Many communities. Many stories. Many advocates. One journey.
 

Our Impact

SEARAC’s commitment to building the power of Southeast Asian American communities grounds our Leadership and Advocacy Training program. Over the years, LAT has trained advocates to uplift their communities’ stories and fight for their own self-determination and well-being.

25+ years

training community members

Each year since 1999 — even going fully virtual during the COVID pandemic — SEARAC’s LAT program has educated participants on the immigration, education, and health policies impacting their communities.

41 states

represented

We strive to ensure diverse geographic representation with each cohort. Over the years, we have hosted community members from 41 states.

1,500+ alumni

graduated

Since 1999, more than 1,500 community members have passed through SEARAC’s leadership pipeline.

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program overview:

What is the Leadership Advocacy Training?

SEARAC’s Leadership Advocacy Training (LAT) is a three-day immersive training program that builds the advocacy and leadership skills of emerging Southeast Asian American (SEAA) advocates. Participants of the program will learn how to uplift their community's stories and build collective power as they learn how to become effective advocates for policy change.

Timeline

Application for 2024 cohort opens

Application period closes

Selected cohort is announced

Program dates

February 11, 2025

March 4, 2025

Late March 2025

June 24, 2025 - June 26, 2025

 
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