The Concerned Artists of the Philippines – New York (CAP–New York) is a collective of Filipino and progressive artists, cultural workers, and advocates committed to using art as a powerful force for social awareness, solidarity, and meaningful change.

Established on January 11, 2026, CAP–New York was officially launched at La MaMa Galleria | Experimental Theatre Club in New York City, marking an important step in expanding the organization’s decades-long tradition of people-centered cultural work to the Filipino diaspora in the United States.

Rooted in the legacy of the Concerned Artists of the Philippines, our chapter continues the organization’s commitment to creating art that reflects the realities of society and amplifies the voices of marginalized, exploited, and oppressed communities. We believe that art is more than entertainment—it is a catalyst for education, dialogue, resistance, and collective action.

Our founding brought together artists from diverse disciplines, including film, music, dance, theater, literature, and the visual arts. Guided by CAP National leaders, members were introduced to the organization’s rich history of cultural resistance during the Martial Law era and its continuing mission to stand with the people in the face of injustice and inequality.

Today, CAP–New York serves as a creative home for artists who believe that culture and the arts have the power to inspire communities, preserve our heritage, challenge injustice, and imagine a more equitable future.