OUR MISSION
The A. Philip Randolph Institute San Francisco (APRISF) is a community-based organization that has served residents of San Francisco, particularly in the Bayview-Hunters Point (BVHP) community since 1994. Our mission has been to support racial equality and economic justice and to advocate for disadvantaged communities throughout San Francisco through community engagement and civic participation.

Be a Voter on June 5, 2012 Presidential Primary Election

The San Francisco Department of Elections encourages all eligible San Franciscans to “Be a Voter” on June 5, 2012.

SAN FRANCISCO - On June 5th all San Francisco voters will receive a two-card ballot and will vote on 2 state and 2 local ballot measures as well as the offices of U.S. Senator, U.S. Congressional Representative, State Senator, and State Assembly Member. Voters who chose a political party when registering to vote will also receive a ballot with that party’s candidates for U.S. President and County Central Committee (if applicable).

First graduate presented GED at A. Philip Randolph Institute-SF program with partner City College of San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO - In January 2012 APRISF partnered with San Francisco City College to institute a General Education Development Laboratory and Job Communication course for community members. Through specialized tutoring, a structured curriculum, and APRI’s dedication to insuring attendance, several students have successfully passed the GED test. Our first recipient of a GED certificate, Tim “Toaster” Henderson, made his thoughts known on the program and how it helped him:

20 Students Successfully Complete Hazmat Training Program

SAN FRANCISCO - On April 6th 2012 the A. Philip Randolph Institute San Francisco (APRISF) completed a class of construction workers from the Bayview-Hunters Point community. Each student received a 40-hour Hazwoper/Hazmat training certificate.

In a collaborative effort between APRISF and CityBuild, an employment program under the Workforce Development Division of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development, 25 candidates were screened and selected.

APRI-SF helps students reach their potential and improve brain power

SAN FRANCISCO - We all know that our younger generation (teenagers and young adults) have a great capacity for retaining knowledge. But sometimes there are obstacles that threaten our kids from successfully cultivating their knowledge towards achieving their goals. These obstacles are many and varied; from not being given enough attention by educators, to simply a sheer lack of constructive activities available to them…and all of the issues that come with being on the cusp of adulthood in between.

CityBuild and APRI Partner to Provide Job Training and Employment Opportunities to Underserved Residents

SAN FRANCISCO - CityBuild is a training program for residents, which offers training in construction and a variety of skilled trades. The program includes a 12-week pre-apprenticeship that, along with training, offers recruiting and placement services to people seeking jobs. Some of the qualifications an individual needs to apply to this program are: a high school diploma or GED, proof of San Francisco Residency, Valid CA driver’s license, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to pass drug tests.