2025 California Gubernatorial Forum

Join us at California State University, Sacramento on September 8, 2025 at 2:00pm for an insightful statewide forum. All gubernatorial candidates are invited! This is your chance to hear their views on key issues facing our state. This statewide forum is an inclusive, nonpartisan event elevating civic engagement and strengthening our state's democratic process.

This unique forum at a leading university will bring together California’s gubernatorial candidates, college students, community leaders, and elected officials in one dynamic space. This is a high-visibility opportunity to join community leaders from 100+ diverse organizations, including representatives from the CA AANHPI Coalition, African-American, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Sponsorship opportunities are available ranging from $2,500 to $50,000. Contact APAPA National President Sonny Mehrtash at for more information and to sponsor.

Don't miss this opportunity to be informed and engaged in the upcoming election. See you there!

Presented by APAPA and California State University, Sacramento

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