South Asian American Policy & Research Institute Email Format
Think TanksIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
SAAPRI is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2001. It pursues community-informed research to shape equitable and socially responsible policy recommendations for South Asian Americans in the Chicago area. The organization develops projects around emerging issues and relies on partnerships with community groups, academic institutions, and community members to foster dialogue and understanding. SAAPRI advances public policy by translating research into data-driven solutions that reflect community concerns. The organization communicates these concerns to public officials at local, state, and national levels, conducts outreach to community members and media, and participates in cross-racial coalitions and public forums. Its work covers topics including civic engagement, hate crimes, access to health care, economic development, and immigration.