2023 AAPI Sports Symposium aims to inspire Asian youth in sports and culture.

Lo van Pham, the first Asian American NFL official, spoke at the Asian American and Pacific Islander Sports and Culture Symposium about his journey to the NFL and his hope to inspire other Asian kids to pursue their passions in sports. Van Pham's father's decision to bring his family to the US as refugees instilled in him the values of dedication and hard work, which he credits for his success. Despite facing challenges and doubters along the way, van Pham rose through the ranks of officiating to reach the NFL and hopes to use his position to give hope to other Asian kids.