Seattle, Washington × Washington D.C. Seattle Chinatown–International District | April 18–19
BUILDING BRIDGES:
FILIPINOTOWN
Event Overview
Building Bridges: Filipinotown — Washington × Washington launches a national town hall series designed to connect Filipino American communities across the country, beginning with a symbolic bridge between Washington, DC and Washington State.
This inaugural gathering will take place in Seattle’s historic Chinatown–International District and will bring together Filipino American entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, civic leaders, and families for conversations about leadership, entrepreneurship, and community storytelling.
The event is designed to strengthen connections between Filipino American communities across regions while celebrating the cultural and economic contributions of Filipino Americans in the United States.
BUILDING BRIDGES:
FILIPINOTOWN
Panel Conversations
Food & Entrepreneurship
Exploring Filipino American culinary leadership and restaurant entrepreneurship.
Civic Engagement & Community Leadership
Conversations with Filipino American leaders about civic participation, advocacy, and representation.
Healthcare & Storytelling
Highlighting voices shaping community wellness and documenting Filipino American stories.
Event Venues
Panels and conversations will take place across Filipino-owned spaces in Seattle’s Chinatown–International District:
• Kilig
• Hood Famous Cafe + Bar
• Uncle Bob's Place
