Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is this program free?
A: Yes! The application and the program are both free of charge.
Q: Is this an online program?
A: Traditionally, for the East Bay Program we host the program at the Oakland Unified School District, near downtown Oakland. For the Southern California Program we host the program at the East Los Angeles Community College. In light of COVID-19 and in the abundance of caution for the safety and health of our participants, we have made the decision to move our summer youth leadership program online, via Zoom.
Q: What is Zoom?
A: Zoom is a free video conference tool that we will be using to teach and mentor our participants. This will allow us to offer our classroom online and give students the opportunity to participate in live instruction.
Zoom will allow you to:
Q: How do I use Zoom?
A: You do not need to create an account to use Zoom. To learn more about how you can join a Zoom call, click here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting.
Q: How do I know I'm eligible for the program?
A: We are looking for individuals who meet the following criteria:
Q: I am a current sophomore, am I still eligible to apply?
A: Yes. Our program targets juniors and seniors. However, we will consider current sophomore applicants on a case-by-case basis. If you’re a current sophomore during the application process, you may apply.
Q: I am a graduating senior, am I still eligible to apply?
A: Yes. This will be a great opportunity to earn hands-on skills that will help you in college.
Q: Can non-API students apply?
APIs Mobilize does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or citizenship status. Given our mission, our target outreach is to students of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) descent; however, we are inclusive of all students. If you are interested in learning how AANHPI leaders have shaped today’s world and in further developing your leadership skills, we highly encourage you to apply.
Q: I am a past graduate of this program and I would like to know how I can help!
A: We’re ecstatic that you want to pass it on as an alumnus. To learn more about how you can get involved, please contact:
East Bay Program
Yee Xiong, Program Lead, at Yee@Lam-Consult.com.
Southern California Program
John Lam, Program Coordinator, at John@Lam-Consult.com.
Q: I am a parent and I want to know how this program will help my child succeed in school.
A: Students are provided with opportunities to network with other students from their school district and other regions, build on their communication and critical-thinking skills, develop their leadership potential, and stand out as participants of a program that is supported by local community organizations, local leaders and leaders like Aimee Eng, President of Oakland Unified School District, Assembly member Rob Bonta and State Superintendent Tony Thurmond for the East Bay Program. For the Southern California program, we are supported by Congresswoman Judy Chu, Congressman Ted Lieu, and Assembly Members Ed Chau and Patrick O'Donnell.
This program features leaders of the community, educators, elected officials, high-level successful professional leaders, and artists. The speakers serve as role models to students and the program workshops help students develop confidence, discipline, and skills they need to navigate through high school and prepare for graduation and college. The role models’ success stories inspire students to move through their own pathway to success and become leaders in their communities.
Q: I have more questions about the program and I would like to speak with someone.
A: We’d love to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Please contact:
East Bay Program
Yee Xiong, Program Lead, at Yee@Lam-Consult.com.
Southern California Program
John Lam, Program Coordinator, at John@Lam-Consult.com.
A: Yes! The application and the program are both free of charge.
Q: Is this an online program?
A: Traditionally, for the East Bay Program we host the program at the Oakland Unified School District, near downtown Oakland. For the Southern California Program we host the program at the East Los Angeles Community College. In light of COVID-19 and in the abundance of caution for the safety and health of our participants, we have made the decision to move our summer youth leadership program online, via Zoom.
Q: What is Zoom?
A: Zoom is a free video conference tool that we will be using to teach and mentor our participants. This will allow us to offer our classroom online and give students the opportunity to participate in live instruction.
Zoom will allow you to:
- Record sessions
- Collaborate on projects
- Share or annotate on one another's screens
Q: How do I use Zoom?
A: You do not need to create an account to use Zoom. To learn more about how you can join a Zoom call, click here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting.
Q: How do I know I'm eligible for the program?
A: We are looking for individuals who meet the following criteria:
- A desire to learn and grow as an individual
- An interest in public service and community involvement
- Current high school Junior or Senior (we will consider sophomore applicants on a case-by-case basis)
- A completed application (including submitting one of the following items below)
- An essay, poem, or video discussing one of five questions detailed in the application
Q: I am a current sophomore, am I still eligible to apply?
A: Yes. Our program targets juniors and seniors. However, we will consider current sophomore applicants on a case-by-case basis. If you’re a current sophomore during the application process, you may apply.
Q: I am a graduating senior, am I still eligible to apply?
A: Yes. This will be a great opportunity to earn hands-on skills that will help you in college.
Q: Can non-API students apply?
APIs Mobilize does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or citizenship status. Given our mission, our target outreach is to students of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) descent; however, we are inclusive of all students. If you are interested in learning how AANHPI leaders have shaped today’s world and in further developing your leadership skills, we highly encourage you to apply.
Q: I am a past graduate of this program and I would like to know how I can help!
A: We’re ecstatic that you want to pass it on as an alumnus. To learn more about how you can get involved, please contact:
East Bay Program
Yee Xiong, Program Lead, at Yee@Lam-Consult.com.
Southern California Program
John Lam, Program Coordinator, at John@Lam-Consult.com.
Q: I am a parent and I want to know how this program will help my child succeed in school.
A: Students are provided with opportunities to network with other students from their school district and other regions, build on their communication and critical-thinking skills, develop their leadership potential, and stand out as participants of a program that is supported by local community organizations, local leaders and leaders like Aimee Eng, President of Oakland Unified School District, Assembly member Rob Bonta and State Superintendent Tony Thurmond for the East Bay Program. For the Southern California program, we are supported by Congresswoman Judy Chu, Congressman Ted Lieu, and Assembly Members Ed Chau and Patrick O'Donnell.
This program features leaders of the community, educators, elected officials, high-level successful professional leaders, and artists. The speakers serve as role models to students and the program workshops help students develop confidence, discipline, and skills they need to navigate through high school and prepare for graduation and college. The role models’ success stories inspire students to move through their own pathway to success and become leaders in their communities.
Q: I have more questions about the program and I would like to speak with someone.
A: We’d love to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Please contact:
East Bay Program
Yee Xiong, Program Lead, at Yee@Lam-Consult.com.
Southern California Program
John Lam, Program Coordinator, at John@Lam-Consult.com.