ANHPI delegates face a busy schedule at the Democratic National Convention

There are going to be a lot of Asian Americans, Native Americans and Pacific Islanders at the Democratic National Convention being held in Chicago, Aug. 19-22.

Unlike the Republican National Convention held last month, viewers will see a lot more diversity among the Democrats' 4,000 delegates, convening in Chicago to make and witness history by formally nominating Kamala Harris, the first Presidential candidate of a major party of Asian American and Black racial heritage. The Vice President's mother was from India and her father from Jamaica.

Keynote speeches and programming begin at 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PDT) on Monday. Evening programming begins at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PDT) Tuesday through Thursday.

In the morning and afternoon, though, different interest groups and state delegations will be holding meetings and opportunities to meet candidates in various local races, network with each other and settle agendas.

That includes the AANHPI delegates.

FYI: For complete schedule of events, click here.

The first convention event for AANHPI actually was held Sunday and centered around  food. "The Taste of Asia."

Following are some of the events for AANHPI delegates:Following are some of the events for AANHPI delegates:

Narratives That Build Power: Teaching AANHPI How to Reach Their Communities By Narrative Storytelline: 

Date & Time: Monday, August 19, 1 – 2:45pm CDT

Location: Upon RSVP & Sign-in

Date & Time: Monday, August 19, 2024 3 PM - 6 PM  
Location: Kalapriya Performing Arts Center (2101 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago IL 606616)
RSVP

Register to attend APIAVote's reception and briefing on the latest research and trends on the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, including data from our latest surveys.

Date & Time: RSVP

Reception: Monday, August 19, 2024 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Location: Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile (633 N St Clair St, Chicago, IL )

Briefing: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 11 AM - 1:00 PM
Marriott Marquis Chicago (2121 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL ) 

AAPI CAUCUS MEETING

Join us for a celebration event at the Democratic National Convention! RSVP

Date & Time: Monday, August 19  (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM CDT)
Location: McCormick Place (2301 S Martin Luther King DrChicago, IL 60616) ‍

Learn about how Filipino Americans vote and where they vote across the nation. RSVP

Date & Time: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 3 - 4 PM
Location: Marriott Marquis Chicago (2121 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL)

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Join the Democratic Mayors Association, APIA Vote, and APAICS for a Reception Celebrating AANHPI Mayors and Leaders! RSVP

Date & Time: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Chicago Illuminating Company (2110 S Wabash Ave, IL 60616)

AAPI VICTORY FUND: RECEPTION WITH AANHPI LEADERS

We will be celebrating this historic moment for the AANHPI community at the DNC Convention in Chicago. Please join the AAPI Victory Fund on August 20th at 1pm for a gathering with AAPI Leaders, electeds, and community. RSVP

‍Date & Time: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 1:00 PM -4:00 PM
Location: Location provided upon RSVP

ASPIRE PAC'S DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION COMMUNITY RECEPTION

Join us for ASPIRE PAC's AANHPI Community Reception with local and national leaders at the Democratic National Convention. RSVP

Date & Time: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 10:00 - 11:30AM
Location: Location provided upon  RSVP

ASIAN AMERICAN CAUCUS DIM SUM LUNCH

Join the Asian American Caucus w/ special guest U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth for "Electing Asian Americans" dim sum discussion in Chinatown. 

RSVP

Date & Time: Wednesday, August 21 · 12:30 - 2 PM CDT
Location: New Furama Restaurant (2828 South Wentworth Avenue Chicago, 

Engaging in political choices and discussions is essential for a healthy democracy. Your opinions and actions can influence decisions that affect your daily life and the future of your community RSVP

Date & Time: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 10 PM - Onwards

Location: Marriott Marquis Chicago (2121 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL)

AAPI CAUCUS MEETING

Date & Time: Wednesday, August 21, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Location: McCormick Place, 2301 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago

Congressman Danny K. Davis, Democratic Caucus Chair Ted Lieu, and Ald. Nicole Lee Salute to Asian Americans7th Congressional District (host DNC convention district) Salute to Asian Americans!RSVP

Date & Time: Aug 21, 2024, 5 PM – 7 PM CDT
Location: Ping Tom Memorial Park (1700 S. Wentworth Ave., Chicago, IL 60616) 

The highlight of each day will be the evening speakers including:

• Aug. 19, Monday, "For the People": President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden speak, along with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, 
• Aug. 20, Tuesday, "A Bold Vision for America's Future": Former President Obama plus second gentleman Doug Emhoff.
• Aug. 21, Wednesday, "A Fight for Our Freedoms": Vice presidential nominee Tim Walz delivers his acceptance speech, preceded by former President Bill Clinton, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. 
• Aug. 22, Thursday, "For Our Future": Kamala Harri accepts the convention's nomination for president.

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