DC Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs

DC Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs This is the official page of the DC Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs. Enriched by Diversity; United as One Community.

Executive Office of the Mayor
Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs

Created in 1987, the Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs was part of the Executive Office of the Mayor until October 2001, when it became an independent agency through DC Act 14-85, "District of Columbia's Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development Act 2000."

07/17/2026

Celebrate AANHPI stories on the big screen at the 24th Annual DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival, happening through July 19th. This year’s festival features independent films highlighting the intersection of Indigenous and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities, with live Q&A sessions following each screening.

Hosted at theaters across the District, the festival brings powerful storytelling and opportunities to support AANHPI filmmakers.

Where to catch the action:
• Alamo Drafthouse Cinema DC (Bryant St.)
• Angelika Pop-Up at Union Market

Learn more, explore the full film schedule, and get tickets at apafilm.org.

06/01/2026

AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration at Bancroft Elementary School was a vibe! 

As part of this beloved annual tradition, MOAPIA was honored to read the 2026 AANHPI Heritage Month Proclamation on behalf of Mayor Bowser. 

Thank you to the Bancroft and DCPS community for nurturing our youth and celebrating the strength and beauty of our shared stories.

05/20/2026

Meet AALEAD (Asian American LEAD), one of our FY26 Community Grant recipients supporting Asian American and Pacific Islander youth and families across DC and our region.
For more than 25 years, AALEAD has empowered AAPI youth through culturally-responsive mentorship, after-school programs, and leadership development and advocacy for underserved communities.
This AANHPI Heritage Month, we are proud to highlight organizations like AALEAD that are helping build stronger, more inclusive communities and expanding opportunities for the next generation of DC youth.
The District remains committed to investing in diversity, equity, and community-based organizations who continue to make a lasting impact across all eight wards. 
Good news! Our FY27 Community Grant applications are now open — learn more at communityaffairs.dc.gov/content/community-grant-program

Join us for the 2026 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration with Mayor Bowser! 🎉 We’re honoring this year’s award recipients ...
05/12/2026

Join us for the 2026 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration with Mayor Bowser! 🎉 We’re honoring this year’s award recipients — Irene B. Bueno, who will receive the Ajay K. Ojha Volunteer Service Award, and Dana Tai Soon Burgess, who will receive the Community Service Award — as we celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month together with cultural performances, delicious food, and a special raffle gift basket you won’t want to miss. See you there, DC!
When: Thursday, May 14 at 5 PM
Where: UDC Ballroom, 4200 Connecticut Ave NW
Register: tinyurl.com/AANHPICelebration2026

MOAPIA, in partnership with Barracks Row Main Street, convened AANHPI entrepreneurs and community members for a panel di...
05/09/2026

MOAPIA, in partnership with Barracks Row Main Street, convened AANHPI entrepreneurs and community members for a panel discussion and networking mixer centered on small business growth and community building. The conversation highlighted the vital role AANHPI-owned businesses play in strengthening local neighborhoods and fostering economic opportunity.

As we close out AANHPI Heritage Month, join MOAPIA for a reflective community writing workshop that brings together stor...
05/07/2026

As we close out AANHPI Heritage Month, join MOAPIA for a reflective community writing workshop that brings together storytelling, identity, and healing.
This session invites participants to explore and reconnect with their AANHPI and Pride identities through guided writing exercises and shared reflection. It’s a space to slow down, express, and honor the stories that shape who we are.
The workshop will be facilitated by Lavau Nalu, a Blak storyteller and visual curator with Archive Ples, a community storytelling platform based in Papua New Guinea. 
Come write, reflect, and close out the month in community with us.
May 31 Sun 11AM
Location: 899 North Capitol St SE
RSVP: tinyurl.com/APIPride2026

Over the weekend, MOAPIA Director De Guzman attended the DC Sakura Matsuri street festival to celebrate our Japanese Ame...
04/13/2026

Over the weekend, MOAPIA Director De Guzman attended the DC Sakura Matsuri street festival to celebrate our Japanese American community. We are grateful for the culture, history, and partnership that continue to shape DC’s rich diversity.

세금 신고에 도움이 필요하신가요? MOCA가 도와드립니다! 오는 4월 4일 토요일, 연소득 $69,000 이하의 주민 여러분들을 대상으로 자격을 갖춘 자원봉사자들이 무료 세금 신고 지원 서비스를 제공합니다. 행사는 ...
04/03/2026

세금 신고에 도움이 필요하신가요? MOCA가 도와드립니다!
 
오는 4월 4일 토요일, 연소득 $69,000 이하의 주민 여러분들을 대상으로 자격을 갖춘 자원봉사자들이 무료 세금 신고 지원 서비스를 제공합니다.
 
행사는 오전 10시부터 오후4시까지 899 North Capitol St NE 에서 진행됩니다. 언어 지원 서비스도 제공됩니다.

Connecting with the next generation of leaders ✅MOCA teams joined Cardozo High School for their 2nd Annual Community Ser...
04/02/2026

Connecting with the next generation of leaders ✅

MOCA teams joined Cardozo High School for their 2nd Annual Community Service Fair! We had the opportunity to engage with students and families to share the wide range of cultural and community resources we provide.

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441 4th Street NW, Ste 721N
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12027273120

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