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APIs Mobilize's goal is to empower our next generation of leaders with the knowledge, skills and opportunities to become impactful changemakers in their community.
In 2018, with the support and leadership of Aimee Eng, President of the Oakland Unified School District, we launched our Bay Area program to advance our mission of developing the next generation of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander leaders.
Each summer, 25 high school juniors and seniors participate in a five-week youth leadership program. Through weekly seminars, participants engage with guest speakers from public service, elected office, and community-based organizations, gaining firsthand insight into advocacy, policy, civic engagement, and governance. In partnership with local community colleges, students receive direct exposure to college admissions pathways, student support resources, and academic opportunities. Students from participating community colleges also engage in the program, helping to strengthen connections between high school and higher education while building a pipeline of future civic and community leaders. Throughout the program, students participate in community outings, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on activities that help them explore their interests and develop their leadership potential. Workshops are designed to build confidence, discipline, and the skills needed to prepare for college, careers, and public service. Guest speakers serve as mentors and role models, sharing their personal and professional journeys to inspire students to recognize their own strengths, pursue their goals, and make a positive impact in their communities. |
STUDENTS WILL
Learn the importance of leadership and youth in government.
Develop leadership skills, including public speaking and effective negotiation.
Engage with high-level professionals and elected officials.
Understand the tools for success in the professional world.
Participate in a youth-driven advocacy campaign.
Develop leadership skills, including public speaking and effective negotiation.
Engage with high-level professionals and elected officials.
Understand the tools for success in the professional world.
Participate in a youth-driven advocacy campaign.
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A big thank you to our program partners:
Aimee Eng, Former School Board Director OUSD, Laney College APASS Program, and Berkeley City College.
Aimee Eng, Former School Board Director OUSD, Laney College APASS Program, and Berkeley City College.
The youth leadership program is also supported by Attorney General Rob Bonta and State Superintendent Tony Thurmond. Support also comes from community organizations including Asian Pacific Islander Student Achievement (APISA), Asian Pacific Islander School Board Members Association (APISBMA), Lion Rock, AYPAL, and OCA - East Bay.