Asian Pacific Townhall

On behalf of the Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans and Hmong American Partnership, we would like to invite you to the 2012 Asian Pacific Minnesotan Town Hall.

When and where?

Saturday, February 18th, 2012, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Hosted at Hmong American Partnership, Community Room

1075 Arcade Street, St. Paul, MN 55106

Additional details at: http://townhall2012.eventbrite.com/

This event is free and open to the public.

*** Light Breakfast and Refreshments will be available ***

Agenda

·         Registration, light breakfast, and networking (9:30-10:00 am)

·         Welcome and introductions

·         2010 US Census Presentation

·         Panel discussion on the significance and implications of the US Census data

·         Town hall meeting with MN State Legislators

Confirmed Special Guests

Senator Roger Chamberlain (R) District 53, (North Oaks, White Bear Lake, Lino Lakes)

Senator John Harrington (D) District 67, (St. Paul, Battle Creek, Highwood)

Why attend?

1.       Get updated on the latest US Census figures on Asian Pacific populations in Minnesota, including education, economic, and other demographic data.

2.       Network with community leaders from the Asian Pacific community and with leaders that work with the Asian Pacific community.

3.       Participate in a community-wide discussion on addressing a range of issues, such as jobs, education, housing, health, civil rights, and pending state legislation.

4.       Speak to legislators from both Republican and Democratic parties. Advocate on issues you care about!

Who should come?

The event is free and open to the public. We encourage all to attend, especially:

·         Community members concerned about civic issues

·         Decision and policy makers

·         Individuals and organizations that work with the Asian Pacific community

·         Individuals and organizations interested in US Census data on the Asian Pacific populations in Minnesota

Seats are limited, RSVP soon at http://townhall2012.eventbrite.com/.

For questions or comments, you may contact Brian Kao at [email protected], (651) 757-1742 or Kham Moua, Hmong American Partnership, at [email protected], (651) 495-1567. We look forward to hosting you at the town hall meeting.