White House to Honor Berkeley Woman as 'Champion of Change'

The White House will honor Berkeley resident Minh Dang as one of 15 Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women who are “Champions of Change.” 

A part of the White House’s observance of AAPI Heritage Month, this event, held on Monday, May 6, will recognize Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander women who are doing extraordinary things to create a more equal, safe, and prosperous future for their communities and the country.

Dang currently serves as the Executive Director for the organization Don’t Sell Bodies, which advocates on behalf of survivors of modern day slavery. By sharing her own story of child abuse and slavery worldwide, Dang has worked to combat child abuse and human trafficking in the United States through direct service, community organizing, and political advocacy.  

She also provides technical assistance and organizational consulting to local, state, and national service providers and government agencies. Recently, she helped launch the U.S. Senate Caucus to End Human Trafficking.

“These fifteen women represent the strength and diversity of the AAPI community," said Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President and Chair of the White House Council on Women and Girls. "These leaders — in business, advocacy, philanthropy, sports, the arts, and academia — are wonderful examples for young women across the country."

The Champions of Change program was created as an opportunity for the White house to feature groups of Americans — individuals, businesses and organizations — who are doing extraordinary things to empower and inspire members of their communities. 

To watch this event live, visit www.whitehouse.gov/live at 1 p.m. ET on Monday, May 6. To learn more about the White House Champions of Change program and nominate a Champion, visit www.whitehouse.gov/champions.