The Asian American Unity Summit Returns to Washington D.C.

The 3rd Annual Asian American Unity Summit, hosted by the Asian American Unity Coalition (AAUC), is set to bring together over 150 leaders, policymakers, and allies from the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities. The two-day event, held on September 16-17, 2025, in Washington, D.C., aims to strengthen collaboration, amplify advocacy, and address critical challenges facing the AANHPI communities.

“This is more than a gathering, it’s a movement,” said AAUC Board Chair Dr. SK Lo. “We are building unity through shared purpose, data-driven advocacy, and the power of storytelling.”

According to the official summit website, the event is a crucial forum for leaders to connect and strategize. The summit will feature a variety of sessions on topics such as civil rights, economic equity, mental health, and political participation. The first day will take place at the Holiday Inn and include sessions on AANHPI contributions and a conversation with activist Helen Zia. The second day will be held at the Rayburn House Office Building at the U.S. Capitol, featuring a keynote address by Representative Gene Wu and culminating in Capitol Hill visits and a Congressional Reception.

The summit will also serve as the launchpad for two new AAUC initiatives: AAUC's HUB, a data platform, and the Asian American News Portal. The event will honor several individuals for their contributions, with Rep. Gene Wu receiving the Dalip Singh Saund Award and Ambassador M. Osman Siddique receiving the Norman Mineta Award, as reported by American Bazaar Online. Other key speakers at the event include entrepreneur Andrew Yang and activist Helen Zia.

Registration for the event is currently open, with tickets priced at $140 for AAUC members, $175 for non-members, and $75 for students. Tickets for the optional Welcome Dinner on September 16 are available for an additional $100. For more details on the event and to register, you can visit the official Asian American Unity Coalition website.

Photo by Asian American Unity Coalition.