Note – Nov. 12, 2025: This event has been postponed until further notice.

AAJA Portland and the Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon (APANO) will sponsor a forum with current Asian American members of the Oregon Legislature on Nov. 15 at the APANO building. 

The seven members in the 2025 session constituted the largest such group since statehood in 1859.

Participating members are Sen. Khanh Pham, and Reps. Farrah Chaichi, Daniel Nguyen, Hai Pham and Thuy Tran.

Rep. Hoa Nguyen died of cancer in September and Rep. Mari Watanabe is recovering from surgery.

They will be joined by Duncan Hwang, who works for APANO and is an elected member of Metro Council. 

After a meet-and-greet, the program will start at 11:15 am with a discussion of why members sought office, what they have accomplished for their constituents and the Asian American community, and what their future plans.

Light refreshments will be available.

WHEN: 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15

WHERE: APANO, 8188 SE Division St., Portlan OR, 97206

For more info, contact Peter Wong, capitolwong@gmail.com.