The USC Political Student Assembly and AANHPI Women in Politics / EmpowHer (AWPE) are proud to present a distinguished panel discussion on the evolving role of Asian and Pacific Americans in politics and the challenges faced by the AANHPI community in the current political climate. This special event will feature a distinguished lineup of high-profile former AAPI elected officials, USC representatives, and a special guest. Gain valuable insights into the impact and future of Asian and Pacific American leadership in politics.

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION: https://bit.ly/usc-aanhpi2025

WHEN: April 17, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

WHERE: HNB 100, Hedco Neuroscience Building, 3641 Watt Way, Los Angeles, CA 90089

WHAT:

• Welcome Remarks by:
  • Lawrence Sung - Director of External Affairs, USC Political Student Assembly
  • Cindy Wu - Founder of AANHPI Women in Politics / EmpowHer (AWPE); Board Member, Mountain View School District (serving El Monte & South El Monte)
  • Samuel Garrison - USC Vice President of University Relations
  • Kamy Akhavan - USC Dornsife, Managing Director of the Center for Political Future
• AAPI Data Presentation by Karthick Ramakrishnan, Ph.D. - Executive Director and Founder of AAPI Data
  • Dr. Ramakrishnan will present key findings and insights aimed at enhancing understanding of AANHPI communities through data and research. AAPI Data is dedicated to those who are passionate about working at the intersections of data, research, and partnerships that amplify and support Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
• Expert Panel:
  • Moderator: Mike Eng - Board Member for SGV Municipal Water District and CA Unemployment Insurance Appeals Court; Former CA Assemblymember
  • John Chiang - Former CA State Treasurer & Controller
  • Betty Yee - Former CA State Controller
  • Farrah Khan - Former Mayor of the City of Irvine
  • Special Guest:  Anthony Rendon - Former Speaker of CA State Assembly

This event is held in partnership with the USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future, AAPI Youth Rising, Los Angeles County Asian American Employee Association, Asian Pacific American Public Affairs, USC Asian Pacific American Student Assembly, Public Policy Undergraduates at Price, and USC Bridge Cultural Exchange Academy.

For more information, please contact Lawrence Sung at sunglawr@usc.edu or Cindy Wu at wu.elmonte@gmail.com.

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION: https://bit.ly/usc-aanhpi2025