From cultural traditions to legislative advocacy, One APIA Nevada month-long celebration uplifted culture, community power, and civic engagement across the Silver State.
Las Vegas, NV— May, 29, 2025 —One APIA Nevada (OAN), a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders in Nevada, proudly celebrated AANHPI Heritage Month with a lineup of community events across both Southern and Northern Nevada. From cultural workshops to civic engagement, each event highlighted the rich diversity and growing influence of AANHPI communities in our state.
OAN kicked off the month in Southern Nevada by celebrating Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander culture through a lei-making workshop at UNLV in collaboration with the Ewalu Club, a student organization dedicated to spreading the Aloha spirit and sharing Polynesian traditions with the Las Vegas community.
“Painting Roots” encouraged participants to express their heritage through tote bag painting while engaging in meaningful conversations about key issues from the 83rd Legislative Session—such as healthcare access, language access, paid leave, and environmental justice—that directly impact AANHPI communities. The artwork ranged from beloved icons like the Jollibee mascot to nostalgic items like Eagle Brand medicated oil, with each creation serving as a vibrant reflection of personal and cultural identity.
To promote sustainability and clean energy, OAN also organized “Cycling on Sunshine,” a guided net-zero green building tour featuring renewable energy solutions. From solar panels and electric vehicles to air conditioning rebates and energy-efficient appliances, attendees learned how to save money and protect the environment using federal clean energy tax credits.
In Northern Nevada, OAN partnered with the City of Reno and the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) for a lively cultural celebration. The event featured traditional dances, performances, local AANHPI-owned businesses, and a delicious array of ethnic foods from Filipino lumpia to Hawaiian barbecue bringing community members together in joyful recognition of our heritage.
OAN closed out the month with AANHPI Heritage Day at the Nevada State Legislature and the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City, in collaboration with ACDC and the AANHPI Legislative Caucus. This celebration featured community panels, cultural performances, and meaningful discussions about civic participation and policy advocacy.
These events underscore the importance of continued community engagement. As one of the fastest-growing populations in Nevada, AANHPI communities are positioned to shape the state’s future in powerful ways. One APIA Nevada remains dedicated to building that future by fostering civic participation through policymaking, grassroots organizing, volunteerism, and leadership development.
The organization hosts year-round events tailored to the unique needs and cultural stories of AANHPI Nevadans, including the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival on May 31, 2025, at Bottega Exchange, 6675 S. Tenaya Way #200, Las Vegas, NV 89113.
To learn more and get involved, visit oneapianevada.org.
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ABOUT ONE APIA NEVADA
About One APIA Nevada: Founded in June 2018, One APIA Nevada (OAN) is a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to empowering and advocating for Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Nevadans. One APIA Nevada coordinates community organizing, engages in direct voter engagement, and uplifts the voices of the AANHPI community through issue advocacy and education
