August 2026

APF Heritage Week Celebrated Through 14 Days | 14 Stories

This Heritage Week, APF celebrated Pakistan’s Independence Day with 14 Days | 14 Stories, a special digital series highlighting the diversity, history, culture, and beauty of Pakistan. Through short videos featuring different regions, traditions, communities, and perspectives, the series offered audiences a glimpse into the many stories that make Pakistan unique. From exploring our shared history to celebrating the places and people that shape our heritage, the campaign encouraged Pakistani Americans to reconnect with their roots and discover something new about Pakistan each day.

APF Fellow Spotlight: Ismail at Asia Society

Our 2026 APF–Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) Fellow, Ismail, spent his fellowship immersed in the world of international policy at Asia Society in New York City. Through research, engagement with policy experts, and exposure to conversations shaping U.S.–Asia relations, Ismail gained valuable firsthand experience at the intersection of research, policy, and global affairs. The fellowship reflects APF’s commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for emerging Pakistani American leaders to learn from leading institutions, expand their professional networks, and build the skills needed to make an impact in their fields.

Applications Open: APF-Stimson Fellowship

Applications are now open for the APF–Stimson Center South Asia Fellowship, offering an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the heart of the policy community in Washington, DC. The selected fellow will work alongside Stimson’s South Asia Program on research and policy initiatives, engage with experts and visiting fellows from Pakistan and India, and gain valuable exposure to some of the most important conversations shaping South Asia today. If you’re passionate about foreign policy, international affairs, and South Asia, apply by September 6 for the opportunity to take your policy experience to the next level.