APAG President Meets Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani
Dec 2025
The American Pakistani Advocacy Group (APAG) President, Ali Rashid, met with NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani just 24 hours ahead of a historic inauguration. Mayor-elect Mamdani thanked the community for its strong support.
APAG President Named Top Influential Muslim Leader
Dec 2025
Congratulations to American Pakistani Advocacy Group (APAG) President Ali Rashid on being recognized among the Top 65 Influential Muslims of New York for 2025 by America’s Muslim Network.
Ali’s dedication and tireless service to the community have been truly unprecedented, creating meaningful and lasting impact across New York and beyond. His leadership, advocacy, and commitment continue to uplift communities and inspire positive change.
APAG Launches “Little Pakistan in Brooklyn” Illustration
Dec 2025
The American Pakistani Advocacy Group (APAG) and the NYC Office of Immigrant Affairs are proud to release the “Little Pakistan in Brooklyn” illustration on the birthday of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan.
A vibrant hub of culture, entrepreneurship, and community, Little Pakistan in Brooklyn celebrates the enduring contributions of Pakistani Americans to New York City’s social, cultural, and economic fabric—honoring a legacy of resilience, hard work, and civic engagement.
APAG Cares Annual Holiday Toy Drive
Dec 2025
The American Pakistani Advocacy Group Cares (APAG Cares) conducted its annual Holiday Toy Drive this year at Jamaica Hospital Center, distributing toys to children admitted to the hospital who are undergoing treatment and were unable to be home with their families during the holidays.
APAG Cares remains committed to serving and supporting communities in need and will continue this important work year-round.
APAG Leads Unity Rally Against Hate and Bigotry
Dec 2025
United Against Hate. United for Peace. United as One. Community leaders, faith representatives, and residents came together for a Press Conference and Unity Rally to send a clear message: hate and bigotry have no place in our city or our country.
This event was organized following the December 14, 2025 shooting at a Chanukah event in Australia, after which NYC Councilmember Vickie Paladino used her public platform to make statements that unfairly and dangerously targeted the Muslim community. While the initial post was later removed from X, it was followed by an op-ed that doubled down on those claims—an escalation that required a clear, collective response. Such rhetoric undermines our shared values of inclusion, dignity, and coexistence.
Together, we demanded accountability and called for meaningful action. Public officials must be held to the highest standards, and serious investments from city, state, and federal governments are needed to address all forms of hate, without exception.
We will remain peaceful, vigilant, and united, standing up for dignity, safety, and respect for all. God bless New York City and the United States of America.
APAG President Joins NYC Comptroller Transition Team
Dec 2025
Congratulations to the President of the American Pakistani Advocacy Group (APAG) on being selected to join New York City Comptroller-elect Mark Levine’s transition team, alongside an outstanding group of business and civic leaders. This is a proud moment for our community and a testament to APAG’s continued commitment to public service and civic engagement.
APAG Cares Annual Halal Thanksgiving Food Drive
Nov 2025
The American Pakistani Advocacy Group Cares (APAG Cares) successfully conducted its annual Halal Thanksgiving Food Drive. APAG Cares team distributed Halal turkeys, food packages, and freshly prepared Halal meals to the community. The response was overwhelming, with hundreds of families receiving turkeys and other essential items for Thanksgiving.
A heartfelt thank you to all APAG Cares members who helped with packing and distribution. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to continue serving our community.
Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving
APAG Advocates for Hospital Language Access Legislation
Nov 2025
State Senator John Liu and Assemblywoman Nily Rozic, joined by the American Pakistani Advocacy Group (APAG) and other community organizations, held a press conference at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens in Flushing to call on Governor Kathy Hochul to sign the Hospital Language Access Bill (A387/S6288) into law.
This critical legislation will ensure that patients with limited English proficiency (LEP) receive timely, accurate, and equitable medical care—addressing a longstanding barrier to healthcare access across New York State.
Under the bill, hospitals will be required to provide interpretation and translation services in key languages, including Urdu, to ensure that all patients can fully understand their care and make informed health decisions.
APAG President Ali Rashid emphasized that language should never be a barrier to quality healthcare. The proposed law represents a vital step toward equity and inclusion for New York’s diverse communities.
APAG Celebrates Zohran Mamdani’s Historic Mayoral Victory
Nov 2025
Song Watan Gilgit-Baltistan culture celebration event with Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan Haji Gulbar Khan, Consul General of Pakistan to New York Hon. Aamer Ahmed Atozai and APAG President Ali Rashid.
APAG organized Pakistanis United for Zohran Mamdani Rally
Nov 2025
The American Pakistani Advocacy Group (APAG) organized Pakistanis United for Zohran Mamdani Rally.
If you haven’t voted yet, make a plan to vote tomorrow, Election Day, November 4th!
Polls are open from 6 AM to 9 PM. Find your poll site here: www. findmypollsite.vote.nyc
History will be made as Zohran Mamdani becomes the first Muslim and South Asian Mayor of New York City, Insha’Allah.
Let’s finish strong!
APAG Leads Voter Registration for Zohran Mamdani
Oct 2025
Voter Registration and campaigning for Zohran at Masjid Bilal Today. We registered many new voters today, including two individuals who have been in this country for over 40 years and today registered to vote for the first time.