CUNY Asian Pacific American Law Students Association

The CUNY Asian Pacific American Law Students Association is a dedicated student organization at the City University of New York School of Law, located in Long Island City, NY. This organization serves as a vital platform for law students committed to advancing understanding and advocacy around Asian Pacific American legal issues and their impact on diverse communities.

Based at CUNY Law, an institution founded in 1983 to make legal education more accessible and to train outstanding public interest lawyers, APALSA operates within a law school recognized as the nation's leading public interest law school. The organization strives to promote greater understanding of the unique legal challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities through comprehensive academic support, political engagement, and community education initiatives.

APALSA provides its members with opportunities to explore the intersection of Asian Pacific American identity and law, fostering professional development and meaningful peer connections. The organization functions as a vehicle for political activity and advocacy, enabling law students to engage with pressing issues affecting their communities while building networks with like-minded advocates and mentors.

Located just minutes from Manhattan in Queens, the Long Island City campus sits at the heart of one of New York City's most diverse boroughs, making it an ideal location for an organization dedicated to serving diverse communities. CUNY Law's commitment to diversity of experience, background, perspective, and thought directly supports APALSA's mission to amplify Asian Pacific American voices within the legal profession and advance social justice through legal advocacy.