AAPI Equity Alliance

Thank you to Cynthia Choi, Manjusha P. Kulkarni, and the Stop AAPI Hate Coalition for bringing us together and for inviting our Executive Director, Khydeeja Alam to share CAPIAA’s priorities. Commissioner David Yee, MD, MPH also joined this important event. The California Commission on Asian & Pacific Islander American Affairs was founded on the strength of community advocacy and collective empowerment—to uplift the voices, contributions, and challenges of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (#AANHPI) communities across California. Hate is not new. Our communities have faced discrimination, xenophobia, and violence for decades and it’s not just the AANHPI communities. Black, Indigenous, Latino, LGBTQ+, immigrant, and religious minority communities are all under attack. But we know that when one community is under attack, we all must stand up for one another. We have to demand more—from our leaders, from our institutions, and from each other. We are grateful to Assemblymembers Alex T. Lee and Matt Haney for authoring the birthright citizenship resolution, Asm. Mike Fong for sharing remarks, and all legislative members in attendance including Asms. Mike Gipson, Jessica Caloza, Tasha Boerner, and John Harabedian who joined the reception.

So proud of our team and all those who spoke up against hate over these past 5 years. ❤️

This month, we gathered with the California AAPI Legislative Caucus, #CALeg allies, and close partners to affirm our commitment to fight for immigrant rights and racial justice. Thank you to these bold leaders for defending birthright citizenship, passing the API Equity budget and championing the civil rights of all Californians! 📸 Photos by Vicky Yoon #CALeg #SAHinSac

Are you a homeowner, renter, or displaced worker impacted by the LA Wildfires? Do you know someone who is? 🤔 Learn about the resources available to you for FREE in English, Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), and Korean at the #AsianAmerican LA Wildfire Resource Clinic! ✨ Happening on Saturday, April 5, 9AM-12PM at New Life Vision Church (4226 Verdant St., Los Angeles CA 90039) Register at ➡️ bit.ly/resourceclinic Two months have passed since the LA Wildfires and many are tackling a long, strenuous process of legality and paperwork. This event is the first of many in our efforts to support the impacted Asian American community. Together, we will rebuild and we will recover, stronger and more united than before!

Want to play a part in California’s wildfire recovery? There’s an opportunity to inform state leaders on how they can help in the recovery and rebuilding! Engaged California is an online platform that gives survivors and the greater LA community a voice in the wake of the disaster. Share your thoughts, concerns, and needs today. Join the conversation: engaged.ca.gov

California kids are experiencing a mental health crisis, and the numbers are astounding. In Congressional District 22, roughly 7 out of every 10 kids depend on Medi-Cal (California’s Medicaid program) as their only lifeline. Join the #FightForOurHealth coalition on THURSDAY 2/27 – we’re sending California Congress members an urgent message: stand up for kids by voting NO on Medi-Cal cuts. Call the number below to speak to your representative TODAY!

Our executive director Manjusha P. Kulkarni joins health experts and advocates at Insure the Uninsured Project's Advancing Equity conference. In the opening plenary, she examines how political changes could impact California’s health policies and shares opportunities to engage in our democracy. 🩺🙌 Despite political shifts or federal uncertainties that come our way, AAPI Equity Alliance and our members remain deeply committed to advocating for quality health care for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. __ #healthequity #healthcare #california #qualityhealthcare

A leaked government document reveals our worst nightmare – ICE is coming to Los Angeles, and they’re planning for a “large scale” immigration enforcement action. Here is what you need to know ➡️ For all of this and more, check out our Resource Guide for additional resources such as mental health, anti-hate, mis/dis-information, and digital security: https://lnkd.in/gTnEvZdp Together, we can fortify and protect #LosAngeles #immigrant communities from the dangers approaching our doorstep. Share this post with someone you know who is in need of support. 💙 Now is the time to check in with your family, friends, and loved ones. __ #knowyourrights

Celebrating #LunarNewYear with the #AAPI Legislative Caucus! 🧧✨ We are grateful for their leadership in ensuring that our cultural traditions and celebrations of our diverse communities are honored and being our voice to ensure our communities can stay safe and healthy. 

If you or a loved one has been impacted by the LA wildfires, our partners are reaching out to offer support. Attend a FREE workshop on how to navigate insurance after the wildfires. Joshua Morey, president of The J. Morey Company, an Ori-gen family company, will share key insurance steps you should take post-wildfire, FEMA advice, and important updates from the California Department of Insurance. This is a zoom workshop with an in-person streaming option at Pasadena Buddhist Temple. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gH-AfuhQ