IACPA serves to educate the Indian American community on how our American democracy functions, and encourages the community to take a more active role in the process.

From programs that focus on developing younger generations to online information to in-person training workshops, the Center provides a wide range of programs and services designed to develop dynamic leaders and outstanding citizens.

PROGRAMS

SERVICES

Washington Leadership Program
The Washington Leadership Program is an annual summer program in which IACPA brings 15-20 of the most promising young Indian American leaders in the United States to the nation's capitol for an eight-week intensive leadership training course which includes a six-week internship with a Member of Congress. The program is the one of the largest and most competitive Asian American internship programs on Capitol Hill.

Summer Speaker  Series
For six weeks each summer, IACPA brings you top leaders in and affecting the Indian American community to Washington to speak on a variety of topics.  Past speakers include: Delegate Kumar Barve of Maryland, Mike Patel of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association, Laura Efurd of Public Liaison office at the White House, and Shamina Singh, Executive Director of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

NationalWire Newsletter
The NationalWire Newsletter aims to keep the Indian American community connected to important events throughout the country as well as the Center's activities. The quarterly publication is distributed for free via mail, as well as a via email.

IACPA Action Center
The Action Center is the way IACPA informs the community about pressing issues that need immediate and tangible response. From responding to negative stereotypes in the media to pushing for necessary legislation, IACPA's Action Center helps to guarantee an Indian American response. The Center also serves as a base for the community to report incidents that need investigation and/or national attention. Let your voice be heard!