ABOUT US
We are the Student Coalition for Asian Pacific Empowerment.
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We're here to educate students on social issues impacting students of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American (APIDA) heritage. To amplify the voices of marginalized peoples, both within and around USC. To empower students to move towards positive social change.
We offer a safe space for those suffering from social injustice. And we offer a brave space for those challenging their own prejudices.
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We are SCAPE.
OUR TEAMS
API EQUALITY LA
Coordinates collaborative projects with API-Equality Los Angeles to uplift APIDA LGBTQ+ folx
AT-LARGE
Coordinates events, rapid responses to campus issues, and all miscellaneous functions of the club
CCED
Coordinates collaborative projects with API-Equality Los Angeles
GENERAL MEETINGS
Plans interactive activities and facilitates discussions for general meetings
KIWA
Coordinates collaborative projects with Koreatown Immigrant Workers Association to work towards justice for restaurant workers in Koreatown
SOCIAL MEDIA
Curates SCAPE's Facebook, Instagram, and Discord to spread awareness of justice issues impacting APIDA folx within and around USC and SCAPE's responses to them
OUR VISION, OUR MISSION
The Student Coalition for Asian Pacific Empowerment’s (SCAPE) vision is to build relationships within the USC and greater Los Angeles community by being a resource that aims to:
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Raise awareness and enable students to act on social issues affecting APA’s and API’s
Amplify the voices of marginalized peoples
Provide a brave space; encouraging students to participate in a space free of judgment, filled with positive intent, tactful language, and empathetic connections with one another.
Empower, energize, and mobilize SCAPE members to become catalysts for positive social change
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The Student Coalition for Asian Pacific Empowerment (SCAPE) strives to achieve this vision through providing a progressive and supportive space that energizes USC students and community members to engage in issues affecting Los Angeles APA and API communities. To do this, SCAPE will facilitate workshops, build relationships with other organizations on and off campus, and visibly respond to current social issues facing minorities.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
SCAPE strives to uphold APIDA solidarity with Black people both within and around USC. Here are some statements clarifying our positions:
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Statement of Solidarity with Black Lives Matter
Statement on the Suspension of Greg Patton
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