Leadership Academy
Sydney Pike
BLOG 5: Saying, Yes!

When I received my bachelor's degree from UCLA in June, the only thing I knew was that I would be joining CAUSE for the next nine weeks. I didn’t know what to expect, however what I gained was a new sense of confidence, a community of amazing individuals, and a greater understanding of our AANHPI community and my place within it.

BLOG 5: Saying, Yes!
Leadership Academy
Malia Ferrer
BLOG 5: Thank Goodness I Checked My E-mail!

I often reflect on the “butterfly effect" moments that have occurred in my life; the seemingly small choices or coincidences that have led to profound changes. This internship is a prime example.

BLOG 5: Thank Goodness I Checked My E-mail!
Leadership Academy
Jianhao Cui
BLOG 5: Nine Weeks Just 60 Days

As each of the nine weeks of our internship passed, I felt myself developing skills and knowledge through my placement office at LA County First District Supervisor Hilda Solis’ Office and through CAUSE’s cohort sessions. 

BLOG 5: Nine Weeks Just 60 Days
Leadership Academy
Emma Tom
BLOG 5: C (you all) LA (ter)

I often face difficulties coming up with answers for this icebreaker because my facial expressions always reveal my true feelings. So when I released the waterworks in front of the CAUSE board members during graduation, it was clear that I was not ready to say goodbye and close this chapter in my life.

BLOG 5: C (you all) LA (ter)
Leadership Academy
Ryan Horio
Blog 5: FTP (Family, Trust, Power)

As my time at CAUSE comes to a close, I reflect on the lessons I've learned about family, trust, and the collective power of API communities. CAUSE has not only deepened my understanding of civic engagement but also has reinforced the importance of prioritizing being rooted in community and centering our hearts in the work we do.

Blog 5: FTP (Family, Trust, Power)

Betty Yee

SESSION #7: Creating Our Paths: Up Close and Personal with Elected Leaders

Creating Our Paths explored the paths created by trailblazing California political leaders Attorney General Rob Bonta and State Controller Betty Yee through individual interviews with CAUSE leaders. This event was also a part of the CAUSE Leadership Institute, allowing the CLI fellows to interact directly with the elected leaders.

Women in Power Leadership Conference

Women in Power Leadership Conference

Los Angeles, CA – On July 21st, 2017, CAUSE hosted the 2017 inaugural Women in Power Annual Leadership Conference at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel.

Leadership Academy LA Blog Week 6

Leadership Academy LA Blog Week 6

If I could use one word to describe the last few weeks with CAUSE it would be “grateful.” I am grateful for the opportunity to learn about the different facets of the Asian American experience, for the chance to improve myself as a leader, for all the amazing people I have met and have yet to meet, and most importantly for being constantly empowered and inspired as an Asian American to create change in areas I am most passionate about. Without the program, this whole week of opportunities and exposure would be nearly impossible.

23rd Annual Gala

23rd Annual Gala

The 23rd CAUSE Annual Gala was held on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at the Westin Bonaventure hotel. The gala is the organization’s largest fundraising event that celebrates the organization’s efforts in advancing the political empowerment of the Asian Pacific American (APA) community.