KASAMAHAN AT USF
Filipinx-American Organization
The members of Kasamahan at USF stand in solidarity with the Black community.
Click the first button to donate to USF's Black Student Union.
This other buttons provide resources and links to stay educated, sign petitions, and donate.
Credit to @dehyedration on Twitter
The administration in the Philippines is currently attempting to pass an "Anti-Terrorism Bill" that will severely impact free speech. It will broaden the definition of terrorism which will silence anyone that opposes the government. Click the button for more information and how to support. Sign the petition to show your support since many people in the Philippines are unable to sign due to the consequences of this bill. The Google Doc has more information curated by our Community Affairs Co-Directors.
Aya Morales, a fellow kasama that just graduated this past year, is currently in the hospital because of complications in her health. As of yesterday, it was announced that she is slowly recovering and being closely monitored by a team of doctors at UCLA.
Her family are asking to keep her in our prayers as doctors continue to conduct tests and help Aya recover as fast as possible.
Above is a link to a “GoFundMe [that] has been set up to collect monetary funds that will be used to support the family as well as the medical team that is taking care of Aya (ie. food, staff treats, etc.)” along with updates.
Many of our beloved faculty members and librarians were at risk of losing their jobs due to budget cuts. Now they are fighting against disproportionate salary cuts and for budget transparency from the administration. For more information read the SF Foghorn article and go to the USFFA website.
Please read the list of demands and sign the petition by clicking the button above.
Follow @USFCASolidarity on Instagram and Twitter for more updates on the situation.
For more regarding the Black Lives Matter movement, the Anti-Terror Bill, or anything else regarding USF Kasamahan visit the official Kasamahan website. There you will find more information and resources along with a letter of solidarity from our Executive Director and Community Affairs Co-Directors.
It is also time to nominate class representatives to Kasamahan's Executive Board.
In order to nominate a fellow Kasama, email [email protected] with the subject line “KasamaRep Nomination.” The message should be as follows: “I, [Your Name], nominate [Candidate’s Name], for the position of [Class Standing] KasamaRep for the Academic year of 2020-2021.”
Nominations are open and will close on Friday, June 26th at 11:59pm PST
Note: Candidates must receive at least two nominations and you are able to nominate yourself.
Friendship Games Leader Applications are open until June 30th at 11:59 pst
Although Friendship Games is still TBD due to the pandemic, please don't let that dissuade you from applying! If you have any questions, please contact our Activities Director, Jacob Magsalin at [email protected]