The Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans of Virginia (CAPAVA), led by President Kyung-Sook Jeon, organized a community event at Washington Central Presbyterian Church in Centreville that welcomed local leaders and elected officials ahead of Virginia’s November elections. The gathering, which was covered by The Korea Times DC, fostered meaningful dialogue between policymakers and the Korean American community, emphasizing civic engagement and the importance of ensuring Asian American voices are represented in local and state decision-making.