Profile: The National Association of Asian American Professionals

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Pittsburgh Asian-American Young Professionals Alliance is to provide an environment for Asian-American young professionals to share and exchange ideas in order to promote cultural and professional growth in the community. This cooperation can lead to a symbiotic relationship in which young professionals can establish a social and business network with other Asian-Americans that may lead to an advancement in their chosen fields. One important aspect of the alliance is to increase awareness in societal and politically relevant issues. The affiliation will also lead our generation to rediscover our cultural heritage while contributing back to the Asian community in Pittsburgh." - Charles Day and Angela Wang, Co-Founders (1998) Our Vision To build a cohesive organization which provides professional and social support for Asian American young professionals. Our Values Be fair, empathetic, and responsive in serving our members Respect and reinforce our fellow officers and respect the power of teamwork, Strive relentlessly to improve what we do and how we do it, Always earn and be worthy or our members' trust.