Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Monica Jahan Bose for appointment as a public member of the Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development, filling a vacant seat previously held by John Tinpe. This nomination is made in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office of Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs Establishment Act of 2001. Ms. Bose, a resident of Ward 1 in Washington, DC, is recognized for her extensive work as an artist and activist, particularly in addressing issues of climate, racial, gender, and economic injustice through her socially engaged art. Her term is set to end on April 17, 2028.

The proposed resolution confirms Ms. Bose's appointment to the Commission, which was established to support the development of the Asian and Pacific Islander community in the District of Columbia. The resolution will take effect immediately upon adoption by the Council of the District of Columbia, and a copy will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Mayor. Ms. Bose's background includes a strong commitment to community engagement through art, with numerous exhibitions and projects that have garnered attention both locally and internationally.