Assemblymember Steven Raga to Lead 2nd Annual Nepali Community Day in Albany

By Makai House ONLINE TV On २०८२ बैशाख १९, शुक्रबार ०५:४८

Makai House Media, New York

Co-Sponsored by Deputy Senate Majority Leader Michael Gianaris and Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha Albany, NY — New York State Assemblymember Steven Raga is proud to announce and host the 2nd Annual Nepali Community Day in Albany on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the New York State Capitol, 172 State Street, Albany, NY 12224.

The event is co-sponsored by Deputy Senate Majority Leader Michael Gianaris and Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha, and will serve as a key platform for advocacy and engagement between the Nepali American community and New York State policymakers.

This year’s Nepali Community Day in Albany will feature Senate and Assembly introductions in the legislative chambers, alongside structured meeting with elected officials and state leaders to discuss legislative priorities, programmatic needs, and funding opportunities affecting the Nepali American community across New York State.

Key topics of discussion include:

Legislation

● Support for New York State Senate Bill S1865, advocating for the recognition and funding of Nepali media.

● Support for the Ethnic and Community Media Bill (Assembly Bill A3412), which seeks to increase access to public advertising and resources for multilingual and community-based media outlets serving immigrant and ethnic populations.

Funding

● Funding for Nepali language classes and Nepali community organizations.

● Increased investment in mental health services, community centers, and preservation efforts for cultural identity.

Programmatic Priorities

● Expansion of healthcare coverage and mental health awareness initiatives.

● Promotion of Nepali culture through Department of Cultural Affairs partnerships

● Immigration-focused policies, including protections for immigrants in NYS, addressing negative impacts

● Addressing hate crimes, improving community safety, and supporting Nepalese American businesses.

RSVP REQUIRED:

Due to space limitations, only 30 seats are available. All individuals and organizations interested in participating must RSVP at bit.ly/Nepali25 by Thursday, May 1, 2025. The exact meeting room number will be shared upon confirmation.

Please note that food and transportation will not be provided. Participants are advised to plan their travel accordingly.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Dolma Lama, District Director for Assemblymember Raga, at lamad@nyassembly.gov.