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Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment (CAUSE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan, community-based organization dedicated to API community

Los Angeles, CA
Joined March 2009
The CAUSE Leadership Academy (CLA) is a paid nine-week internship for college students and recent grads passionate about government, civic leadership, and Asian and Pacific Islander (API) community advocacy. 🌟 Learn More and Apply by Jan 31, 2026: causeusa.org/leadership-acad…
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Join CAUSE in welcoming twelve (12) exceptional interns to the 2026 CAUSE Leadership Academy (CLA)! We’re excited to share their journeys and experiences with you. Learn more about CLA and the 2026 interns at causeusa.org/leadership-acad….
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Join us for our first-ever CAUSE the Vote Community Run/Walk at the Rose Bowl Loop on Monday, May 25 from 9AM to 2PM. Kick off the first weekend of early voting with wellness, community, and onsite in person voting. Sign up: causeusa.org/causethevote-ru… #CAUSEtheVote #TogetherWeVote
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The 2026 AANHPI CA Gubernatorial Forum is now live! Watch the full forum and hear candidates discuss key issues impacting AANHPI communities. Captions available in multiple languages. More coming soon. Watch here: bit.ly/aanhpi-gubernatorial-… #CAUSEtheVOTE #AANHPI #2026Elections #CA
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Thank you to the candidates who joined the AANHPI CA Gubernatorial Forum. We're grateful to our 40 AANHPI partner organizations & volunteers who made this forum possible. Special thanks to KADC, World Mission University, & Through Peace for inviting us to co-host this event.
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A coalition of 40 AANHPI organizations, led by KADC and CAUSE, is hosting a California Gubernatorial Candidates Forum in Los Angeles County. RSVP: bit.ly/aanhpi-ca-gubernatori… Press Release: causeusa.org/news/2026/aanhp…
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CAUSE had a great time at Tsunagi Matsuri, connecting with the community and speaking with 500+ people about the importance of voting and how they plan to participate whether in person, by mail, or via drop box. CA Primary Election is June 2! 🗳️ #TogetherWeVote #CAUSEtheVOTE
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Happy Year of the Fire Horse! As we prepare for the 2026 elections, we are leaning into storytelling with intention. This gathering brought together professionals across sectors to engage in meaningful dialogue about civic engagement and stories. Photos by: Andrew Ge
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CAUSE will be at Lead With Strength: Women’s Political Leadership & Wellness Initiative, alongside other partners, organizations, and leaders working to advance equity, representation, and women’s leadership across Los Angeles. Learn more and register: nwpclametro.org/empowering
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Last week, we shared how much your support means. Today, we say thank you. Because of your generosity, we reached our year-end matching goal early. You showed what makes the CAUSE community special—leaders who believe in civic engagement & take action to build it. Happy Holidays!
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At CAUSE, we believe real change begins with connection. Your gift strengthens civic leadership, voter education, & innovation for API communities. Every dollar is matched to double your impact. Give today: bit.ly/givingcause #GivingTuesday #TogetherWeBuild #CAUSE
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This year has reinforced something simple: our work moves forward because we do it together. Thank you for being part of it and for continuing to build with us #TogetherWeBuild #CAUSEtheVOTE
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We are so excited to be back at @hauntedlittletokyo Block Party! Stop by the CAUSE booth to learn more about voter resources, talk with CAUSE staff and alumni, and win fun prizes! RSVP for the Block Party at hauntedlittletokyo.com! 21+ Only
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Thanks Coby Nguyen, CAUSE Programs Coordinator, for producing events like CAUSE Summer Soirée, Haunted Little Tokyo, & many other initiatives that highlight civic engagement & community building. Can't wait to see what's next for him as a proud CAUSE Leadership Academy alum!
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CAUSE launched the CAUSE Power Lunch Series: monthly talks with API leaders on issues like redistricting & Asian American voters. First guest: Prof. Natalie Masuoka (@uclaaasc). Supported by East West Bank. Details👉 causeusa.org/blog-index/2025…
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🎓 On 8/15, CAUSE celebrated the culmination of the CAUSE Leadership Academy! Now, they’re joining over 300 of CAUSE’s alumni, a network full of bold thinkers, caring advocates, and everyday change-makers. Can’t wait to see what they build together next! causeusa.org/leadership-acad…
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2025 Summer Soiree last night! Your presence truly brought our theme, "Together We Build: Our Community, Our Future," to life, and we're so grateful for your support.
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Today is the day! This celebration is only possible because of the people and businesses that built it with us. Special thanks to everyone who helped made this event possible. See you there! #CAUSESoiree #TogetherWeBuild #APILeaders #CommunityEngagement
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We are excited to see at Soirée! Excited for you to see each other! #CAUSESoiree #TogetherWeBuild #APILeaders #CommunityEngagement
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Proud to present the Community Impact Award to California Attorney General Rob Bonta. His leadership embodies this year’s theme, “Together We Build: Our Community, Our Future,” reminding us that building power means creating space for others to lead. causeusa.org/2025-summer-soi…
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