Amidst the celebrations at the annual Year of the Dragon at Monterey Park’s Lunar New Year Festival, the air was charged with excitement, joy, and a palpable sense of community. Families and friends wandered through the event grounds, eagerly exploring the various activities on offer. Among the attractions, the CAUSE booth stood out, its line of attendees intriguing passersby. Here, amidst playful interactions and engaging discussions, CAUSE showcased its knack for fostering conversations about civic engagement, epitomizing its distinctive approach to community involvement.

The CD-10 Candidate Forum held on December 2nd marked a pivotal moment for Koreatown and the broader Los Angeles community. The event took place at South Asian Network’s new location in Koreatown and was hosted by AAPI Equity Alliance, and support from partnering organizations such as CAUSE, Koreatown Youth + Community Center (KYCC), Faith and Community Empowerment (FACE), and the Korean American Coalition - Los Angeles (KACLA), the event showcased the power of unity and civic engagement. As the election season progresses, the forum serves as a cornerstone for informed decision-making within the API community, shaping the future of Los Angeles City Council District 10. District 10 encompasses the diverse neighborhoods such as Arlington Heights, Koreatown, Little Bangladesh, Mid-City, Olympic Park, Palms, South Robertson, West Adams, West Pico, and Wilshire Center.