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COALICIÓN DE ISLEÑOS ASIÁTICOS DEL PACÍFICO-SPS Home: Who We Are QUIENES SOMOS La Coalición de Isleños del Pacífico Asiático-Capítulo de South Puget Sound es parte de la Coalición de Isleños del Pacífico Asiático de Washington (APIC-WA). Nos dedicamos a promover la equidad abogando por: Servicios humanos y de salud culturalmente competentes y lingüísticamente accesibles Desarrollo económico para pequeñas empresas. Derechos civiles y humanos Igualdad de acceso a la educación Y muchas otras preocupaciones para los estadounidenses de Asia y el Pacífico, incluidos los inmigrantes, refugiados y ciudadanos del área de South Puget Sound en el estado de Washington. QUE HACEMOS ALCANCE COMUNITARIO Ayudando a la comunidad Aprende más ASISTENCIA A LA CIUDADANÍA Un paso a la vez Aprende más DEFENSA Y PARTICIPACIÓN CÍVICA Estamos aquí, contamos, votamos Aprende más Home: What We Do Look out for our events! Our Heritage Month is soon. Visit our event page. Reunimos a estadounidenses asiáticos del Pacífico, incluidos inmigrantes, refugiados y ciudadanos, para usar nuestra fuerza colectiva para empoderar y defender nuestra comunidad.

Nuestra misión La Coalición de Isleños del Pacífico Asiático (APIC) es una red estatal de organizaciones comunitarias dedicadas a la justicia racial y económica para todos los asiáticos e isleños del Pacífico en solidaridad con las comunidades negras, marrones e indígenas. La Coalición de Isleños del Pacífico Asiático (APIC) se creó después de que la Ley de Reforma del Bienestar de 1996 impactara significativamente y redujera la elegibilidad federal de los no ciudadanos para los programas de asistencia pública. Después de reconocer la necesidad de una voz colectiva que abogue por los derechos y la equidad de los asiáticos e isleños del Pacífico (API) nacidos en el extranjero, APIC comenzó a presionar para que la legislatura del estado de Washington aborde la brecha creada por la legislación federal. Sobre la base de este legado, cada año los capítulos de APIC de los condados de King, Pierce, Snohomish, Yakima y Spokane y South Puget Sound reúnen a inmigrantes, refugiados y ciudadanos del estado de Washington para reunirse con el gobernador, los representantes estatales y los senadores estatales para defender para los problemas más impactantes para nuestras comunidades Nuestros copresidentes Lin Crowley lincrowley@gmail.com brian locke brian_locke@comcast.net

Nuestra misión Our Mission La Coalición de Isleños del Pacífico Asiático South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) es una Coalición no partidista que promueve el acceso equitativo a servicios humanos y de salud culturalmente competentes y lingüísticamente accesibles, desarrollo económico para pequeñas empresas, derechos civiles y humanos, acceso equitativo a la educación y otras preocupaciones de las API . Alentamos y promovemos la participación cívica de los Asiáticos Americanos de las Islas del Pacífico (AAPI) en los procesos electorales y de política pública. Our History The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) of Washington was created after the 1996 Welfare Reform Act significantly impacted and reduced non-citizens’ federal eligibility for public assistance programs. After recognizing the need for a collective voice advocating for the rights and equity of foreign-born Asian and Pacific Islanders (API), APIC began lobbying for the Washington State legislature to address the gap created by federal legislation. Building off this legacy, every year APIC Chapters from King, Pierce, Snohomish, Yakima, and Spokane counties and South Puget Sound bring together immigrants, refugees, and citizens from Washington state to meet with the Governor, State Representatives, and State Senators to advocate for the issues most impactful to our communities. Recognizing the need for a collective voice advocating for the rights and equity of foreign-born Asian and Pacific Islanders, APIC formed to voice our opinions the Washington State legislature to address the gap created by federal and state legislation APIC championed the passage of legislation that created a state supported safety net. This included: State-funded food stamps program State-funded naturalization program Ensured access to basic income support programs and emergency & Covid medical programs for immigrants and refugees Creation of a limited english proficient employment pathway program Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound is a part of APIC of Washington's network with its own nonprofit status. It was co-founded in 2003. Our Values Honoring our history We must preserve and learn from the past. We celebrate our unique stories, successes and struggles, pain, and disappointments. Valuing the intergenerational wisdom our community has means cultivating meaningful connections between generations. We center youth voices and leadership as we continue to grow. Commitment to Equity and Justice Centering the voices and lived experiences of oppressed communities comes first. We must acknowledge the intersections of privilege and oppression. We are committed to fighting against white supremacy through an anti-racist lens. Modeling Integrity We move at the speed of trust and consensus. Transparency is a top priority. Nourishing Community It is vital to create spaces for learning, reflection, and expression through mediums such as cultural/spiritual arts and literary mediums. We build and lift each other up with love, compassion, and empathy. Leading with Courage and Passion We embrace differences and lean into discomfort. We celebrate success and acknowledge the wisdom of failure. Building Power and Solidarity Our ancestors are always with us. We recognize the interconnectedness of our oppression and the work of those who came before us. We ground our work in the struggles of Indigenous communities.

Alivio de COVID-19 WA Health Plan Expansion for DACA Recipients People with certain immigration statuses now qualify for more savings Due to a recent federal change , Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and other people with qualifying immigration statuses can now access increased federal savings through Washington HealthplanfinderTM as of Nov. 1, 2024. These savings significantly lower costs for most — many customers can find a health plan for less than $10 per month. Who qualifies? Immigration statuses include: DACA recipients Valid nonimmigrant visa-holders People with a pending application for adjustment of status People granted employment authorization Family Unity Program beneficiaries Special Immigrant Juveniles with approved petitions Certain asylum applicants under age 14 How can someone get their new savings? Any household member affected by the recent change needs to select “Yes” to the question, “Is this household member lawfully present in the U.S.?” in their Washington Healthplanfinder application. Those who may be affected (current customers and people who recently applied to Washington Healthplanfinder) were notified of the change in their preferred language. Assisters are also reaching out to people with qualified statuses who they previously helped. DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-0 DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-1 DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-0 1/2 To sign up for coverage or update an existing application: Contact a trained, trusted local assister by visiting Washington Healthplanfinder’s “Support in Your Area” page to find help. Call Washington Healthplanfinder’s Customer Support Center at 1-855-923-4633 (TTY/TDD: 1-855-627-9604). Language assistance is available in more than 200 languages. Go online; visit wahealthplanfinder.org . When does someone need to act to get these savings? People who sign-up or update their application by Oct. 15, will have coverage with the additional savings starting Nov. 1. If they act by Nov. 15, coverage with the additional savings will start Dec. 1. An existing special enrollment period is available for people who gain citizenship/lawfully presence. (Enter 11/1/2024, as date gained.) People can also sign up or update their application during open-enrollment (Nov. 1–Jan. 15). People who sign up or update their application by Dec. 15 will have coverage with the additional savings starting Jan. 1. People who sign up or update their application by Jan. 15, will have coverage with the additional savings starting Feb. 1. Visit WA Health Plan Finder Request a Clinic for your Community Read About the DACA Updates Quarterly Health Updates For more information What has changed with Medicaid? Medicaid has provided vital health care to over 80 million Americans, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and many within our AANHPI communities. In Washington State alone, nearly 2 million people rely on Apple Health (the state's Medicaid program). On July 4th, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed, cutting almost $1 trillion from Medicaid. The Bill also curtails provider taxes, meaning states have to make a difficult choice: make cuts to other services (such as education) or raise taxes, or make even deeper cuts to Medicaid. Governor Ferguson's office estimates at least 250,000 Washingtonians will lose Medicaid Coverage . Read the Health Care Authority report below for more information. Read about Medicaid changes Programs to Help with Cash, Food, and Housing Someone in your family may be eligible for the following resources, offered by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS): Cash, Food & Medical Assistance Temporary Assistance for Needy Families You can apply to these DSHS programs online via Washington Connections, by phone at (877) 501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. If you applied online, your next step would be completing an interview either via phone at 877-501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. To get help in a language other than English, you should call (800) 797-0617, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. If you get a recording, please leave a message with your phone number and the language you speak and they will call you back with an interpreter. Obtener nuestras vacunas de refuerzo para una mejor salud COVID-19 Updates For the latest information on the available COVID vaccine clinics for Thurston County visit: The Department of Health's website to sign up for a vaccine appointment The Thurston County Public Health's website The Thurston County Public Health's Facebook The Department of Health's Covid-19 website AANHPI language vaccine videos presented by Crossing TV Washington Department of Health: Vietnamese Washington Department of Health: Tagalog Washington Department of Health: Japanese Terapéutica Oral ¡Desliza para ver más idiomas! 1/5 Recursos y recomendaciones de Covid basados en el idioma A medida que cambia la guía de COVID-19, el DOH está trabajando activamente para traducir el contenido actualizado a 40 idiomas (incluidos muchos AANHPI). Para acceder a las versiones traducidas: Visite https://doh.wa.gov/emergencies/covid-19/resources-and-recommendations Ubique el rectángulo marrón en la esquina superior derecha de su pantalla que muestra el idioma actual de la página y tiene una flecha que indica un menú desplegable. Seleccione la flecha y su idioma preferido en el menú desplegable. La guía traducida de COVID-19 disponible en el idioma seleccionado se llenará en la página. El DOH publicó versiones traducidas de los siguientes documentos esta semana, que están disponibles en el sitio web del DOH: Árbol de decisión de síntomas para entornos no relacionados con la atención médica y el público (PDF) Qué hacer si estuvo potencialmente expuesto a alguien con COVID-19 (PDF) Qué hacer si da positivo por COVID-19 (PDF) Recursos de vacunas pediátricas COVID basadas en el idioma para padres y tutores Los recursos están disponibles en los siguientes idiomas: English , Spanish , Amharic , Arabic , Chinese ,_cc781905-5cde- 3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Hmong , Japanese , Korean , Lao ,S omali , Vietnamese ,_cc781905-5cde-3194 -bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Hindi , Nepali , Punjabi, Tamil , Telugu , urdu , tailandés Esta es una lista de información generada por la comunidad sobre las vacunas pediátricas contra el COVID y alguna información general sobre las vacunas contra el COVID. Tenga en cuenta que los enlaces son compartidos por miembros de la comunidad y no se examina la precisión de la traducción, tenga cuidado al seleccionar qué recursos dar a las familias. Ver recursos aquí Impacto y consideraciones de COVID-19 para los asiáticos Informe sobre la experiencia de los asiáticos estadounidenses con el COVID-19 por el Centro para el Estudio de la Salud de los Asiáticos Estadounidenses de la NYU (CSAAH) Recursos de educación, comunicación y divulgación Recursos de COVID-19 de la Comisión de Asuntos Americanos del Pacífico Asiático del Estado de Washington COVID-19 Resources in Vietnamese by PIVOT : Viet Fact Check and VietCOVID.org . Recursos SEARAC COVID-19 en vietnamita compilado por el Centro de Acción de Recursos del Sudeste Asiático (SEARAC). Kit de herramientas de comunicación de la vacuna Hmong COVID-19: Cov Qauv Lus Siv Tau Rau Tej Pej Xeem Zej Zog thiab Koom Haum Kev Ntseeg Centro de recursos COVID-19 de la diáspora del sudeste asiático Coalición de Isleños del Pacífico Asiático Abogando Juntos Recursos PSA de la vacuna COVID-19 Nepal Seattle Society . anuncio de servicio público en video de Nepal Seattle Society anima a vacunarse Para comunidades de refugiados e inmigrantes Guía de discusión para generar confianza en las vacunas contra el COVID-19 para inmigrantes y refugiados (PDF) Biblioteca de recursos traducidos del Centro Nacional de Recursos para Refugiados, Inmigrantes y Comunidades Migrantes Seminario web sobre la vacuna COVID-19 101: Orientación para quienes trabajan con comunidades de refugiados, inmigrantes y migrantes Revista Kanon Vea las preguntas y respuestas rusas que abordan temas de vacunas relacionados con COVID-19 y dudas en las páginas 50-51 con el líder de la comunidad religiosa de confianza y candidato a doctorado en Biología Molecular y Celular en la Universidad de Washington, Andrey Shuvarikov. Título Avval artículo de un miembro respetado de la comunidad, la Dra. Tara Jones | Farsi | Inglés Página de recomendaciones y recursos (filtrada por más de 36 idiomas) Washington Solidarity Immigrant Network COVID-19 Vaccine Know Your Rights (PPTX) (Publicaciones en redes sociales) Washington Solidarity Immigrant Network COVID-19 Vaccine Know Your Rights One-Pager (PDF) | Español Somali Health Board – COVID-19 Hub | Somali | English

Noticias March 28 Race Dialogue: Cultivating an Anti-Racist Community Our Race Dialogue will be held on March 28 from 10 AM to 1 PM in Lacey, WA. Please register for a Zoom if you would like to join us online! Telling stories that unite, inspire, and empower us is crucial if we are to move forward together, in all our diversity, toward a future where everyone can thrive. You are invited to share your thoughts and stories to help shape a shared vision of our country and future. Register for the Race Dialogue April 18, 2026 Thurston County Homebuying Expo The Thurston County Homebuying Expo in November 2025 was a great success! We will hold another Homebuying Expo on April 18. Come learn about resources to make your dream of becoming a homeowner come true. There will be workshops and resource tables. APIC SPS is a co-sponsor of this event and encourages you to spread the word, and join us! The Expo is free and open to the public , no registration needed! Savor the sights and sounds and join us to celebrate the AANHPI Heritage Month! The Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia, and local community organizations invite all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage and cultures. We will have food vendors, performances, resources, and activities for the entire family. Date: May 23, 2026 Time: 11 am - 4 pm Location: South Puget Sound Community College's Lacey Campus in Building #1 at 4220 6th Ave SE Lacey, WA 98503 . If you are interested in helping coordinate or volunteering for our Heritage Month in the future, please sign up using this volunteer form . AANHPI Heritage Month Info May 23 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration Government Financial Resources The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) has compiled financial and community resources for federal workers impacted by a federal government shutdown. The Office of Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) has also compiled resources for Thurston and Pierce Counties. View all links below. View DFI Financial Resources View Thurston County Resources View Pierce County Resources Health News Updates 1. Devastating impacts to Medicaid. Kaiser Family Foundation estimates Washington will lose at least $3 billion per year in federal Medicaid dollars each year for the next 10 years. 250,000 Washingtonians will lose Medicaid coverage & to be priced out of the state’s health care exchange. The bill has several provisions directly targeting refugees and other humanitarian entrants, with most groups cut off from Medicaid, Medicare, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Affordable Care Act access starting next year. Read more here. The graphic on the right showcases these statistics and how they will impact children in WA State. 2. All Washingtonians on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will see benefits reduced. 1 million Washingtonians who receive assistance from SNAP will see their benefits reduced under the bill and more than 130,000 Washingtonians could lose benefits. 3. Clean energy investments at risk. The bill passed out of Congress puts at least $8.7 billion in Washington’s clean energy investments at risk. The U.S. Climate Alliance estimates the bill’s removal of wind and solar energy tax credits will raise Washington households’ electricity costs by $115 per year by 2029. The WA State Department of Health has a new website for accessing key information about the DOH's interactions with the federal government. Visit the WA DOH Hub Washington Apple Health Expanding Coverage Washington Apple Health has expanded coverage to Washingtonians (including undocumented individuals)! 🌐The application for the expanded coverage has closed, but you can still apply via https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/ for the opportunity to be randomly selected to enroll if space opens. Visit the website for more eligibility information or call the following phone numbers depending on your age: If you are between 19-64 years old call 1-855-923-4633 If you are 65+ years old call 1-877-501-2233 Call or check their website for more information! Boletines anteriores February 2026 January 2026 December 2025 November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024 July 2024 June 2024 May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 mayo 2022 abril 2022 marzo 2022 febrero 2022 enero 2022 noviembre 2021 octubre 2021 septiembre 2021 agosto 2021 julio 2021 mayo 2021 abril 2021 enero-marzo 2021 diciembre 2020 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 February 2022 January 2022 November 2021 October 2021 September 2021 August 2021 July 2021 May 2021 April 2021 January-March 2021 December 2020

Alcance comunitario AANHPI Heritage Month Celebrations The Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with local organizations including the City of Olympia and Evergreen State College, has hosted an annual event celebrating Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American cultures. These gatherings feature a mix of food vendors, live performances, and family-friendly activities, offering something for everyone. The goal of these AA NHPI Heritage Month events is to highlight and honor the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences of the Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities across the region. These events are free and open to the public. Keep an eye out for vendor, volunteer, and attendee opportunities each year! 2025 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration (Highlight Video) Reproducir video 2025 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration (Full Video) Reproducir video AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Long Version of Performances) Reproducir video AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Highlight Clip) Reproducir video AANHPI Heritage Month Videos Mirar ahora Compartir Canal completo Este video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copiar Enlace Enlace copiado Compartir Cerrar Race Dialogues Social change begins with self-examination and requires exchanges, dialogues, and civic engagement to actively cultivate an anti-racist community. APIC SPS is committed to the quest of making meaningful social change by inviting the community to come together for skill-building and conversation to better understand and address the racism that exists within our community. View some of our past Race Dialogue events including: Bridging Divides Through Effective Communication Change the Dynamics: What's Power Got to Do With It Racial Disparities in the Criminal Legal System and its Impact on Democracy APIC SPS Race Dialogue 2025 Reproducir video Change the Dynamics: What's Power Got to do With It (2024 Race Dialogue) Reproducir video March 2022 Race Dialogue Reproducir video Race and Civic Engagement Dialogue Reproducir video Race Dialogues Mirar ahora Compartir Canal completo Este video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copiar Enlace Enlace copiado Compartir Cerrar Thurston County Homebuying Expo Thank you for those who came out to the Thurston County Homebuying Expo on November 8th at the Lacey Community Center! We learned about resources to make your dream of becoming a homeowner come true. There were workshops and resource tables. APIC SPS is a co-sponsor of this free and public event. homebuying1 1homebuying Homebuying homebuying1 1/4 Thurston Forward: A DEI Summit for Progress We had a wonderful conversation during our May DEI Summit! This event fostered collaborative action among community leaders and individuals who are passionate about making a difference. We invited all who live, work, study, or play in Thurston County and are committed to advocating for marginalized groups to come together and take part in solutions. This summit was an opportunity to engage with others who share a vision for a more inclusive, equitable, and just community. Check back on our events page in the future to get involved for our 2026 DEI Summit! Talleres Culturales APIC-SPS realiza un taller cultural el segundo sábado de cada mes. ¡Ve a nuestra pestaña de eventos para obtener información sobre el próximo!

Defensa y compromiso cívico APIC Legislative Day In 2026, we brought together community members from around the state to meet with legislators to advocate for important policies and programs that impact our communities. We held multiple virtual trainings and were able to advocate for our communities together! Thank you to everyone who joined our 2026 AANH/PI Legislative day on February 5th in Olympia, WA! We joined the great APIC WA advocating for community health, immigrant justice, environmental justice, history education, and economic equity. So proud of our community activists and youth for advocating for our communities in front of government officials. We showed up. We spoke up. We stood together on the Capitol steps and met with elected officials across our legislative districts to share the concerns and what we stand for. Representation matters! Grateful for all of our many strong community advocates and our youth taking time to join us! Let us continue advocating for our community! Thank you all! Watch APCC's highlight video and view pictures of the event below! You can view more pictures on Asia Pacific Cultural Center's Facebook Page . 630887377_1351977006968692_7744608903267574207_n b0f07c21-d58b-0a33-eef5-b59c23f9bf25_edited c427cf93-98dc-7868-da13-9af93515bfa0 630887377_1351977006968692_7744608903267574207_n 1/7 2025 Navigating Change, Building Our Future We had an energizing day of growth, connection, and inspiration! We heard from BIPoC leaders in a variety of sectors who shared their stories and best practices. Participants had time to build practical leadership skills, network with mentors, peers and allies, work on community projects, and explore advocacy and civic engagement opportunities. APIC Democracy Summit APIC's Democracy Summit happened on Friday, September 27th, 2024 at the Tacoma Dome. Every four years, the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of Washington holds a Democracy Summit with the goal of encouraging and promoting culturally meaningful and holistic civic engagement in our communities, and creating a space for our communities to collectivize around the issues that matter most to us. The summit is an opportunity for our culturally, linguistically, and geographically diverse AANHPI communities to come together and make sure our elected officials or candidates see, hear, and understand our collective power. Watch our highlights in the videos below! 2024 Democracy Summit 2024 Democracy Summit Reproducir video Compartir Canal completo Este video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copiar Enlace Enlace copiado Search videos Buscar video... Ahora en reproducción (Candidate Forum) APIC Democracy Summit 2024 24:25 Reproducir video Ahora en reproducción ((Full)) APIC Democracy Summit 2024 03:50:51 Reproducir video Ahora en reproducción (Highlights) APIC Democracy Summit 2024 15:32 Reproducir video Your Voice Matters! You can submit written or video testimony on bills! Use the Legislative Hotline 1-800-562-6000 to send a message to legislators with one phone call. You can also give testimony from the Legislature here . To sign in with your position on a bill, start here . Select the House or the Senate, the Committee, the date and time, then the bill number you would like to comment on. The most effective testimony is when you speak for yourself and explain your personal interest in the bill. Learn more about the legislative processes with these guides: Strengthening Sanctuary's first steps to understanding legisla tion How to prepare for a visit with yo ur legislator How to track a bill Understanding the legislative process in WA State 2024 Asian American & Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Voter Maps The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) partnered with KAYA Strategik to develop a density map on Asian American eligible voter populations in Washington State. Asians comprise 12% (888,309) of Washington's population and 9% (474,053) of the citizen voting age population in Washington. Counties with the largest Asian AIC eligible voting populations: King County (254,657), Snohomish County (62,449), Pierce County (56,138), Clark County (20,594), Thurston County (14,875). Largest Asian ethnic group of eligible voters in Washington: Filipinos (~114,000), Chinese, except Taiwanese (~98,000), Vietnamese (~63,000), Korean (~60,000), Japanese (~57,000). 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EVENTOS Citizenship Clinics Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? These Citizenship Clinics are hosted by the Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) in partnership with The Korean Women's Association (KWA) to support Legal Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders) in applying for citizenship. Attendees will receive assistance in completing Form N-400 Application for Naturalization. Register to secure your spot: tinyurl.com/3vjard6p Date: Citizenship Clinics will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month starting in February 2026. February 26, 2026 April 23, 2026 June 25, 2026 August 27, 2026 Translated posters are available in Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, and Khmer in the pdf to the right. Use the arrows to scroll to each language. What to expect at the Citizenship Clinic: We will conduct a general intake, legal screening, form preparation, quality review, copy, and exit with all clients. Date: Citizenship Clinics will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month starting in February 2026. Please see more information below. Time: By appointment only, limited spots available. You may sign up for one session, which may take up to 45 minutes. Please see more information below. Cost: There is no cost for attending the clinic. But, you must pay a $760 Application Fee to USCIS as part of your citizenship application. If your household income is between FPL 150-400%, the application fee can be reduced to $380. If you receive public benefits (such as SNAP or Apple Health), the application fee can be waived. Location: Thurston county, WA (the exact address will be provided after you register successfully) For any questions, please email us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Thank you. Client Intake Form for Citizenship Clinics Citizenship Class Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? Besides the clinics, APIC SPS will also offer these Citizenship Classes to help prepare Legal Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders) to successfully complete the naturalization interview and test. This is a 4 month course, where we will focus on building participant’s (1) understanding of the English language, and (2) understanding of U.S. history and of the principles and form of government in the U.S. Date: Citizenship Classes will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month: March 26, 2026 May 28, 2026 July 23, 2026 September 24, 2026 What to Expect: Through the four classes we will practice English (speaking/comprehension, writing, and reading) and Civics (both the old 2008 and new 2025 tests) reviewing American History, Principles of American Government, and Symbols, Holidays, and Geography. Time: 5:30pm — 7:00pm Cost: FREE! Location: Online on Zoom. Please register at tinyurl.com/jt224fdb For any questions, please email apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Citizenship Class Citizenship Class Schedule Citizenship Class 1/2 Citizenship Class Registration March 28, 2026 Race Dialogue 2026 Race Dialogue: Cultivating an Anti-Racist Community: Sharing and telling stories that unite, inspire, and empower us is crucial if we are to move forward together, in all our diversity, toward a future where everyone can thrive. You are invited to share your thoughts and stories to help shape a shared vision for our country & future. Join us! Seatings are limited so Register now or by March 20th: https://forms.gle/TrRhsAm7VLPk55JP8. Date: March 28, 2026 Time: 10am-1pm (light lunch will be provided to those in person) Location: Lacey, WA or Zoom Race Dialogue Registration April 18, 2026 Thurston County Homebuying Expo The Thurston County Homebuying Expo in November 2025 was a great success! We will hold another Homebuying Expo on April 18. Come learn about resources to make your dream of becoming a homeowner come true. There will be workshops and resource tables. APIC SPS is a co-sponsor of this event and encourages you to spread the word, and join us! The Expo is free and open to the public , no registration needed! May 1-2, 2026 Thurston Forward DEIB Summit The Thurston Forward: DEIB Summit is a two-day community experience dedicated to strengthening collaboration across Thurston County through the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The Summit opens Friday, May 1st, with a Connection & Networking Experience designed to spark relationships, build trust, and ground participants in shared purpose. On Saturday, the gathering continues with a full day of collective learning, storytelling, youth leadership, and interactive development sessions that will deepen understanding, inspire courageous conversation, and encourage community-centered action. Location: SPSCC Lacey Campus at 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503 Registration details to come.

Nuestra misión La Coalición de Isleños del Pacífico Asiático South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) es una Coalición no partidista que promueve el acceso equitativo a servicios humanos y de salud culturalmente competentes y lingüísticamente accesibles, desarrollo económico para pequeñas empresas, derechos civiles y humanos, acceso equitativo a la educación y otras preocupaciones de las API . Alentamos y promovemos la participación cívica de los Asiáticos Americanos de las Islas del Pacífico (AAPI) en los procesos electorales y de política pública. Contacto Póngase en contacto con el copresidente/director del programa: Lin Crowley, @ lincrowley@gmail.com , o el copresidente Brian Lock @ brian_lock@comcast.net y apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com si tiene alguna pregunta. Our Mission We dedicate to bridge and strengthen our AA-NH/PI communities through culturally informed outreach, education, and policy advocacy that advance equitable access to health and human services, economic opportunity, civil rights, and education. Our Vision To create a welcoming and inclusive community for AA-NH/PI individuals and organizations in the South Puget Sound area of Washington State To achieve our mission, APIC SPS is guided by the following values and behaviors: Honoring our history We must preserve and learn from the past. We celebrate our unique stories, successes and struggles, pain, and disappointments. Valuing the intergenerational wisdom our community has means cultivating meaningful connections between generations. We center youth voices and leadership as we continue to grow. Commitment to Equity and Justice Centering the voices and lived experiences of oppressed communities comes first. We must acknowledge the intersections of privilege and oppression. We are committed to fighting against white supremacy through an anti-racist lens. Modeling Integrity We move at the speed of trust and consensus. Transparency is a top priority. Nourishing Community It is vital to create spaces for learning, reflection, and expression through mediums such as cultural/spiritual arts and literary mediums. We build and lift each other up with love, compassion, and empathy. Leading with Courage and Passion We embrace differences and lean into discomfort. We celebrate success and acknowledge the wisdom of failure. Building Power and Solidarity Our ancestors are always with us. We recognize the interconnectedness of our oppression and the work of those who came before us. We ground our work in the struggles of Indigenous communities.

Nuestros objetivos de política Este año APIC cree que las siguientes agendas de políticas serán integrales para mejorar la vida de las comunidades API en el estado de Washington: Mantener los fondos para LEP Pathways El objetivo principal de los Caminos con dominio limitado del inglés (LEP) es promover la autosuficiencia económica para refugiados e inmigrantes a través de capacitación laboral, clases de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL), apoyo laboral y servicios sociales. Al mantener los fondos para el programa LEP Pathways, podemos apoyar mejor a los inmigrantes de bajos ingresos y de habla limitada de inglés. Mantener la financiación de los servicios de naturalización Los servicios de naturalización ayudan a los refugiados e inmigrantes, predominantemente aquellos discapacitados y ancianos, a obtener la ciudadanía a través de la asistencia para completar la solicitud de naturalización USCIS N-400 y las solicitudes de exención de tarifas, clases de historia estadounidense y educación cívica, y preparación para entrevistas. Al mantener los fondos para los servicios de Naturalización, podemos servir mejor a los inmigrantes y refugiados en nuestro estado. Asegurar y mantener la cobertura médica y dental de COFA El programa médico COFA del estado de Washington brinda atención médica y dental esencial a los ciudadanos de COFA que han sido excluidos del acceso a los beneficios de salud federales. Si bien el Congreso aprobó recientemente una legislación para restaurar la elegibilidad de Medicaid para los inmigrantes COFA, el estado de Washington debe garantizar que se brinde cobertura hasta que se complete la implementación cultural y lingüística. Brindando alivio a los trabajadores indocumentados de Washington Los residentes indocumentados de Washington que han sido excluidos de los beneficios de desempleo existentes y los paquetes de estímulo federal se han visto especialmente afectados durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Ya sea a través de un programa de emergencia temporal que amplíe la elegibilidad por desempleo o una financiación más expansiva a través del fondo de Ayuda para Inmigrantes de Washington, todos los trabajadores merecen ayuda independientemente de su estatus migratorio. Promulgación de un Reembolso de Recuperación , una versión actualizada del Crédito Tributario para Familias Trabajadoras Un Reembolso de Recuperación devolvería efectivo a los bolsillos de las personas con bajos ingresos, incluidos los trabajadores inmigrantes que han sido injustamente excluidos de otros beneficios fiscales federales. Un estímulo en efectivo dirigido a los hogares con bajos ingresos también garantizaría que los beneficios se dirijan a los hogares más perjudicados por el código fiscal regresivo de Washington. Además de nuestras prioridades legislativas, APIC siempre ha destacado la necesidad de inversión en nuestra comunidad a través de proyectos de capital. Este año, estamos solicitando apoyo en los siguientes proyectos de capital: Centro Cultural de Asia Pacífico Centro Cultural de las Comunidades Unidas de Laos AIPACE Actualizaremos este sitio más adelante con enlaces para donar. Prioridades de políticas de APIC Conozca la postura de APIC sobre la reforma migratoria, la defensa LGBTQ+, la reforma educativa y las medidas de COVID-19. Pew Research: When surveying small populations, some approaches are more inclusive than others Survey researchers increasingly recognize that a single survey of the general public can rarely represent the views of small groups of Americans. Such surveys frequently have too few interviews with certain populations – such as smaller religious or racial or ethnic groups – for those voices to be heard. Read more Pew Research: The Asian American Experience In the fall of 2021, Pew Research Center undertook the largest focus group study it had ever conducted to hear Asian Americans talk about their lived experiences in America. Read more Actualizaciones de redistribución de distritos En 2021, nos unimos a una coalición de Redistritación de Justicia para Washington , donde trabajamos colectivamente para garantizar que los límites tribales y las comunidades de color estén representados en nuestras nuevas líneas de distrito. Se han trazado nuevas líneas de distrito. Algunos distritos legislativos pueden tener cambiado y sus representantes/senadores pueden haber cambiado junto con ellos Para verificar quién lo representa en 2022, encuentre su distrito aquí ._cc781905-5cde- 3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ RJWA Actualización de abril : La Coalición ha decidido poner fin a su demanda VRA, lea más sobre por qué se tomó esta decisión aquí Para obtener información adicional, consulte Redistritación de Justicia para Washington (RJW) .

Asistencia de Ciudadanía Asistencia de Ciudadanía Clínica de Ciudadanía y Actualizaciones Please complete this intake form to register for an upcoming Citizenship Clinic. These Citizenship Clinics are hosted by the Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) in partnership with The Korean Women's Association (KWA). The purpose is to connect Legal Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders) to the information and services they need to successfully apply for citizenship and become active members in our community. Translated posters are available in Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, and Khmer in the pdf to the right. Use the arrows to scroll to each language. What to expect at the Citizenship Clinic: We will conduct a general intake, legal screening, form preparation, quality review, copy, and exit with all clients. Date: Citizenship Clinics will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month starting in February 2026. Please see more information below. Time: By appointment only, limited spots available. You may sign up for one session, which may take up to 45 minutes. Please see more information below. Cost: There is no cost for attending the clinic. But, you must pay a $760 Application Fee to USCIS as part of your citizenship application. If your household income is between FPL 150-400%, the application fee can be reduced to $380. If you receive public benefits (such as SNAP or Apple Health), the application fee can be waived. Location: Thurston county, WA (the exact address will be provided after you register successfully) For any questions, please email us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Thank you. Client Intake Form for Citizenship Clinics Citizenship Classes Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? Besides the clinics, APIC SPS will also offer these Citizenship Classes to help prepare Legal Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders) to successfully complete the naturalization interview and test. This is a 4 month course, where we will focus on building participant’s (1) understanding of the English language, and (2) understanding of U.S. history and of the principles and form of government in the U.S. Date: Citizenship Classes will be held in person on the fourth Thursday of every other month: March 26, 2026 May 28, 2026 July 23, 2026 September 24, 2026 What to Expect: Through the four classes we will practice English (speaking/comprehension, writing, and reading) and Civics (both the old 2008 and new 2025 tests) reviewing American History, Principles of American Government, and Symbols, Holidays, and Geography. Time: 5:30pm — 7:00pm Cost: FREE! Location: Online on Zoom. Please register at tinyurl.com/jt224fdb For any questions, please email apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Citizenship Class Citizenship Class Schedule Citizenship Class 1/2 Citizenship Class Registration Justicia de Inmigración Para que los inmigrantes AAPI en el estado de Washington vivan vidas plenas, seguras y saludables, necesitamos instituciones y políticas seguras y de apoyo que sirvan a todas las personas independientemente de su estado migratorio. ¿Porque es esto importante? Debido a la Ley de Reforma de Bienestar de 1996, muchos inmigrantes no son elegibles para los programas de red de seguridad durante los primeros cinco años de su residencia, y los temores sobre la carga pública han desalentado a más inmigrantes a acceder a los servicios. De los más de 800.000 AAPI que viven en el estado de Washington, alrededor de la mitad son nacidos en el extranjero. Esto incluye alrededor de 60.000 AAPI indocumentadas (hay alrededor de 1,7 millones de AAPI indocumentadas en todo el país) . El 73 % de los estadounidenses de origen asiático en Washington hablan un idioma que no es inglés en casa, y de ellos, más del 44 % hablan inglés menos que “muy bien”. Alrededor de 60 707 estadounidenses de origen asiático en Washington (10 %) viven en la pobreza y alrededor de 7951 NHPI en Washington (17 %) viven en la pobreza, lo que significa la necesidad de asistencia pública. Contrariamente a las narrativas dominantes, existe un alto nivel de diversidad socioeconómica, étnica y lingüística/cultural entre los grupos AAPI. Por ejemplo, el ingreso medio de los hogares indios es de $115 105, mientras que el ingreso medio de los hogares Hmong es de $53 717. Con ese fin, APIC apoya su acceso a ayuda legal gratuita o a precio reducido y aboga por las siguientes recomendaciones de política: Ampliar LEP Pathways: la financiación de LEP promueve la autosuficiencia económica para refugiados e inmigrantes a través de programas de capacitación laboral, clases de ESL y apoyo laboral que proporciona una base sólida para las oportunidades laborales y la naturalización. LEP también brinda acceso a personas mayores que buscan servicios sociales y de salud. La financiación de LEP Pathways se cortó después de la recesión y desde entonces no se ha restablecido a la cantidad original. Aumentar los fondos para los servicios de naturalización: el programa de naturalización del estado de Washington ayuda a los refugiados e inmigrantes a convertirse en ciudadanos, a través de asistencia con la solicitud de ciudadanía, clases de inglés y educación cívica y preparación para entrevistas. Los refugiados e inmigrantes ancianos y discapacitados son los principales destinatarios del programa de naturalización. Asignar fondos al Fondo de Defensa Legal: Según la ley, los inmigrantes no tienen garantizado el acceso a un abogado y, a menudo, se encuentran en la corte de inmigración sin representación legal. Este fondo es necesario para brindarles a los inmigrantes los recursos y las herramientas adecuadas que necesitan para permanecer en su comunidad, independientemente de si pueden pagar un abogado. Ampliar la elegibilidad para los beneficios de desempleo: con una de las crisis económicas más grandes de la historia que se avecina, los trabajadores indocumentados merecen tener acceso al seguro de desempleo. Es necesario expandir los beneficios de desempleo a todos para apoyar y animar a todos los inmigrantes. Proteger a los inmigrantes indocumentados: con la aprobación de Keep Washington Working y Courts Open to All, nuestro gobierno estatal debe continuar priorizando la seguridad de los habitantes indocumentados de Washington y minimizar el poder y las acciones de las agencias federales de control de inmigración. Esto incluye continuar poniendo fin a cualquier colaboración inapropiada entre las agencias gubernamentales y las agencias de control de inmigración, aumentar el poder y la frecuencia de los indultos gubernamentales y poner fin a los centros de detención con fines de lucro. Immigration Legal Assistance Immigration Advocates has a directory of organizations that offer legal assistance for immigration. You can search through their resources at their site www.immigrationadvocates.org . There are filters to sort by location, language, types of assistance, and more. Additionally, the Fair Fight Bond Fund provides support in and outside detention through physical, emotional, linguistic, and financial assistance. This fund is an initiative of the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN) . Contact the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline at 844-724-3737 or bond@waisn.org . Legal Assistance Directory WAISN Fair Fight Bond Fund Know Your Rights Northwest Immigrant Rights Project has compiled several resources to help you understand your rights when interacting with various law enforcement officials and officers. It is important to be aware of your rights and the rights of fellow community members. You can also report an ICE raid in Washington State by calling the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network’s hotline (1-844-724-3737). If you are outside of Washington, contact United We Dream’s hotline at 1-444-363-1423. Know Your Rights Info The ACLU has also created an empowerment campaign to prepare for and safely defend our rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). The videos are available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Russian, and Urdu. Immigrant Safety Plan Learn More About the Immigrant Safety Plan The Immigrant Safety Plan document is a collective community resource to help parents plan for the care of their child(ren) (with or without status) in the event that a parent is unable to care for their child, particularly if the parent is detained or deported. USCIS Resources and Forms You can visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ site for information on form fees, eligibility requirements, fee waiver eligibility, and filing requirements at https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship . To file online, follow this link: Application for Naturalization To file by mail, follow this link to the form required: Application for Naturalization You can find instructions for filing Form N-400, either on-line or by mail, by following this link: Form N-400, Application for Naturalization Nonimmigrants applying to become lawful permanent residents must now file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status Visit USCIS Preparing for the Interview and Test Learn About U.S. Citizenship Roadmap to Citizenship guide How to waive citizenship fees for eligible applicants Citizenship Resource Center Citizenship and Naturalization How Do I Apply for Citizenship? A Guide to Naturalization The Naturalization Interview and Test Study for the Test Check for Test Updates Citizenship Multilingual Resources Practice Civics Test Preparing for the Oath

Nuestros objetivos de política President Lin Crowley She/her/hers President of APIC SPS and Evergreen State College Professor Before APIC SPS became a nonprofit, Lin co-founded the SOUTH PUGET SOUND chapter of APIC in 2003 and has been collaborating with local community organizations as a part of the Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of Washington. Lin is excited to dedicate our organization to bridge and strengthen our AA-NH/PI communities through culturally informed outreach, education, and policy advocacy that advance equitable access to health and human services, economic opportunity, civil rights, and education. Secretary Ting-Ju Tai She/her/hers Program Supervisor, Beginning Educator Support Team, OSPI Ting-Ju Tai (戴廷如) is originally from Taiwan and now lives in Lacey with her husband and their cat, Xing Xing. She serves as a Program Supervisor with the Beginning Educator Support Team at OSPI, supporting new teachers and mentors across Washington. With over a decade of experience in education, mentoring, and advising in both the U.S. and Taiwan, she anchors her work in equity, inclusion, and belonging. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, exploring Washington, and connecting with family in Taiwan. VP of Operations Alana Bradshaw She/her/hers Thurston County, Administrative Services Manager With more than a decade of experience in human resources, equity work, and organizational leadership in public and non-profit organizations in Thurston County, Alana is committed to creating spaces where everyone feels valued and supported. Alana holds a MA in Communication and Leadership from Gonzaga and a BA in Business Administration from Saint Martin's. Treasurer Bing Xu She/her/hers World Financial Group Senior Marketing Director (Independent Agent) Bing has over 20 years of experience in international business and now works as a financial professional, helping clients with education funding, retirement, Medicare, long-term care, and more. She has lived in Lacey, WA for nearly 25 years with her husband and her college-aged son. Bing is also an active community volunteer, having served with organizations such as OACA, APIC SPS, CIE, and various youth groups for over two decades. Board Member Joyleen Haser She/her/hers COFA/Micronesian Community Joyleen is a Lacey resident who is passionate about Micronesian and COFA civic engagement. She attended Pacific Islands University and Grace Christian University. Joyleen has been involved in the Micronesian Women's Network and is fluent in Chuukese. Joyleen is the owner of Island Joy Mart in Olympia and a leader at the Bible Fellowship Christian Church. Board Member Jayachitra Chandrasekaran She/her/hers President of the India South Sound Association Jayachitra is a classical bharathanatiyam dancer and entrepreneur who represents the Indian community in Olympia. She is the president and co-founder of the India South Sound Association. Jayachitra has been a resident of Olympia for the past 25 years. Her organization has been inspiring and training young spirits to share Indian culture through dance, yoga, sports, music, drama, youth groups, and community service. She believes that the bonds that unite us are stronger than the barriers that separate us. Board Member Donald Lee Brannam PhD He/him/his Retired education administrator Donald has been a teacher, career education coordinator, vocational director, principal and superintendent in WA public schools. He has also worked as a university professor in teacher education. Recently he has enjoyed volunteering serving students learning English as a Second Language (ESL) and Second Language Learners (SLL). He have two daughters adopted from foreign countries and is very supported of adoption programs and migrant children relocation programs. Board Member Mario Banuelos He/him/his North Sound Accountable Community of Health - Workforce Development Manager Mario is a regional health system leader strengthening cross-sector partnerships and advancing community-based care. He is honored to serve in the National Community Health Worker (CHW) field contributing to national workforce policy, leadership development, and system integration infrastructure across the United States. His leadership approach emphasizes people first, clear communication, consistency and long-term multigenerational impact.