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Leadership Development Event
A Compass to Leadership:
Building Our Future Together
When: November 14th from 10am-2pm
Where: River Ridge High School, Lacey WA
Register: by November 7th here
Join us and our partners for an energizing day of growth, connection, and inspiration! We will hear from leaders in a variety of sectors share their stories and best practices. Participants will build practical leadership skills, discuss why we want to be leaders, network with mentors, peers and allies, and build life long opportunities.
This year's event, "A Compass to Leadership: Building Our Future Together," will focus on topics covering leadership styles, financial freedom, integrating culture roots and values, finding your voice, and exploring different career paths. We invite you to join us as we enhance our leadership skills and knowledge together! Registration is free, and a light lunch will be provided. The event will be held in-person in River Ridge High School in Thurston County, Washington.
High school and college students, parents, and our community organizations' partners and staff, including those aspire to be leaders or are already leaders in their communities—are strongly encouraged to attend!
Join us to connect, grow, influence positive change, and build your leadership skills!
Citizenship Class
Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? Besides the clinics, APIC SPS will also offer these Citizenship Classes to help prepare Legal Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders) to successfully complete the naturalization interview and test. This is a 4 month course, where we will focus on building participant’s (1) understanding of the English language, and (2) understanding of U.S. history and of the principles and form of government in the U.S.
Date: Citizenship Classes will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month:
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March 26, 2026
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May 28, 2026
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July 23, 2026
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September 24, 2026
What to Expect: Through the four classes we will practice English (speaking/comprehension, writing, and reading) and Civics (both the old 2008 and new 2025 tests) reviewing American History, Principles of American Government, and Symbols, Holidays, and Geography.
Time: 5:30pm — 7:00pm
Cost: FREE!
Location: Online on Zoom. Please register at tinyurl.com/jt224fdb
For any questions, please email apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com.
Citizenship Clinics
Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? These Citizenship Clinics are hosted by the Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) in partnership with The Korean Women's Association (KWA) to support Legal Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders) in applying for citizenship. Attendees will receive assistance in completing Form N-400 Application for Naturalization.
Register to secure your spot: tinyurl.com/3vjard6p
Date: Citizenship Clinics will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month starting in February 2026.
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February 26, 2026
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April 23, 2026
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June 25, 2026
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August 27, 2026
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September 24, 2026
Translated posters are available in Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, and Khmer in the pdf to the right. Use the arrows to scroll to each language.
What to expect at the Citizenship Clinic: We will conduct a general intake, legal screening, form preparation, quality review, copy, and exit with all clients.
Date: Citizenship Clinics will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month starting in February 2026. Please see more information below.
Time: By appointment only, limited spots available. You may sign up for one session, which may take up to 45 minutes. Please see more information below.
Cost: There is no cost for attending the clinic. But, you must pay a $760 Application Fee to USCIS as part of your citizenship application. If your household income is between FPL 150-400%, the application fee can be reduced to $380. If you receive public benefits (such as SNAP or Apple Health), the application fee can be waived.
Location: Thurston county, WA (the exact address will be provided after you register successfully)
For any questions, please email us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com. Thank you.
Government Financial Resources
The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) has compiled financial and community resources for federal workers impacted by a federal government shutdown.
The Office of Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) has also compiled resources for Thurston and Pierce Counties. View all links below.
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