Joshua Ching
About Joshua Ching
Joshua Ching serves as the Pardon Program Co-Director at the Yale Undergraduate Prison Project and is the Founder and Executive Director of Students of the Indigenous Peoples of Oceania at Yale. He has a background in advocacy for Indigenous rights and public health, with experience in various roles including youth engagement and legal support.
Current Role at Yale University
Joshua Ching serves as House Staff at the Native American Cultural Center at Yale University. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the center's mission of supporting Native American students and promoting cultural awareness on campus.
Pardon Program Co-Director at Yale Undergraduate Prison Project
Since 2023, Joshua Ching has been the Co-Director of the Pardon Program at the Yale Undergraduate Prison Project. In this role, he oversees initiatives aimed at providing support and resources for individuals seeking pardons, reflecting his commitment to criminal justice reform.
Education and Academic Background
Joshua Ching studied at Kamehameha Schools, where he earned an Honors Diploma from 2009 to 2022. He is currently pursuing a degree in Political Science and Ethnicity at Yale University, focusing on Race and Migration, with an expected graduation in 2026.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
Joshua Ching has a strong background in advocacy, having registered over 150 Native Hawaiian youth to vote and led initiatives for the denuclearization of the Pacific. He played a significant role in passing comprehensive tobacco regulation at the state level and has been involved in various public service initiatives.
Previous Experience and Internships
Joshua Ching has held various positions, including National Youth Ambassador at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and Judicial Extern at Kaahumanu Hale Hawaii First Circuit Court. He also interned at the Native Hawaiian Legal Corporation and worked as an Essay Course Manager at uAchieve Learning Center.