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The honorary consulates augment Finland’s network of diplomatic missions, made up of embassies, consulate generals, consulates and other liaison offices. An honorary consulate is headed by an honorary consul. Honorary consuls are private individuals who take care of their tasks on a part-time basis without remuneration.
Within the scope of a specific geographical area, an honorary consul monitors the rights of Finns and foreigners permanently residing in Finland. He or she provides advice and guidance for distressed Finnish citizens and foreigners permanently residing in Finland who are temporarily abroad, assisting them in their contacts with local authorities or the nearest Finnish embassy or consulate. Certain types of notarized certificates can be acquired through an honorary consul. Honorary consuls do not accept passport applications nor do they handle matters pertaining to visas or residence permits. Honorary consuls cannot serve as attorneys in judicial proceedings or as legal advisers.
Together with diplomatic missions, an honorary consul promotes economic and cultural relations between Finland and the country in question, and takes part in strengthening Finland’s image abroad. An honorary consul can advise Finnish companies, for instance, in obtaining information about local business culture and in finding cooperation partners.
Jurisdiction covers the States of Washington, Idaho and Montana.
The Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) is a nonprofit professional trade organization dedicated to promoting sustainable homeownership opportunities in Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities by creating a powerful national voice for housing and real estate professionals that serve this dynamic market.
Korean American Health Professional Association is an organization of healthcare professionals from doctors, nurses, and other allied healthcare workers that meet for networking, provide mentorship programs, and deliver community service in the Seattle area.
Our Mission Statement:
Networking
Provide networking opportunity for members to socialize and meet other KA providers in the area.
Mentorship
Provide an opportunity for mentoring our next generation of KA students going into healthcare field.
Community Service
Provide education and community services though health fairs and research that focus on Asian minorities to reduce health disparities.
We are a non-profit community organization that aims to bring together the Chinese physicians of Washington State. We use our expanded influence for the purposes of improving public welfare in Washington, and contributing to the exchange of humanities between China and the United States.
The purpose of the Association:
- To foster mutual support and collaboration within the Chinese medical community and promote volunteer service towards our larger regional community
- To serve as a platform for the career development and inspire young generation’s engagement in community service and leadership
- To facilitate educational and academic exchange program in healthcare between the United States and China Structure and Governance
The Korean American Bar Association of Washington (KABA) has a mission to serve the Korean, Korean American and legal communities as a resource and a proponent of the interests, causes and issues that are important for these communities. KABA provides opportunities for its members to grow and contribute to KABA's mission through leadership, education, collaboration, networking, professional development and community service.
The purpose of the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington is to represent the concerns and goals of Latino attorneys and the Latino people people of Washington State.
The Latina/o Bar Association of Washington strives to represent the concerns and goals of Latino attorneys and the Latino people of Washington State. To do so, we encourage and promote the active participation of all Latina/o attorneys throughout Washington State and seek the involvement of Latina/o political, governmental, educational and business leaders. We encourage and assist Latina/o students in their studies and entry into the legal profession. We also recognize the needs and voice the concerns of Latina/o people and their communities. Of great importance to our organization is the need to promote Latina/o judicial appointments, encourage respect for the integrity of the judicial system, and the pursuit of fairness, justice and equality.
We’re a chapter of PFLAG National, our nation’s oldest LGBTQ advocacy organization and a powerful grassroots network of volunteers. We serve residents of East King County communities, including Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Sammamish, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Snoqualmie, and Carnation. PFLAG unites people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies and is committed to advancing equality through our three tenants.
- Support for LGBTQ people and their family and friends.
- Education for ourselves and others about the unique issues and challenges facing people who are LGBTQ.
- Advocacy to change attitudes and create policies and laws that achieve full equality for people who are LGBTQ.
PFLAG is often the first place people turn to, when they or someone they love has just come out or are questioning their sexuality and/or gender. But we are also a place of ongoing connection for LGBTQ people, family, and allies, where together we find acceptance, affirmation, and, for those who are interested, opportunities to actively move equality forward together.
We are a non-profit, non-partisan community organization. Our mission is to strengthen and empower the Korean American community and to enhance its profile and influence through:
- Civic education and participation
- Leadership development
- Community advocacy
- Networking
Started in early 2002 by Korean American leaders who recognized the need for Korean American civic participation and representation under the name Korean American Voters Alliance (KAVA), volunteers set up massive voter registration drives and launched civic education programs. In September 2002, KAVA held its kick-off convention, drawing over 2,500 attendees.
In October 2006, KAVA became the official Washington State Chapter of the National Korean American Coalition (KAC) which facilitates the Korean American community's participation in civic, legislative, and community affairs and has grown into a national organization with 15 chapters across the country. In January 2008, Korean American Professionals Society (KAPS) of Seattle merged with KAC-WA to combine the resources and purposes of the two organizations, and to further strengthen the Korean American community.
Indian American Community Services (IACS) formerly known as India Association of Western Washington (IAWW), is the longest-serving Indian community based organization in the Pacific Northwest. Secular and volunteer-driven, the IACS works to connect and empower the Asian-Indian community through programs, services, and advocacy for people of all ages and all life stages. As a result, the IACS is able to involve its full community in ways that incorporate and respect cultural traditions and values.
We are committed to supporting the local Indian community with critical programs and services, especially for those most at-risk members of our community. We seek to work together to increase the well-being of the community by addressing individual needs ranging from healthcare, financial assistance, family assistance, mental health and counseling.
For over three decades, we have continuously improved opportunities to supply our knowledge and resources in order to strengthen the community.
IACS serves the Indian American community through programs, services for all life stages, while fostering an environment of inclusion and diversity.
We hope to achieve these goals through a constant fostering of inclusion and diversity, a sharing of knowledge and resources, and active civic engagement, in order to more directly address the existing and non-existing policies affecting the needs of the community today.
Finlandia Foundation Seattle Chapter (FFSC) is one of over thirty local units of Finlandia Foundation, and is one of the earliest, one of the largest, and one of the most active. FFSC was born under the guidance of Sylvia Summerland, who in 1965 organized a committee to oversee the formation of a Northwest chapter. She was particularly interested in introducing those in the Greater Seattle area to Finnish art and culture. Indeed, it was her single-minded determination to bring the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra to our area that motivated her to establish a chapter of Finland Foundation in 1968. She clearly felt that the organization was a means to an end, rather than an end in itself — a position reflected in the mission of FFSC: “To promote ethnic cultural activities for the learning of the Finnish language and developing an appreciation of Finnish literature, history, art, and music through lectures, seminars, concerts and programs.”
The Law Office of Maria Hajar is a Seattle-based immigration law firm dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate, and effective legal services. Specializing in family-based immigration, asylum, removal defense, and naturalization, our experienced team, led by Maria Hajar, guides clients through the complex U.S. immigration system. Committed to excellence, transparency, and personalized attention, we support individuals, families, and businesses in achieving their American dreams.
Greg Sarkisyan was born in the former Soviet Union, and immigrated to the United States with his family at eleven years old. The family landed in Kent, Washington, where Greg attended Kent-Meridian High School prior to moving on to the University of Washington. At UW, Greg received his degree in political science. He would later attend law school at Gonzaga University, where he would earn his Juris Doctorate (Doctor of Law). In his time at Gonzaga, Greg would be a recipient of the Achievement Merit Scholarship.
One of the most-important experiences in Greg’s career was the time spent as an intern with the Public Defender’s Office in Spokane County. He was asked to manage a large case load and would appear in court on a routine basis. The knowledge gained from the time with the Public Defender’s Office led to employment with a distinguished criminal defense and personal injury firm in Spokane. The range of cases that Greg handled in this role varied from basic traffic infractions all the way up to serious felony matters.
Greg is passionate about being a lawyer, and he is proud of his background representing people of various cultures. He is well-respected in the courtroom, and will always fight hard for his clients. Colleagues consistently take note of Greg’s ability to ‘think outside the box’. For clients from any walk of life, Greg is ready to put all of his experience and knowledge to work in crafting a credible defense.