Young Filipino People's Far West Convention

It is an event where Filipino Americans get together and talk about building political empowerment. The organize politically, and talk about awakening and acting, uniting, fighting for rights, building a progressive and active Filipino community, and responding to issues of the day. It is also an event that took place each year from 1971 to 1982. The Young Filipino People's Far West Convention was ahead of its time, and set an example of how young Filipinos could organize and plan large campaigns and movements.