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About KAC-WA
about KAC washington
We are a non-profit, non-partisan community organization. Our mission is to strengthen and empower the Korean American community and to enhance its profile and influence through:
- Civic education and participation
- Leadership development
- Community advocacy
- Networking
civic edu. & participation
At the KAC-WA, we believe that an informed and engaged community is the foundation for a thriving democracy.
leadership development
We recognize the importance of cultivating strong leaders within the Korean American community.
community advocacy
The Korean American Coalition is a staunch advocate for the needs and interests of Korean Americans in Washington State.
where it all began
Started in early 2002 by Korean American leaders who recognized the need for Korean American civic participation and representation under the name Korean American Voters Alliance (KAVA), volunteers set up massive voter registration drives and launched civic education programs. In September 2002, KAVA held its kick-off convention, drawing over 2,500 attendees.
In October 2006, KAVA became the official Washington State Chapter of the National Korean American Coalition (KAC) which facilitates the Korean American community’s participation in civic, legislative, and community affairs and has grown into a national organization with 15 chapters across the country. In January 2008, Korean American Professionals Society (KAPS) of Seattle merged with KAC-WA to combine the resources and purposes of the two organizations, and to further strengthen the Korean American community.
board of directors
We serve the mission to strengthen and empower the Korean-American community to enhance its profile and influence through civic education and participation, community advocacy, leadership development and networking.
sam cho
president
gloria shin
secretary
john jung
treasurer
Nina Park
Board Member
grace yoo
board member
jung kim
board member
KC Jung
board member
taemin um
board member
previous presidents
thomas lee
president 2015-2016
julie kang
president 2017-2018
cheryl lee
KAC board