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Governor’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs

Vision Statement:

One day, all Asian Pacific Americans in Maryland will be celebrated and welcomed with
equitable access to economic, educational, and other resources that empower them to
embrace their unique identities and reach their full potential.

Mission Statement:
To ensure Asian Pacific Americans flourish by building relationships, advising policies,
and promoting support needed for an inclusive and growing Maryland.

Our Values:
“Community, Empathy, Inclusion, Resourcefulness and Teamwork”

Applying for an Ethnic Commission Seat  LINK

GOCI’s Administrative Director
Christina Poy

2025 Events and Programs

02/15/2025 – Lunar New Year Celebration –    Flyer      Registration Link

2024 Events and Programs

February 10, 2024 – Lunar New Year Celebration at Peabody Heights Brewery   FLYER
May 2024 – “Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration”

August, 30 2024 Washington Chinese Culture Festival, 10 AM – 6 PM, Penn Ave 3rd/4th ST NW Washington DC Flyer 

September, 14, 2024 – 32nd Annual Native American Festival 10 AM – 6 PM, Vienna, MD Baseball Field Flyer 

Commission Documents
Executive Order
2018 Annual Report
2013 Annual Report
2012 Annual Report

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The State of Maryland pledges to provide constituents, businesses, customers, and stakeholders with friendly and courteous, timely and responsive, accurate and consistent, accessible and convenient, and truthful and transparent services.
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