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Asistencia de Ciudadanía Asistencia de Ciudadanía 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 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. Learn More About the Immigrant Safety Plan 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. 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

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.

rastreador de proyectos de ley legislativos ¡La sesión legislativa de 2022 ha terminado! Cualquier proyecto de ley que no se apruebe este año deberá volver a presentarse en la próxima sesión (2023) y tendrá nuevos números de proyecto de ley. Legislative & Budget Priorities Equidad en salud para inmigrantes HB 2105 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 SB 6346 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes We encourage the legislature to continue funding for essential programs that immigrants in our state rely on for safety, economic stability, and protection from a hostile, anti-immigrant federal administration. We request that the legislature support A&NH/PI and other immigrant communities by maintaining funding levels for naturalization services, Limited English Proficient pathways, and legal aid for low income immigrants. Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Currently, the Apple Health Expansion is providing health coverage to roughly 10,000 Washingtonians who would otherwise be eligible for Medicaid, but are excluded due to their immigration status. The legislature should preserve funding for the AHE and ensure that all available funds are used to enroll applicants as more than 20,000 are currently waitlisted for coverage. The legislature should also work with the Health Care Authority to ensure that only strictly required data is reported to the federal government to maximize privacy for Washingtonians accessing these services. Capital Projects ¡La sesión legislativa de 2022 ha terminado! Cualquier proyecto de ley que no se apruebe este año deberá volver a presentarse en la próxima sesión (2023) y tendrá nuevos números de proyecto de ley. Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Tsuru for Solidarity is requesting $150,000 to place a new statue of Sadako at the original site within the Seattle Peace Park. In July 2024, the statue of Sadako Sasaki (a 12-year old Japanese victim of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima) was cut off at the ankles and stolen from the Seattle Peace Park adjacent to the University Bridge. A community coalition of organizations and individuals from the Japanese American community, peace community, faith community and many other individuals locally, nationally and internationally came together to hold a healing ceremony at the site and to express a strong sentiment to renew the spirit of peace, harmony, and world community. The City of Seattle has already budgeted $400,000 for the project, and the coalition is currently seeking the remaining $150,000 from the State Legislature to cover the costs of design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of the new statue and renewed park. Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Khmer Community of Seattle King County (KCSKC) is seeking $6 million to build the first Khmer Community and Cultural Center in Seattle and Washington State at large. The center aims to be a cultural hub—empowering youth, providing elder services, and enhancing economic opportunities. It will foster community belonging and move Khmer communities closer to healing and liberation through cultural events, workshops, and educational programs. Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Indian American Community Services (IACS) is requesting $2 million to fill the remaining gap in funding for their community center. They will begin renovation of Phase I of the Community Center project in Kent, WA. In 2022, IACS purchased a 22,000 sq building, of which 12,000 sq ft is leased to a restaurant. The remaining 10,000 sq ft will be renovated into an inclusive, multigenerational community center serving people of all ages and backgrounds, with a focus on cultural connection, education, and essential support services. The project will be developed in two phases. Solidarity Agenda ¡La sesión legislativa de 2022 ha terminado! Cualquier proyecto de ley que no se apruebe este año deberá volver a presentarse en la próxima sesión (2023) y tendrá nuevos números de proyecto de ley. Equidad en salud para inmigrantes HB 1903 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes HB 1710 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 HB 1916 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 HB 2210 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes SB 5855 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes SB 6002 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes SB 5574 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes SB 5380 HB 1303 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024

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 DEFENSA Y PARTICIPACIÓN CÍVICA Estamos aquí, contamos, votamos Aprende más ASISTENCIA A LA CIUDADANÍA Un paso a la vez Aprende más ALCANCE COMUNITARIO Ayudando a la comunidad 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.

Noticias 2026 A&NH/PI Legislative Day 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 Save the Date for the Race Dialogue and AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration in 2026! 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 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 10/25 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. 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! 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Alcance comunitario 요약 워싱턴주에 거주하는 18세 이상인 이민자이고, 이민 신분 때문에 연방 재난 지원금이나 실업 수당을 받을 자격이 없으며, 코비드 19 팬데믹 때문에 어려운 시기를 겪고 있다면, 귀하는 워싱턴주 코비드 19 이민자 구제 기금을 신청할 수 있습니다. 신청이 승인되면 최소 $1,000를 받을 수 있으며, 이 지급금은 대출이 아니므로 상환할 필요가 없습니다. 귀하의 정보는 안전하게 보호되며, 절대로 정부나 ICE와 자발적으로 공유되지 않습니다. 이 기금에는 생활보호 대상자(public charge) 규칙이 적용되지 않을 것입니다. 신청서 작성은 여러 언어로 가능하며 신청서 작성을 위한 도움도 여러 언어로 제공됩니다. 신청 기간은 2022년 9월 19일부터 2022년 11월 14일까지이며, 신청은 항상 무료입니다. 신청하려면 www.immigrantreliefwa.org 를 방문하십시오. 신청에 관하여 무료로 도움을 받고 싶다면, 웹사이트에 나열된 비영리 단체 중 한 곳에 연락하거나, 844-620-1999 에 전화하십시오. 신청하려면

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

rastreador de proyectos de ley legislativos ¡La sesión legislativa de 2022 ha terminado! Cualquier proyecto de ley que no se apruebe este año deberá volver a presentarse en la próxima sesión (2023) y tendrá nuevos números de proyecto de ley. Proyectos de ley/políticas prioritarias de APIC Equidad en salud para inmigrantes Se asignaron $12.131 millones en el presupuesto suplementario para lanzar programas de cobertura médica para todos los habitantes de Washington (independientemente de su estatus migratorio) a partir de 2024 Beneficios de desempleo para inmigrantes indocumentados No pasó: Desafíos: voluntad política, contribuciones del empleador, interacción con las prohibiciones federales, inquietudes con el Departamento de Seguridad del Empleo Éxitos: cambio narrativo, política sólida con participación de las agencias Financiamiento para viviendas asequibles $708,4 millones invertidos en soluciones permanentes para los problemas de vivienda asequible y falta de vivienda en nuestra comunidad (la mayor cantidad hasta ahora) Financiamiento para la Coalición Internacional de Justicia Familiar (IFJC) Pidió $ 150,000. El Senador Hasegawa presentó una condición presupuestaria del lado del Senado, pero la financiación no se incluyó ni en el presupuesto de la Cámara ni en el del Senado. Las razones de esto no están claras y estamos trabajando para obtener respuestas. Financiamiento estatal para el reasentamiento de refugiados $20 millones asignados para el reasentamiento de refugiados afganos y $20 millones asignados para el reasentamiento de refugiados ucranianos. Privacidad carcelaria y justicia trans ESHB 1956 pasó y fue firmado por el gobernador Inslee el 31 de marzo Acceso al idioma La HB 1153 fue aprobada y firmada por el gobernador Inslee el 10 de marzo. Si desea ayudar con el proceso de implementación, comuníquese con Open Doors for Multicultural Families. votando justicia SB 5182 Eliminación de votos consultivos : no se aprobó SB 5636 Registro automático seguro de votantes : no se aprobó, pero se aprobó una condición presupuestaria que asigna $25,000 para un estudio que se llevará a cabo en el ínterin SB 5597 Mejora de la Ley de derechos electorales de WA : no se aprobó, pero se aprobó una condición presupuestaria centrada en la recopilación de datos SB 5583 Poner fin a la manipulación de la prisión : Aprobado Crédito fiscal para familias trabajadoras Se aprobó HB 1888, asignando $10 millones en el presupuesto estatal para alcance comunitario Acceso a la atención del aborto HB 1851 pasó

Alcance comunitario BUOD Kung ikaw ay isang imigranteng nakatira sa Estado ng Washington, hindi bababa sa 18 taong gulang, hindi maaaring kumuha ng pederal na mga pondong insentibo o insurance sa kawalan ng trabaho dahil sa iyong katayuan sa imigrasyon, at nakararanas ka ng kahirapan dahil sa pandemya sa COVID-19, maaari kang mag-apply para sa Tulong Pinansyal sa COVID-19 para sa Imigrante sa Washington. Kung maaprubahan ang iyong aplikasyon, maaari kang tumanggap ng kabayaran na hindi bababa sa $1,000. Hindi ito utang, at hindi mo ito kailangang bayaran. Ang iyong impormasyon ay ligtas at protektado: ito ay hindi kailanman boluntaryong ibabahagi sa pamahalaan o ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). Ang pondong ito ay hindi dapat iangkop na bahagi ng panuntunan sa pampublikong pananagutan (public charge rule). Makakukuha ka ng tulong sa iyong aplikasyon sa iba’t ibang wika. Ang aplikasyong ito ay bukas mula Setyembre 19, 2022 hanggang Nobyembre 14, 2022. Laging libre ang mag-apply. Upang mag-apply, bumisita sa www.immigrantreliefwa.org . Kung gusto mong makakuha ng libreng tulong sa iyong aplikasyon, maaari kang makipag-ugnayan sa isa sa mga organisasyon sa komunidad na nakalista sa website, o tumawag sa 360-721-7262. I-click upang mag-apply

CONTACTO COALICIÓN DE ISLEÑOS ASIÁTICOS DEL PACÍFICO / CAPÍTULO DEL SUR DE PUGET SOUND apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com +1 (323) 609-5757 ¡Gracias por enviar! Enviar Nuestras reuniones generales son una vez al mes; el tercer lunes de cada mes, de 6:15 a 8:00 p. m. Si llega a ser un día festivo, nos reuniremos el lunes siguiente. Debido a las restricciones de COVID-19, nos reunimos en línea. Para el enlace de zoom, escriba a apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com .

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

Alcance comunitario 概要 凡在華盛頓州居住的移民，只需年滿18歲/或以上，因移民身份所限無法獲得聯邦紓困補助金或失業保險金，同時因新冠病毒疫情遇到困難，都可以申請華盛頓州COVID-19移民急難補助金。如果申請通過，您可獲得至少1,000美元的補助金。該補助金並非貸款，不用償還。您的訊息很安全，並且會受到保護：我們絕不會主動與政府或移民及海關執法局(ICE)分享此類訊息。原則上公共負擔(Public charge) 規則不適用於本基金。申請表有多種語言，我們可依照您使用的語言協助您填寫申請表。申請開放時間為2022年9月19日至2022年11月14日。一律免費申請。 如果想申請，請點擊這個網址: www.immigrantreliefwa.org 。如果需要免費的填寫申請表協助，您可聯繫網站上列出的社區組織，或致電 509-593-8393. 如果想申請，請點擊這個網址