Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program Blog

APA Program Welcomes Sameen Piracha

Sameen Piracha is the newest member of the APA Program. As Development Specialist, Sameen will take the lead on all fundraising activities at the APA Program and will support development goals for HomeSpun: Smithsonian Indian American Heritage Project, an APA Program initiative focusing on South Asian American history, art, and culture. Sameen brings new energy and experience to the APA Program and we are excited to have her on board.

An introduction from Sameen:

I am delighted to join the Asian Pacific American Program at the Smithsonian Institution as the development specialist. I look forward to supporting the development goals for HomeSpun and APA Program Initiatives. Before coming to the Smithsonian I was working with the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area. I was responsible for their development efforts and coordinated the Embassy Concert Series for Global Classrooms D.C.

The series provides local elementary and middle school students with the opportunity to learn about other cultures and global issues through cultural exhibition and musical diplomacy. I hold a J.D. from Nova Southeastern University and a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Florida.