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The Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW)

"While it may not be possible to save the entire world, one can do her part to take care of her corner of it."

The Center for Asian Pacific American Women (The Center) is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to the enhancement and enrichment of leadership skills for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women through education, networking, and mentorship. For over 20 years, the Center has provided a variety of professional development programs – from one day regional conferences to national le

adership summits to intensive training institutes – to address the specific needs of AAPI women across the country. The Center’s vision is to develop ethical and compassionate AAPI women to take leadership roles in the private and public sectors.

07/29/2026

The APAWLI application deadline has been extended to August 21, 2026.

APAWLI is a transformational leadership experience designed for women of color who are ready to lead with greater purpose, confidence, and impact.

Through interactive virtual sessions, participants strengthen their leadership voice, build meaningful relationships, and join a powerful community committed to creating lasting change together.

Program dates: September 16, 2026–June 23, 2027
Schedule: Every other Wednesday, 6:30–8:00 PM ET
Apply by August 21: https://form.jotform.com/252824555580159

Know someone who is ready for her next leadership step? Please share this opportunity or tag her below.

07/27/2026

One decision changed the direction of Rosie Abriam’s life.

When Rosie joined APAWLI in 2001, she already had an accomplished career. She had worked across government, academia, and technology startups.

But APAWLI asked her to look beyond titles and achievements:

Who are you?
And so what?

The experience helped Rosie find greater purpose and clarity. It strengthened her voice and introduced her to women who became chosen family.

Rosie went on to serve as a Board Member, Board Chair, and CAPAW President and CEO.

Her story is a powerful reminder that leadership growth is not only about what you achieve. It is also about who you become and how you choose to serve others.

Applications for the 2026–2027 APAWLI cohort have been extended through August 21.

Apply Here: https://form.jotform.com/252824555580159

07/24/2026

Why not you?

Self-doubt can quietly convince us to wait.

Wait until we feel more prepared.
Wait until we feel more confident.
Wait until someone else tells us we are ready.

But leadership often begins before certainty arrives.

Mindy Kaling’s words are a reminder to believe in yourself, root for yourself, and stop letting doubt decide what you pursue.

What could you do if you stopped counting yourself out?

07/22/2026

Leadership growth requires space, reflection, and community.

This week, we are spotlighting Krishna Rami, APAWLI facilitator, and the powerful leadership journey participants experience through the program.

APAWLI is more than a leadership course. It is a space for women to deepen self-awareness, strengthen their voice, and build a community that supports their growth.

Learn more about APAWLI and CAPAW's leadership programs.

07/20/2026

Could APAWLI be your next step?

Maybe you are ready for more.

More confidence.
More clarity.
A stronger voice.
A community that will challenge you and champion your growth.

APAWLI is designed for mid-career Asian Pacific American women who are ready to invest in themselves and step more fully into their leadership.

Swipe through to see five signs that APAWLI may be right for you.

Applications for the 2026–2027 cohort are open through August 5, 2026.

Learn more and apply: https://form.jotform.com/252824555580159

Know someone who is ready for this opportunity? Tag her or share this post with her.

07/17/2026

Today is the final day of Sue Ann & Holly’s Day of Giving.

Together, our community has raised $15,268 to honor Sue Ann’s legacy, celebrate Holly’s leadership, and invest in CAPAW’s next chapter.

What can support like this help make possible?

It can expand access to leadership development.

It can help provide scholarships for women who may not otherwise be able to participate.

It can support mentorship, coaching, networking, and programs that help women build confidence and strengthen their leadership.

It can create more spaces where women feel seen, supported, connected, and prepared to lead.

Every gift becomes part of something larger. When one woman grows, the impact reaches her workplace, her family, her community, and the women who follow.

Thank you to every donor, alumna, board member, facilitator, partner, and friend who has helped move this campaign forward.

There is still time to help us finish strong.

Text CAPAW to 53-555 or make your gift today:
givebutter.com/capawday-of-giving-0vr8ul

07/15/2026

48 hours left.

We are in the final stretch of Sue Ann & Holly’s Day of Giving and this community has already helped raise more than $15,000.

Thank you to every donor, alumna, board member, facilitator, and friend who has given, shared, and helped move this campaign forward.

Your support honors Sue Ann Hong’s legacy, celebrates Holly Faye Ellarar"s leadership, and invests in CAPAW’s next chapter.

There is still time to be part of what comes next.

Help us finish strong and continue creating opportunities for women to grow, connect, and lead.

Text CAPAW to 53-555 or make your gift today:
givebutter.com/capawday-of-giving-0vr8ul

07/14/2026

Why do we give back?

Because CAPAW’s work creates ripples.

When one woman grows in confidence, strengthens her leadership, or finds a community that believes in her, the impact does not stop with her. It reaches her workplace, her family, her community, and the women who follow.

Today, we are grateful for leaders like Lana Tong, 2026 CAPAW Board Member, who continue to invest in CAPAW’s mission.

“The CAPAW community brings together a wealth of knowledge, experience, and resources capable of cultivating and shaping tomorrow’s leaders.

Throughout my career in high tech, I have witnessed firsthand the persistent underrepresentation of women, particularly AANHPI women, in executive leadership. While progress has been made over the last two decades, significant gaps remain.

That is why I support CAPAW’s investment in women. Through mentorship, coaching, networking, and training, CAPAW helps women build the confidence, skills, and knowledge needed to navigate the path to leadership.”

Join Lana in supporting what comes next.

Text CAPAW to 53-555 or give today:
givebutter.com/capawday-of-giving-0vr8ul

07/13/2026

CAPAW’s next Mentorship Program cohort begins this August!

Our mentorship experience supports both personal and professional growth. Group sessions will focus on personal development and well-being, while one-on-one mentoring sessions will remain focused on professional development.

Participate as a mentor, mentee, or both.

Apply by August 10, 2026:
https://rb.gy/gy85lb

Matching interviews: August 12–21
Matches announced: August 28

Please share this opportunity with someone who could benefit from mentorship, meaningful connection, and a supportive community.

The CAPAW Mentorship Program also has a new email address: [email protected]. Please add it to your contacts so you do not miss future updates.

07/10/2026

The leadership gap does not begin at the top. It begins with the first promotion.

According to Lean In and McKinsey’s 2025 Women in the Workplace report, for every 100 men promoted to manager:

93 women are promoted
82 Asian women and Latinas are promoted
60 Black women are promoted

That first promotion matters. It creates access to visibility, experience, sponsorship, and future leadership opportunities.

When women are passed over early, the gap grows at every level after.

CAPAW helps women build the confidence, relationships, and leadership skills to keep moving forward.

Support the work.
Text CAPAW to 53-555 or donate:
givebutter.com/capawday-of-giving-0vr8ul

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+13092876240

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https://linktr.ee/capaw

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