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June 22, 2026
Narrative and Identity
Belonging to Build Power: A Discussion of Asian American Values Research
Description
This discussion with NCAAT, HIT Strategies, and the Asian American Power Network featured the findings, lessons, and strategies emerging from the Asian American values research in NC.
Authors
North Carolina Asian Americans Together
North Carolina Asian Americans Together
Asian American Power Network
HIT Strategies
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State leaders shared how they are leveraging research to cultivate a strong sense of community and belonging in their programs to develop robust membership programs, craft effective messaging strategies, and strengthen their leadership pipeline.
For this conversation, we were joined by:
- Mary Lou Akai-Ferguson, Executive Director, Asian American Power Network (Moderator)
- Su Cho, Head of Data Management, North Carolina Asian Americans Together
- Chavi Khanna Koneru, Executive Director, North Carolina Asian Americans Together
- Roshni Nedungadi, Chief Research Officer and Founding Partner, HIT Strategies
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