flexible and this is a great way to get more involved with NAAAP DC, make a difference in your community, and grow in your leadership!
BE PART OF OUR COMMITTEES!
BECOME A NAAAP DC VOLUNTEER


VOLUNTEERS & SPEAKERS NEEDED!
SAVE THE DATE: AUGUST 11-13, 2022

COMING SOON TO WASHINGTON, D.C. 

There is still time to sign up to volunteer or speak at the annual Leadership Convention this year!
  • We are looking for volunteers to help in various areas such as, event planning, logistics, programming, and marketing
  • Want to share your vision with other leaders? Join us by becoming a speaker!

    Click here to learn more about NAAAP's Leadership Conventions.
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BECOME A LEADERSHIP CONVENTION SPEAKER

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