Midwest Association of Filipino Americans

MAFA’s official statement regarding the ongoing immigration enforcement operations led by ICE. During this time of fear and uncertainty, we affirm our commitment to care and connection. MAFA will continue to hold space for healing, safety, and support. Resources are available on our Linktree. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at [email protected].

2026 - 2027 MAFA Executive Board Applications are NOW OPEN! 🌟🇵🇭 Deadline to apply is on May 24th, 2026 at 11:59 CST. Applicant must be: - A general MAFA member - A college student or recent grad - At least sophomore standing - In good academic standing - Not studying abroad during term   Reach out to [email protected] for any questions or concerns!

MAFA Election season is upon us! We are opening up the opportunity for you to meet with current board members to discuss and have pre-election interest meetings in order to learn more role specifics! If you are interested in meeting with a specific board member and their role, please sign up in the link tree and we will get back to you soon! Board applications for MAFA will open and be posted on May 10th and will be due on May 24th at 11:59PM CST. More information and specifics to follow soon! Please DM us with any questions. We’d love to connect! ⭐️

It’s happening! Join us on Friday, April 3rd at 6:00PM! MAFA is hosting a Virtual Career Panel for anyone who’s curious, motivated, or just career-curious in general. Whether you have a plan already or you’re still figuring it out one step at a time, this space is for you! Fill out the interest form (also linked in our bio in the LinkTree) to help us tailor the panel to your goals, questions, and dream paths! See you there~

Ready to test your knowledge of the MAFAsphere and Filipino culture? Join us this Friday, March 20th, for MAFA Jeopardy! The winner will earn their school an Instagram story takeover on the MAFA account, on the day of their choice! ⭐️ Join our Discord to participate, you can find the link in our Linktree! We hope to see you there 🎤 #MAFA #MidwestFilipinoAmerican #Filipino #Jeopardy #Knowledge

Are you interested in playing a MAFA Hosted Valorant Tournament over discord? Bring yourself and 4 other friends to compete and maybe win an awesome prize sponsored by Gen.G Esports and GGA Academy! Interest form is located on our LinkTree! 👾 #Gaming #Filipinos #Valorant #Tournament

Think you’ve got what it takes to be MAFA’s next big star? ⭐️ Your moment is now! Sign up for MAFA’s Got Talent and compete to win $100 for your org! 🎶🎤 Scan the QR code or hit our LinkTree to join. Deadline is Tuesday, March 31! You don’t want to miss out! For any questions, feel free to contact us at [email protected]

A hot new bombshell has dropped in the mafa sphere and it could be you! If you are interested in being a member but don’t have an org, the KAP program is here for YOU. Click the link in our bio and apply! We can’t wait to meet you!!! 🤩🇵🇭

👏WELCOME THE 2026 MAFA INTERNS👏 MAFA proudly presents our 12 lovely and awesome interns all across the Midwest! We are so excited to work with them and for them to work with you!🤩 Don’t miss out and see them shine✨ Shoutout to all the interns who helped make this intern post🥳👏!

Meet MAFA’s 25-26 Outreach Chair, Tyler Genel! 🍀 Please give a warm welcome to @tylegenl ! Coming from Saint Louis University and representing @slufsa , Tyler is your go to source for everything related to getting involved with our MAFAmilies or KAP program! We’re so glad to have him on the team and can’t wait to see what he has in store for us!

The wait is over — MFAS IS HERE!! 🔆🇵🇭 From the rhythm of the waves to the glow of our people, our stories rise together. 🌊✨ This is “Voices of the Waves, Light of the People”. Join us on March 21st, 2026, at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities for the Midwest Filipino-American Summit (MFAS), hosted by @psaminnesota , UMN’s Philippine Student Association in collaboration with MAFA @wearemafa The theme highlights the power of our collective stories and the strength of our shared identity as Filipino Americans in the Midwest. The waves represent the diverse voices within our community, each one contributing to a larger movement. While the light symbolizes unity, resilience, and the hope that shines when we come together. The Summit will bring together students and organizations from across the region for a weekend of cultural celebration, leadership development, and community connection. Join us as we amplify our voices, share our stories, and shine our light together. 🖍️: @chloyana 🎞: @jennicagallezo Have any questions for MFAS? Email us at [email protected]. Stay tuned for more MFAS updates!

JOIN MAFA’S SPRING INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 🤝🇵🇭 Want to gain leadership, communication, and management skills while connecting with Filipinos all across the Midwest next semester? Apply for the MAFA internship now!! Link to apply is in our bio. Any questions can be answered via email [email protected] Deadline: 12/7 @ 11:59PM CST