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FAPAC Southwest - the Frontier of Diversity and Inclusion

 
     
 
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Federal Asian Pacific American Council - Southwest Chapter

 


***UPDATE***

FAPAC Southwest Student Leadership Training Program Package

For information regarding the FAPAC Southwest Student Leadership Training Program

Please Click Here


***UPDATE***

FAPAC Southwest Officer List 2013-2015

For a list of the FAPAC-SW Officers of 2013-2015 Please Click Here


FAPAC Southwest Scholarship Contest

Click Here for Scholoarship Information

Click Here for Scholarship Contest Application Form


2012 FAPAC Southwest 6th Annual Leadership Conference

Click on the links below to view/download material from the conference:

Conference Program

"Leadership in DoD" by Mike Spencer

"Gathering Cultural Intelligence" by Dan Gruta

"Cultural Perspective in the Acquisition Workforce" by John Baldonado

"Navigating Your Career" by Joe Adan

"Preparing to Interview for a First Time Supervisor Position" by Cil Pleman

"Strive for the Best" by Dr. Lauren Talia


2012 National Training Conference Registration Is Now Open

Open Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC), a premier organization representing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) managers and employees in the Federal and the District of Columbia governments, will hold its 27th National Leadership Training Conference from April 30 to May 4, 2012 at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia. The Conference is approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) as appropriate for training for federal employees. The theme for the 2012 Conference is 'STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION'. Representing military and civilians in all ranks throughout the federal and DC governments, it is the largest conference of its kind catering to AAPI employees. More than 50 corporations and federal agencies have exhibit booths filled with information on jobs, Internships and programs of interest for the AAPI community. Registration is open now. For detail or register, click Conference. www.fapac.org

 

 



Social Event Is Now Open

FAPAC Conference is offering the following social events for the attendees. Please follow the instruction to register online. Download the form here if you are unable to register online. .
1. Baseball Game: Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies. On May 2nd, Wednesday. 7:10 PM. $25.00 Per Person includes Outfield Pavilion seats, $10 concessions, and a 1984 Braves replica hat. Direction to the Stadium: From Hyatt in Buckhead - Walk a block and half to the Buckhead Marta Station. At the Buckhead Marta Station, take a southbound train to the 5 Points Marta Station. Follow the signs to the Braves shuttle and the shuttle will drop you guys off right by the stadium. Click here to register online. No transportation offered

2. Alliance Theatre: Stephan King's "Ghost Brothers Of Darkland County, May 2nd, Wednesday, 7:30 PM. $72.25 Per Person Orchestra Seat. Group discount tickets can be purchased with Promotion Code FAPAC15 by calling 404.733.5000 or online by click here. No transportation offered
3. Visit to Atlanta landmark - Atlanta USP (United States Federal Penitentiary). April 30, Monday, Pick up at the hotel lobby at 8:15 AM. Free. It is only open to current Federal employees. ID required. Limit to 25 people. First come, first serve. Click here to register online.

Coordinator contact information: René Lau work (415) 503-6543 cellar (510) 910-0018. These are prepaid events. Full Payment is required prior to the events. Registrations will not be processed without full payment. * Special needs and requests for ADA accessibility must be pre-arranged and indicated in your email or on this form.

* CANCELLATION POLICY: No cancellation after April 13, 2012.

The Lucky Few Re-union

 

Please see The Lucky Few Re-union Flyer located Here!!!!


 

FAPAC SW Election Results for 2011 - 2013

 

Elected Officers (2 year term):

Sharon Nicholas: Chief Executive Officer

Delia Newcomer: Deputy Financial Officer

René Lau: Chief Operations Officer

Leopoldo Memije: Executive Secretary/Historian

Francis Calimlim: Chief Financial Officer

Rolando Munoz: Chief Committees Officer

 

Appointed Officers (1 year term):

 

Lauren Talia, Auditor
     Tammy Nguyen, Deputy Auditor

Public Relations Officer(s)
     Leslie Fabrigas, Civilian PRO
     Maria Balolong, Military PRO

Membership Officer(s)
Irene Becerra, Compass Rose
      Natividad Beckner, True North
      Peter Almazan, True South
      Marisa Fabrigas, True West
      Trinh Trinh, True East
      Jeffrey Sotingco, Overseas Compass
             
Jaime Arcega, Nomination and Election    

 

Cristina Patiag, Training Officer

JB Baluyot, Constitution & Bylaws Officer

Jeffery Edusada, Webmaster

Gigi Beckner, Sunshine Committee Officer

Michaelle Landais, Special Projects Officer

Edgar Becerra, Communications Officer

Toksun Simpson, Outreach & Innovation
                                  
Jim Velasquez, Constable (MAA)
     Myles Esmele Jr., Deputy Constable

 

   

 


Schedule of Monthly Teleconference Meetings for 2011

 

The following is the FAPAC SW Monthly Teleconference Meeting Schedule for 2011.

 

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 1800-1930 PST
Dial in numbers:
O-CONUS: 210-839-8830
CONUS: 888-455-2610
Pass Code: 87005#

 

February 4 -

 

Copy of Meeting Minutes

 

March 2
April 6 May 4
June 1 July 6
August 3 September 7
October 5 November 2
December 7  

 


 

About FAPAC and FAPAC-SW

 

The Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC) was founded in 1985. It is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing the civilian and military Asian Pacific American (APA) employees in the Federal and District of Columbia governments.

 

FAPAC-SW is the Southwest chapter of the national FAPAC.

 

FAPAC is organized exclusively for educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The primary purpose of FAPAC is to serve as an interagency association within the Federal and District of Columbia Governments, providing a focus for over thirty ethnically distinct groups, originating from Asian and Pacific regions, as recognized by the United States Bureau of the Census.

 

Mission Statement

FAPAC is an organization that promotes equal opportunity and cultural diversity for APAs within the Federal and District of Columbia governments. FAPAC encourages the participation and advancement of APAs in the Government work force.

 

Vision

FAPAC is a nationally recognized organization that serves as a conduit through which the interests, issues and representation of Asian Pacific Americans in the Federal, State, County, City and District of Columbia governments are addressed. It will also promote partnerships with the public and private sectors in the community it serves.

 

Code of Ethics

Each member shall uphold the vision and objectives of FAPAC as expressed in its Constitution and Bylaws. It is incumbent upon each member to behave honorably in representing FAPAC in all organization activities and avoid in engaging in any transaction that may come in conflict with the interest of FAPAC.

 

 

 

 

 

 
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