Empowering New York’s Asian American Community Since 1989

JOIN TEAM AAF

WHY WORK FOR AAF?

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FAST GROWTH

We are experiencing fast growth – in attracting resources, community impact, and national reputation.
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MEASURABLE IMPACT

Our work makes a measurable impact on the community, and our advocacy comes from real needs on the ground.
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WOMEN OF COLOR

Our staff, board, and leadership is majority women of color, and the leadership team is made up of veteran nonprofit executives who have a deep knowledge of our communities.
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PASSION, EMPATHY, FIERCE LOVE

We bring passion, empathy, and fierce love to the fight for equity and justice for our people.
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TRUST, RESPECT, SUPPORT

We trust each other, respect each other’s expertise, and support each other in all the ways we can.
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DIVERSITY OF CULTURES

We celebrate and appreciate the diversity of cultures in our workplace.

"I think what makes AAF different is that the environment here is unlike anything I’ve experienced in other workplaces. People truly care about one another, and we are allowed to explore our own creativity and ideas to the fullest."

Jenny Shin,
Development and Communications Coordinator

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Want to get involved in other ways? AAF has some exciting volunteer opportunities available — both in-person AND online! Help us get out the vote in immigrant communities, conduct outreach to small businesses in the city, or even serve as a Community Ambassador to help protect our AAPI neighbors! Use your skills and enthusiasm to make a difference in the place you call home. Learn more about the Community Safety Program here.

If you're interested in any of the above, let us know by filling out our General Volunteer Interest Form. Otherwise, take a look at more specific opportunities below: