This resolution officially designates October 2025 as "Filipino American History Month" in San Francisco. It aims to celebrate and acknowledge the history, culture, and contributions of Filipino Americans to the city.
Resolution recognizing the month of October 2025 as "Filipino American History Month" and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the City and County of San Francisco.
How it got here
The resolution recognizing October 2025 as 'Filipino American History Month' originated from a collective advocacy effort and was introduced by several members of the Board of Supervisors.
The month of October was officially recognized as Filipino American History Month after years of advocacy by individuals and organizations.
Supervisors Dorsey, Chen, Sherrill, Sauter, Mandelman, Walton, Chan, and Melgar introduced the resolution to recognize October 2025 as Filipino American History Month.
The resolution was referred for adoption without committee reference at the next Board meeting.
The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution recognizing October 2025 as Filipino American History Month.
The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, which allowed it to become effective without his approval.
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