Wit Chitrapongse posted on June 16, 2009 01:03
CHICAGO – The National Association of Asian American Professionals in Chicago extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Judge Sandra Otaka, the first Asian American elected judge in Cook County and a fearless advocate for Asian Americans in law and politics.
A passionate and staunch defender for the Asian American community, Judge Otaka died Saturday, June 6. Her story of success and years of dedicated service to our organization, the city and government, have paved the way for the next generation of Asian American leaders in our community to become involved and to run for office themselves.
We have lost a visionary, leader and friend. However, the legacy she’s left behind is an invaluable example of the leadership we Asian Americans are able to attain.
About NAAAP Chicago
NAAAP Chicago is a non-profit 501(c)(3), all-volunteer leadership organization serving the metro and suburban Chicago area. Our membership includes a diverse group of leaders and working professionals from an age range of 21 to 65 with various levels of education and professional backgrounds: Corporate, Small business, Non Profit, Academic, and Governmental.
Founded in 1982 in New York City as The National Association of Asian American Professionals Inc., NAAAP has evolved to become the premiere leader in Asian American Professional organizations in North America with an audience of over 3,000 across the continental U.S. and Canada. The Chicago chapter of NAAAP was founded in 1987.
