Filipino Non-Government Organizations in New Jersey

Rooted in Jersey City, New Jersey, Anakbayan New Jersey is a youth-led mass organization carrying forward a legacy of progressive Filipino American activism since its founding in 1998. The organization unites Filipino youth of all backgrounds—including workers, farmers, students, professionals, women, migrants, and members of national minority communities—in collective struggle for self-determination and social transformation. Anakbayan New Jersey recognizes that Filipino communities face interconnected challenges spanning both the United States and the Philippines, from forced migration and immigration enforcement to economic exploitation and political repression. By bringing together diverse young people in Jersey City and throughout New Jersey, the organization creates spaces for community members to understand these systemic issues, build solidarity with one another, and take collective action. The organization has demonstrated tangible impact through campaigns that have secured the release of detained Filipinos, built coalitions with immigrant rights networks, and organized community responses to ICE raids and detention center abuses. Anakbayan New Jersey's approach integrates the struggles of youth with the broader movements of working people and marginalized communities, believing that genuine freedom requires sustained organizing and deep community relationships. As part of a national network, the organization connects local Jersey City activism with international solidarity work, recognizing that Filipino liberation is inseparable from broader struggles against imperialism and for democracy. Through education, organizing, and mobilization, Anakbayan New Jersey empowers young Filipinos and their allies to become active agents of change in their communities.

Founded as a chapter of the national Filipino American National Historical Society, the Jersey City-based New Jersey Chapter represents a commitment to honoring and celebrating Filipino American heritage within the local community. Since its establishment, the organization has worked to further the interests of its members while making a meaningful difference through public education and community outreach. The chapter's mission centers on preserving important historical narratives, supporting artistic and scholarly works, and building connections among Filipino Americans and others interested in this vital history. Operating in Jersey City, the FANHS New Jersey Chapter creates spaces for community members to engage with Filipino American culture, participate in historical exhibitions, and contribute to ongoing research and documentation efforts. The organization welcomes individuals from all backgrounds who share a passion for learning about and celebrating Filipino American contributions to American society. By becoming a member or participating in chapter events and programs, community members join a network dedicated to ensuring that Filipino American stories are preserved, shared, and recognized. The chapter's collaborative approach involves partnering with local libraries, schools, and cultural institutions to bring exhibitions and educational programming directly to Jersey City residents. For those seeking to connect with their heritage, support historical preservation efforts, or simply learn more about Filipino American history and culture, the FANHS New Jersey Chapter offers meaningful opportunities for involvement and community building.