LEAP Connect
LEAP Connect aims to bring both needed and inspirational leadership dialogues to the community. Through a series of accessible monthly leadership conversations, trainings, networking opportunities and more, participants will build the tools and resources needed to inspire change within their personal and professional communities.
Upcoming Session
We’re Here, We’re Queer: Pride Month Edition
Queer and trans people have always been in AANHPI communities, and vice versa! To transition from AAPI Month in May to Pride in June, we’ll spend time getting to know pieces of QTAAPI history, culture, and organizing. The LGBTQ+ & AANHPI umbrella is huge, so while we’ll only scratch the surface of the richness of our community, you’ll leave with ways to stay engaged and support queer and trans folks beyond Pride.
LEAP Connect leadership workshops are free, accessible to the public, and are intended to bring a safe space to the community. Participants can walk away from the sessions with the tools and resources necessary to increase their leadership skills and inspire change.
About Reggie Gravely
Reggie Gravely (he/they) is a Māhū Black and Kānaka Maoli, born and raised in North Carolina, currently based in Atlanta, Georgia, on Muscogee lands. He serves as the Director of Advocacy and Organizing at the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA). In his role, Reggie works to build partnerships, support grassroots efforts, strengthen capacity, and develop programs that support LGBTQ+ and AANHPI liberation and embody cross-racial solidarity. Reggie also serves on the board of the Black Pacific Alliance and Core Team for the Queer and Trans Pacific Islander Village. In his free time, Reggie enjoys finding a hobby every three months that he may or may not forget about - current hobbies include gardening, quilting, baking, and lei-making.
About Mai Li O’Keefe
Mai Li O’Keefe (they/them) is a non-binary Korean adoptee from the Midwest, currently based in Portland, Oregon. They serve as the Programs Manager for the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA) where they bring LGBTQIA+ & AANHPI community together through convenings, trainings, and receptions. Mai Li is also one of the co-founders and board members for BIPOC Adoptees.
2026 LEAP Connect Season
2026 LEAP Connect Season
More Details Coming Soon!
Thank you to our LEAP Connect sponsors
