Strategic Plan 2026-2028

 

NAPABA’s strategic framework charts a bold path forward—empowering our members to thrive, lead, and shape the future of the legal profession and beyond. Grounded in community, advocacy, and sustainability, our strategy advances three core goals— to be a powerful voice for justice and opportunity; to foster a sense of belonging and connection within the legal community; and to ensure NAPABA is positioned for long-term growth and innovation.

 

Our Vision

To achieve optimal representation and influence of Asian American and Pacific Islander attorneys in every facet and level of the legal profession and beyond.

Our Values

Our shared values guide how we pursue our vision and execute our mission. We value equality, community, advocacy, relationships, diversity, equity, inclusion, open-mindedness, and the health and wellbeing of our members and the Asian American and Pacific Islander community as a whole, and strive to always maintain high standards of integrity, honor, and professional courtesy.

Our Strategic Plan

NAPABA’s new strategic framework focuses on what we believe will allow our members to achieve optimal representation, success, and influence within the legal profession and beyond, and challenges us to enhance our programs and focus our priorities and efforts around the four key goals and strategic imperatives.

ADVOCACY

Enhance NAPABA's standing as a credible, compelling, and respected voice for the AANHPI community.

 

Goal 1

Advance public policy issues important to the AANHPI community.

Goal 2

Promote the advancement of members of the NAPABA community to positions of leadership and influence in the legal profession and beyond.

MEMBERSHIP AND BELONGING

Foster a vibrant, inclusive, and connected AANHPI legal community by delivering meaningful member experiences, enhancing membership value, strengthening the legal pipeline, and deepening partnerships with local, state, and national bars.

Goal 1

Drive membership acquisition and retention through a personalized, user-centered experience that clearly communicates value and deepens connection across career stages.

Goal 2

Ensure the member experience provides meaningful connection, value, and access through targeted and relevant engagement opportunities.

Goal 3

Strengthen and activate the network of national, state, and local affiliates and leaders, so they may better serve their members and expand impact.

Goal 4

Invest in strategic partnerships and programming that expand opportunities for our community, elevate NAPABA’s standing as a leader in the broader legal community, and support allyship.

ORGANIZATIONAL SUSTAINABILTY AND INNOVATION

Ensure NAPABA is a resilient, future-ready organization by investing in strong governance, operational excellence, adaptive leadership, and sustainable practices.

Goal 1

Function as a high-performing governing board committed to building trust and transparency.

Goal 2

Strengthen NAPABA staff capacity to thrive in a dynamic and changing environment.

Goal 3

Strengthen the long-term financial health of the organization.
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