Building social justice and understanding among the different cultural, ethnic, and social groups within our community.

Vision

One people, one family, one community.

Strategies

Celebrating Heritage

Engaging the community in events and activities that showcase the rich cultural heritage of Ketchikan. Events have included: Culture Grind, Youth Culture Camp and Fil-Am Fest
Health Equity

Partnering for health equity through improvement to health care access, supporting cultural responsive care, and engaging community in leadership.
Community Advocacy & Education

Have the conversations that lead us to deeper acceptance. Work towards equity and representation in policy.

The Strengthening Cultural Unity Task Force meetings are on the 4th Wednesday of the month, from 12:15p-1:00p. (location to be determined) – contact [email protected] for more information.

Join a Taskforce

Interested in getting involved? Want to find out more about Strengthening Cultural Unity or the Wellness Coalition? Contact us to learn more!

MAGSAYAWAN Ketchikan

Fil-Am Fest

Malasakit Matters

Parol Making

What we do

Sama Sama Tayo Sa Kalusugan - Healthier Together

Improving health systems through community led change to positively impact the Ketchikan Filipino community.

Fil-Am Festival

Held annually in October this festival celebrates Filipino American history with food, games, cultural highlights and more!

MALASAKIT MATTERS

A monthly health education opportunity!

Halo Halo Mix Mix Podcast

Join us for this fun, engaging podcast showcasing rich Filipino culture and it’s intersection with American life.

WE BELONG BLOCK PARTY

A summer event held in JUNE that focuses on sharing Ketchikan’s spirit of cultural unity and sense of belonging.

MAGSAYAWAN KETCHIKAN

Filipino Folk Dancing program for ALL Ages. Contact 907.821.4818 if you are interested!

KETCHIKAN KAPAMILYA WEBSITE

A website of more resources in the local community and local events. Also this has a setting to translate the website in Tagalog:

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