Rooted in our values of kapwa (shared identity) and respect, NaFFAA considers any comments or imagery that dehumanize others, especially those invoking racist tropes, as deeply harmful. Regardless of politics, language matters, and depicting Black leaders as apes, particularly a…
NaFFAA is alarmed by another shooting and loss of life involving ICE in Minnesota. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Alex Pretti, a registered nurse who worked at the VA for over a decade.…
Washington, D.C. — January 10, 2026 — In 2025, more than 30 people died while in immigration detainment centers, including at least 5 Asian Americans. Guided by the Filipino value of kapwa (our shared humanity and mutual respect) NaFFAA affirms…
Uniting Filipino Americans for rapid, verified disaster response, #FilAmAlerts raises nearly half a million pesos in a few weeks since relaunch Program Relaunch In response to recent typhoons and earthquakes affecting communities across the Philippines, the National Federation of Filipino…
Washington, D.C. — December 5, 2025 — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) expresses its deepest condolences to the families affected by the tragic shooting at a child’s birthday party in Stockton, California, where four lives were lost,…
A Renewed Commitment to Unity, Transparency, and Coordinated Humanitarian Action WASHINGTON, D.C. — In light of the recent typhoons and earthquakes affecting communities across the Philippines, the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) proudly announces the relaunch of the…
The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) acknowledges the challenges that the current government shutdown brings to Filipino American families, especially those facing furloughs and delayed pay. Across the nation, Filipino Americans serve in government, the military, and essential…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) expresses deep concern and disappointment regarding the recent sentencing of Christian Lentz, the perpetrator in the 2023 violent assault of 75-year-old Filipino American Amadeo Quindara of Las Vegas. Despite…
Washington, D.C. – As 2024 draws to a close, the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) reflects on a remarkable year of growth, empowerment, and unity, culminating in a historic leadership transition beginning in January 2025. This year, NaFFAA’s unwavering…
Washington, D.C., November 7, 2024 — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) extends congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump on his election victory and reaffirms its commitment to empowering the Filipino American and broader Asian American communities. As a nonpartisan…
