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Greetings!You are currently reading the NEW monthly newsletter from CAUSE! We want to thank you for your support by showing how your commitment has made a difference. In this newsletter, you will learn about upcoming events, recaps of past events, latest developments, and sponsoring and volunteering opportunities. We hope you will enjoy this and future newsletters!
Sincerely,
Your friends at CAUSE |
| CAUSE Provides Input To
CA Redistricting Commission
 Recently, the California Citizens Redistricting Commission released its first draft of proposed boundaries for Congressional, Senate, and Assembly Districts. How these boundaries are drawn will influence the type of representation Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIAs) will have in Congress and the state legislature. After reviewing the commission’s first draft maps, CAUSE has submitted a letter supporting some of its proposed districts and recommending changes to other districts. Click here to view the letter. Read more>> |
Recap of June Events
CAUSE Chairman Charlie Woo Presents at
Redistricting Community Forum
On June 15, 2011, at the Crawford Family Forum at KPCC in Pasadena, the League of Women Voters (LWV) held a forum entitled, “Dueling Maps: How Will Your District Change?” for community members to discuss and analyze the first mapping drafts of the California Citizens Redistricting Commission. CAUSE Chair, Charlie Woo, was one of the presenters at the event, where he explained the impact that the Commission’s proposals would have on the Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) community. Read more>>
Supporters Welcome Interns at the 2011
CAUSE Leadership Academy Kickoff LuncheonCAUSE welcomed its twentieth class of interns at the 2011 CAUSE Leadership Academy Internship Kickoff Luncheon on Friday, June 17, 2011, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM., at the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce. The Luncheon was a festive affair, where CAUSE interns, their parents, sponsors, board members, and commu
nity leaders came together to support civic leadership in the Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) community. From the start of the luncheon, the interns were busy connecting to supporters and speaking
with various journalists. Read more>> View photos
New Sponsor NeweggBusiness Donates Computers to CAUSE
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This month, CAUSE is pleased to receive brand new computers courtesy of NeweggBusiness. Annie Y. Yeh, NeweggBusiness Senior Director, states, “NeweggBusiness is delighted to join in supporting CAUSE with the donation of these Intel-based computer systems.” Read more>>
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| Make a Contribution Today!
CAUSE welcomes anyone interested in giving back to the community, whether it is through volunteer work, donations, or sponsorships. Please help us help the community. Contributions of any kind make a difference!
CAUSE Advocates
Do you have a unique skill or talent? No matter your interests or skill, CAUSE has a spot for you in CAUSE Advocates, a group of dedicated volunteers who lead in planning, developing, and executing programs. If you are interested in joining, please e-mail the Volunteer Coordinator at kristina@causeusa.org, to get started today!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Do you want to get your company involved in supporting CAUSE? We welcome any sponsor who wants to support the local community! To get involved, please contact the Director of Programs at carrie@causeusa.org. Click here to view our current and past sponsors.
Make a Donation!
CAUSE is a nonprofit organization and we appreciate any donation that we receive. Whether it is $5 or $500, you can be sure that your contribution will support our programs. To donate today, click here!
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| | Upcoming Events
NextGen Leadership Luncheon Thursday, July 7 (Noon-1:30PM) Attention law professionals, law students, and anyone interested in local politics. Join us in this intimate discussion with LA city attorney Carmen Trutanich at the Plum Tree Inn (913 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, 90012). Lunch cost is $20/person. Space is limited to the first 20 RSVPs so
RSVP now!
Los Angeles City Attorney
Carmen Trutanich
Save the Date
Graduation of 2011 CAUSE Leadership Academy InternsFriday, August 12 (10AM-12:30PM) Celebrate with us as the 20th class of interns complete the 8-week internship program and present what they have learned from their experiences! Join us at KPCC’S Crawford Family Forum (474 S. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105). |
| Upcoming
Community Events
SoCal Region Committee of 100 Leadership and Mentoring Program 2011 Kickoff Lunchon Panel Discussion WHEN: July 9, 2011; 8:30AM-1:30PM WHERE: 1145 Wilshire Blvd, 1st Floor, Los Angeles 90017
COST: Premium Members: $5Walk-ins: $15 for all Learn more >>
Asian Pacific American Legislative Staffers (APALS) Intern ReceptionWHEN: July 14, 2011; 5:30PM-7:30PM WHERE: 300 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale 91209
COST: Free
Learn more>>
Asian & Pacific Islanders California Action Network (APIsCAN) ReceptionWHEN: July 22, 2011; 5:30PM-9PM WHERE: 120 Judge John Aiso St., Los Angeles, 90012
COST: Various sponsorship levels
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Contact Information Address: 260 S. Los Robles, No. 118, Pasadena, California, CA 91101 (T) 626.356.9839 (F) 626.356.9878 (E) info@causeusa.org |
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On June 15, 2011, at the Crawford Family Forum at KPCC in Pasadena, the League of Women Voters (LWV) held a forum entitled, “Dueling Maps: How Will Your District Change?” for community members to discuss and analyze the first mapping drafts of the California Citizens Redistricting Commission. CAUSE Chair, Charlie Woo, was one of the presenters at the event, where he explained the impact that the Commission’s proposals would have on the Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) community. 
