Your Guide to OCA's 2021 Virtual Summit

• ❤️ OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates is pleased to invite you to “Building Hope Through Solidarity," a three-day event filled with plenaries, workshops, and entertainment for Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, community partners, and allies across the country.
• 🔥 What to expect: Registration for summit is free, with dozens of issue-based workshops available to the public. They include a panel of rising AAPI elected officials, in-depth conversations around anti-Asian hate and digital access, and interactive trainings on how to be an effective bystander or run a successful political campaign.
• 🗣️ Who you'll see: More than 40+ incredible speakers and entertainers are confirmed, including iconic actor George Takei, Dr. Janelle Wong, Dr. OiYan Poon, and other AAPI leaders—along with performances by Jason Chu and Alan Z.

OCA's free virtual summit on July 15-17 is open to the public. RSVP here.

View all speakers and workshops with our comprehensive schedule.

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Supreme Court Ruling on Arizona Restrictions Could Have Devastating Consequences for AAPI Voters

The Supreme Court dealt another blow to the Voting Rights Act last week, ruling in favor of the state of Arizona in a 6-3 decision that could pave the way for the enactment of rules that disproportionately burden voters of color.

What's next: Congress must swiftly pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the For The People Act to restore critical protections that have been gutted in the last decade. Read OCA's full statement here.

✍️ Other updates you may have missed...

• OCA Congratulates Krystal Ka’ai on her new position as Executive Director of WHIAANHPI
• OCA Proud to Announce 2021 Summer Intern Cohort
• OCA Remembers the Life of Vincent Chin

July 10: "Writing on the Wall" Film Premiere

Join OCA-Greater Seattle for the "Writing on the Wall," an event that examines anti-Asian hate, Black Lives Matter, and the creation of Chinatown International District (CID) murals from the perspective of Doan Diane Dy Hoang nee Nguyen. This free screening will include a 7-minute documentary about the CID murals, a panel discussion, and a free lunch. 🎥 Register to attend in-person or virtually here.