I have heard about AYPAL when I use to live in Oakland, CA for a little. These groups of youth were passionate about he policies, but I did not know they were able to accomplish so much in the past.
Boran, like many others have migrated to the United States for a safer life from Southeast Asian. However, his case was different because he was a criminal, therefore, the law wil force deportation once he finishes his sentence. The deportation law is terrifying for families who have non-citizens family members. This problem resonates with many in Oakland, Ca.
Kwon shows the difficult use of vocalizing the voice of the youth; they are never really heard or taken serious. AYPAL tries to deviate from this equilibrium by taking matters into their own hands.
Their method derives from grassroots organizing by going around the local neighborhood and throwing community events. I also have done this, but for education policy, in Richmond, CA. I held a big event to aware the residents of what is going on with the local education and how we can improve it.
I think it is great they held block parties because this area historically unites through block parties. Even when it was cold, people still showed to listen and show their support. The youth spoke their concern. They then realized the must make the representatives accountable. They told the congresswomen and assembly memebers of their concerns along with building a wid-range support group. This strategy is great for youth because they can build credibility. It is unfortunate the youth do not have a voice alone, though.
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