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LEAD Filipino
We are a nonprofit that organizes for FilAm civic participation, grassroots leadership and direct community action out of San Jose, California.
6.25.22 – Summer Jeepney Jam Photos
Big thanks and many shout outs to everyone that came through for our first collaborative Summer Jeepney Jam at Garden at the Flea in San Jose. Connecting with each of you out in our vibrant and beautiful community is why…
6.24.22 – Statement on Roe v. Wade Decision
As a local grassroots organization our programs, services and campaigns concern the economic and social realities of FilAms in San Jose and surrounding communities. Navigating politicized issues that impact our communities, within and outside of our immediate constituency. However, during…
Summer Jeepney Jam #2022
For the first time, we were able to collaborate with the partners of Filipino American Communities Together (FACT) San Jose, Moveable and Garden at the Flea to host a community event in celebration of Philippines Independence Day. Last Friday, June…
6.2.22 – Delano Manongs Park Grand Opening Postponed
We know that many of you are interested in supporting San Jose’s historic Delano Manongs Park (DMP). Since 2021, the DMP Committee of volunteers has met to plan for the Grand Opening of the Park, inclusive of a community-wide public…
5.22.22 – AAPI Heritage Month Libroration Book Club with Special Guest Stephanie Foo
Please join us for our May Libroration Book Club session in celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with special guest Stephanie Foo, author of “What My Bones Know.” Stephanie Foo is a radio producer, author and advocate.…
5.9.22 – Statement on the Philippines Elections
5.3.22 – 2022 Awareness in Action Program (AAP) Registration Open!
Known simply as AAP, we have proudly offered our Awareness in Action Program to the larger San Jose/Silicon Valley region since 2016. A 10-week multidisciplinary course that covers aspects of pre-colonial Philippines society and history while centering the unique experiences…
4.24.22 – AB 1608 Update
We are delighted to share that AB 1608 has passed through both Assembly Committees on Local Government and Public Safety! The bill will now proceed to the Assembly Floor for a full vote and upon this passage, will move on…
That’s Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to you!
Today marks a truly momentous and historic occasion for all Americans. The students, families, and members of LEAD Filipino stand together in congratulating Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson as she is confirmed to the Supreme Court. Justice Jackson will be the…
Halalan 2022: Philippines Presidential Election Rundown with CNN Philippines Correspondent Gerg Cahiles
Join us for a conversation about who will LEAD the Philippines for the next 6 years!