Welcome
Welcome to the newly launched website for Asian Pacific Islanders. This is long overdue. I am very excited to send this message to all of you. We share a common heritage-the Asian Continent and the Pacific Ocean. For many years, we have been invisible and inaudible. The number of API population in ASHA was very small and we were spread in many parts of our country. We also worked in a variety of settings and did not find a common voice. Over the years, the increase of API students and graduated in our programs made it possible to present a critical mass, this led to the organization of a caucus. Many of us have met informally over tea and coffee. Others have presented data and information of our colleagues. In recent years, dialogues and discussions have become more focused. Thanks to the leadership and vision of a few people, the website will be launched. I am inspired by the dedication and determination of Greta Tan and Michelle Yee for taking this on. I am delighted that we are using the e-technology to reach out and to network. This is the day and age of networked relationships. With passion, competence and knowledge, we can make a difference and I promise to continue my support for this effort and the best of luck to us all!