Grace is a policy and political leader with over 15 years of experience in policy, advocacy, diplomacy, international development, and politics, where she has worked closely with high-level government, United Nations, non-profit, and private sector officials in the U.S. and around the world. Click here to learn more about Grace.

Jayden Yu is a current student at George Washington University studying International Affairs with a concentration in National Security. His experience in public service includes serving as a Communications Intern at APAICS, where he supported initiatives focused on AA NH/PI political representation and civic engagement. He has also volunteered with the Democratic Party of Georgia’s AAPI Caucus and the New Jersey Democratic State Committee’s AANHPI Caucus, contributing to efforts to expand AAPI participation in politics.

Grace Park earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Earth and Environmental Sciences from the University of Michigan. She previously interned for former Rep. Carolyn Maloney’s congressional campaign and conducted sustainable development research at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) and the University of Michigan. As a New Yorker, she aspires to use her background in campaign outreach and voter mobilization to advance political and climate change reform in AANHPI communities. 

Dana provides budget and business operations support, oversees the internship program and provides strategic planning support on organizational objectives and projects. She holds a Master of Professional Studies in Urban Ministry from Alliance Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Binghamton University.

Hillary Lee is a student at Barnard College of Columbia University studying Economics and Psychology, with an interest public service, advocacy, and community engagement. As an active member of the Columbia University Democrats, She has organized and canvassed for 10+ political campaigns and advocated for immigration reform through congressional lobbying in Washington, D.C. At Karis, she supports event planning, outreach, research, and programming initiatives.