Harris Zhao, Boston, MA
I joined NAAAP because of how well the organization fostered a family environment and gave Asian Americans, like myself, an opportunity to meet new people and give back to the community. In my point of view, NAAAP members are strongly committed to the organization’s mission, which is to “cultivate and empower Asian and Pacific Islander leaders through professional development, community service, and networking.” This mission is especially salient because sometimes I find himself facing challenges in being unable to connect with his co-workers because of different backgrounds and experiences. At NAAAP, I feel like I am more at home because everyone shares similar backgrounds and beliefs about doing good for the Asian American community.
