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Why I Became a Poll Monitor
Hannah Locop (right) and Corey Shearer (left) volunteered as poll monitors for the municipal elections in March 2026. I didn’t know that Election Day could
Florida’s Growing AAPI Electorate Poised to Shape Midterm Election
Last month, Asian American and Pacific Islander voters cast their ballots alongside thousands of Floridians in the statewide primary election. As the AAPI electorate continues
Florida AAPI Organizations Convene Civic Engagement Workshop
ORLANDO, FL – On July 26, Asian Americans Coming Together (ACT) joined Florida Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders for Progress (FLAAPP), the National Asian Pacific
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Happy National Voter Education Week! 🗳️
We’re celebrating NVEW by sharing some voting do’s and don’ts to keep in mind as Election Day approaches (November 3). Understanding your rights and knowing where to turn for help can make the voting process a lot easier.
If you have questions or run into an issue while voting, the Election Protection Hotline is here to help at 1-888-API-VOTE.
Florida’s AAPI communities are growing, making language access an increasingly important part of ensuring voters can navigate the voting process. Accessible resources, such as translated election materials and bilingual assistance at the polls, can help voters understand their options and fully exercise their right to vote.
Poll monitors can help identify where language-access barriers exist by observing whether translated materials and language support are available and accessible to voters.
Your voice matters. Today is National Voter Registration Day! Take a moment to check your registration status, update your information, or register to vote. It only takes a few minutes to make sure you’re ready for Election Day!
Florida’s AAPI communities are growing, but political representation has not kept pace. Representation matters because the people in government make decisions that directly affect our communities. Learn who represents you, stay informed, get involved, and keep participating to help create a government that better reflects the communities it serves.
Florida’s Primary Election is August 18, 2026! But you don’t have to wait until Election Day to make your voice heard. Find out how to vote early or return your vote-by-mail ballot!
On July 26, participants came together for SOARing with FLAAPP to learn how they could help their friends and families take part in the voting process. Through activities and discussions, attendees developed a stronger understanding of how voter registration and civic engagement can help communities have a say in decisions that affect them.
Participants practiced having one-on-one conversations about voter registration. They learned how to answer questions and address concerns from people who aren’t registered to vote while encouraging them to register and participate in elections. They also reviewed the offices on the ballot and went over a sample ballot to better understand what voters can expect.
The training covered key dates for registering to vote and casting a ballot in the primary and general elections. Participants also explored opportunities to get involved in local civic engagement, such as becoming a poll monitor or volunteering with ACT. The training helped make the voting process feel less intimidating and more accessible. By the end of the session, participants felt prepared to engage in their communities and help ensure their voices are heard!
We’re excited to welcome Sophia to the FLAAPP team as our new Communications Associate!
Sophia is passionate about serving her community by engaging in advocacy initiatives that empower others and raise awareness of important issues. She takes pride in building relationships and fostering positive change through outreach and service.
Outside of work, Sophia loves spending time with family and friends, trying new cuisines, and playing tennis.
We can’t wait to see everything you accomplish with us! Welcome to the team!
FL AAPIs for Progress (FLAAPP`s) third annual AAPI leadership training! This year, our theme is SOAR (Start Organizing and Rise) - Flying to New Heights.
This year has presented the AAPI community, especially our young people, with uphill battles they may never have faced before. Our community`s top priorities - healthcare, educational opportunities, safety for our immigrant communities, well-paying jobs and overall an affordable cost of living - seem further and further out of reach. Join our training to learn the tools to bring your own friends, family and community members out to vote this year. You`ll learn:
- what to expect on this year`s ballot
- what is the specific impact that young people can play in this year`s election
- how to have a one-on-one organizing conversation
- ways to get involved this year
At FLAAPP, we believe that our community can get what we need if we participate and make our voices heard at the ballot box this year.
Register at https://tr.ee/SOARing2026 and at the link in our linktree.
Florida Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders for Progress (FLAAPP) denounces Governor DeSantis’s decision to label the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a “foreign terrorist organization.”
Not only do states lack the authority to designate terrorist organizations, but this decision is baseless, inherently anti-Muslim, and would intimidate, silence, and endanger individuals and organizations fighting for the civil rights of all Floridians.
Read our full solidarity statement at our website. Link in bio.
Additional sources:
https://stopaapihate.org/2025/11/04/keeping-count-anti-south-asian-hate-its-gotten-worse/
