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Nouvelles 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 . View the program schedule for the event here. AANHPI Heritage Month Info Application is no longer available. May 23 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration AANHPI Program of Events 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. citizenship clinic citizenship clinic 1/1 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 Schedule Citizenship Class Schedule 1/1 Citizenship Class Registration June 18 How to Achieve Financial Well-Being The Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound in collaboration with the Department of Financial Institutions, presents this financial health and wellness workshop. Date: June 18, 2026 Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM Location: Online (Zoom link sent upon registration) What you'll learn: Discover new information about financial well-being Discuss the impacts of finances on health Create financial wellness goals that further health equity for our communities Please register by June 12, 2026. For any questions, please email apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Thank you! Register for the Financial Workshop 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. 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ÉVÉNEMENTS June 18 How to Achieve Financial Well-Being The Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound in collaboration with the Department of Financial Institutions, presents this financial health and wellness workshop. Date: June 18, 2026 Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM Location: Online (Zoom link sent upon registration) What you'll learn: Discover new information about financial well-being Discuss the impacts of finances on health Create financial wellness goals that further health equity for our communities Please register by June 12, 2026. For any questions, please email apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Thank you! Register for the Financial Workshop 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. citizenship clinic citizenship clinic 1/1 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 Schedule Citizenship Class Schedule 1/1 Citizenship Class Registration

Sensibilisation communautaire 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) Lire la vidéo 2025 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration (Full Video) Lire la vidéo AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Long Version of Performances) Lire la vidéo AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Highlight Clip) Lire la vidéo AANHPI Heritage Month Videos Voir Partager Chaîne entière Cette vidéo Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copiez le lien Lien copié Partager Fermer 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. 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. 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 Cultivating an Anti-Racist Community APIC SPS Race Dialogue 2025 Lire la vidéo Change the Dynamics: What's Power Got to do With It (2024 Race Dialogue) Lire la vidéo March 2022 Race Dialogue Lire la vidéo Race and Civic Engagement Dialogue Lire la vidéo Race Dialogues Voir Partager Chaîne entière Cette vidéo Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copiez le lien Lien copié Partager Fermer 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! Application is no longer available. Ateliers Culturels L'APIC-SPS organise un atelier culturel le deuxième samedi de chaque mois. Rendez-vous sur notre onglet événements pour plus d'informations sur le prochain !

Assistance à la citoyenneté Aide à la citoyenneté Clinique de citoyenneté et mises à jour 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. citizenship clinic citizenship may schedule citizenship clinic 1/2 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 may schedule citizenship may schedule 1/1 Citizenship Class Registration Justice de l'immigration Pour que les immigrants AAPI dans l'État de Washington vivent pleinement, en sécurité et en bonne santé, nous avons besoin d'institutions et de politiques sûres et favorables qui servent tous les individus, quel que soit leur statut d'immigration. Pourquoi est-ce important? En raison de la loi de 1996 sur la réforme de la protection sociale, de nombreux immigrants ne sont pas éligibles aux programmes de filet de sécurité pendant les cinq premières années de leur résidence, et les craintes concernant les charges publiques ont découragé davantage d'immigrants d'accéder aux services. Sur les plus de 800 000 AAPI vivant dans l'État de Washington, environ la moitié sont nés à l'étranger. Cela comprend environ 60 000 AAPI sans papiers (il y a environ 1,7 million d'AAPI sans papiers dans tout le pays) . 73% des Américains d'origine asiatique à Washington parlent une langue autre que l'anglais à la maison, et parmi ceux-ci, plus de 44% parlent moins que "très bien" l'anglais. Environ 60 707 Américains d'origine asiatique à Washington (10 %) vivent dans la pauvreté et environ 7 951 NHPI à Washington (17 %) vivent dans la pauvreté, ce qui signifie qu'ils ont besoin d'aide publique. Contrairement aux récits traditionnels, il existe un niveau élevé de diversité socioéconomique, ethnique et linguistique/culturelle parmi les groupes AAPI. Par exemple, le revenu médian des ménages indiens est de 115 105 $, tandis que le revenu médian des ménages Hmong est de 53 717 $. À cette fin, l'APIC soutient votre accès à une aide juridique gratuite/réduite et préconise les recommandations politiques suivantes : Développer les parcours LEP : le financement du LEP favorise l'autonomie économique des réfugiés et des immigrants par le biais de programmes de formation professionnelle, de cours d'anglais langue seconde et d'un soutien au travail qui fournit une base solide pour les opportunités d'emploi et la naturalisation. Le LEP donne également accès aux personnes âgées à la recherche de services de santé et de services sociaux. Le financement de LEP Pathways a été réduit après la récession et n'a pas été rétabli depuis au montant initial. Augmenter le financement des services de naturalisation : le programme de naturalisation de l'État de Washington aide les réfugiés et les immigrants à devenir citoyens, grâce à une assistance pour la demande de citoyenneté, des cours d'anglais et d'éducation civique et la préparation des entretiens. Les réfugiés et les immigrants âgés et handicapés sont les principaux bénéficiaires du programme de naturalisation. Allouer des fonds au Fonds de défense juridique : En vertu de la loi, les immigrés n'ont pas la garantie d'avoir accès à un avocat et se retrouvent souvent devant un tribunal de l'immigration sans représentation légale. Ce fonds est nécessaire pour fournir aux immigrants les ressources et les outils dont ils ont besoin pour rester dans leur communauté, qu'ils puissent ou non se payer un avocat. Élargir l'admissibilité aux allocations de chômage : avec l'une des plus grandes crises économiques de l'histoire qui se profile, les travailleurs sans papiers méritent tout autant d'avoir accès à l'assurance-chômage. L'extension des allocations de chômage à tous est nécessaire pour soutenir et élever tous les immigrants. Protéger les immigrants sans papiers : avec l'adoption de Keep Washington Working and Courts Open to All, notre gouvernement d'État devrait continuer à donner la priorité à la sécurité des Washingtoniens sans papiers et à minimiser le pouvoir et les actions des agences fédérales d'application de la loi sur l'immigration. Cela inclut de continuer à mettre fin à toute collaboration inappropriée entre les agences gouvernementales et les agences d'application de la loi sur l'immigration, d'augmenter le pouvoir et la fréquence des grâces du gouverneur et de mettre fin aux centres de détention à but lucratif. 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

Sensibilisation communautaire Application s are now closed! Payments for $3,075 went out in the mail in February to all approved applicants. If your application was approved but you haven’t gotten your money yet, or you’re having a problem with the check or card, don’t worry! We’re still here to help. It may take a few weeks, but we will work to fix the problem and get you your money. Call our helpline at (844) 620-1999 and lea ve a message . This is what the helpline can help you with: If you haven’t received your payment, we may be able to send it again If you have moved, we may be able to send your payment to a new address If you want to know whether your application has been approved, you can find out When you call, you will be connected to an automated system, NOT a live person. You can leave a message, and someone will call you back within 10 days. How to Access the Money Get Help with Your Questions Other Place fo Support FAQ Use the links below for more information: How to access the money If your application is approved, the money will be sent as either a check or prepaid card, depending on which one you picked when you applied. It will be sent to the mailing address you provided when you applied. There are a few important things to know about how to use these: Prepaid bank card The prep aid bank card can be used anywhere that accepts debit cards. It cannot be used to withdraw cash from an ATM. You must activate your card within 90 days If your card is lost or stolen, report it right away to 844-620-1999 to get a replacement card with no fee. You can only do this before June 30, 2023. If you don’t spend all the money on the card in 12 months, there is an inactivity fee of $3.95 per month. The card will have the Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Reli ef Fund logo in the top lef t corner Check You must cash your check within 90 days of the date written on the check. The check will have the Was hington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund logo in the top left corner If you have a bank account in your name, you can cash the check at your bank free of charge You can also cash your check at a check-cashing facility like Moneytree, but they will charge a fee If you don’t have a bank account, you can cash your check at a Chase Bank. They will charge a $10 fee, and they require you to present ID. You must show one Primary ID and one Secondary ID from the list below : Primary ID Driver’s license with photo State ID with photo Canadian driver’s license or ID card with photo Chase ATM/debit card with PIN Matricula consular card (Mexico) Mexican voter’s registration card with photo Passport with photo Human Services ID with photo Secondary ID Additional primary ID Other US federal or state-issued ID with photo Employer ID with photo Student ID with photo Employer pay stub, paycheck, or letter with your name and address Foreign National ID Bank statement (from the last 60 days) Utility bill with name and address (from the last 60 days) Bank-issued ATM / debit / credit card with signature How to Access the Money Get help with your questions Call the WIRF helpline at (844) 620-1999 and leave a message. When you call, you will be connected to an automated system, NOT a live person. You can leave a message, and someone will call you back within 10 days. This is how the helpline works: Before you call, please make sure you know your unique application number. The application number is between 5-7 numbers long, and was provided to you when you submitted your application. It’s also included in all of the text and email updates about your application. If you call from a phone number that is different from the phone number on your application, you will be asked to provide the phone number used on your application. Select the language you want. If you want to know about whether your application has been approved, press 1 to enter your application ID and the phone number from your application, and then you will get an update on your application status. If your application was approved but you haven’t received your payment, or are having a problem with it, press 2 . Follow the instructions on the phone, and leave a message. You will receive a call back within 10 days. If you are having any problems with your prepaid card (like if it was stolen or arrived with less than $3,075 on it), call Blackhawk at (833) 209-9228, and they may be able to send your card again. There are several other funds that are different from this one. Please do not call the helpline with questions about these other funds. They are run by other organizations, and we do not have information about them. If you have questions about the Working Families Tax Credit, please go to workingfamiliescredit.wa.gov . It’s not too late to apply for this tax credit! If you have questions about the Family Relief Fund for low-income families in Washington, please go to www.wafamilyrelief.org . This fund closes on March 31st. If you have questions about the King County Immigrant Relief Fund for immigrants in King County, please go to www.kingcountyrelief.org . This fund is not taking any new applications. Get Help with Your Questions Other places to get support If you want to stay updated on future immigrant support funds, immigrant enforcement in your area, and immigrant advocacy, follow Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network on Facebook (facebook.com/WAISNorg ) or text the word WAISN to 509-300-4959. 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 to get language assistance. 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. Starting in April 2023, people who filed taxes can apply for Washington’s new Working Families Tax Credit . Eligible people could get as much as $1200 back from their taxes. Other Place fo Support WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund If you have additional questions, you can reach out to our translators below: CHINESE | 中文 12:30-2:30 pm Call (323)609-5757 VIETNAMESE | TIẾNG VIỆT 5-6 pm Call (360)499-3616 CHUUKESE 12-1 pm and 4-5 pm Call (360)972-1888 Spanish | Español 4-6 pm Call (360)941-7905 TAGALOG 1:30-3:30 pm Call (360)721-7262 FAQ Frequently asked questions Will money from this fund prevent me from getting a visa or green card in the future because of the public charge rule? No. Assistance from this fund is considered disaster relief assistance and should not be considered under the public charge rule. Receiving assistance from the fund should not impact your ability to obtain a green card or citizenship in the future. Will I have to pay this money back? Will it affect my taxes? No, the money is FREE. It is not a loan. All payments are classified as disaster relief under the IRS and should not be included as taxable income. When will I get the money? If your application is approved, you will receive at least $1,000 through a check or prepaid card between December 2022 and January 2023. Who is eligible for the WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund? According to the WA State Refugee Coordinator at the Department of Social and Health Services, the WA COVID-19 Immigrant relief fund is a program that is intended to serve immigrants in Washington State who did not receive the federal stimulus fund and/or are not eligible to apply to the unemployment program because of their immigration status. Refugees, people granted asylum, COFA Migrants, DACA recipients, and other people who have legal authorization to work in the United States are not eligible for the WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund. Having the ability to work legally in the United States means that their immigration status would not prohibit them from applying for unemployment. Afghans and Ukrainians that have been granted access to refugee assistance and public benefits programs are not eligible for the WA COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund. Is my information protected? The application is run by a private company called LiveStories, not the government. They will never voluntarily share your personal information with the government, ICE, police, your landlord, your employer, or anyone else. All information is stored securely in an encrypted format so it can’t be accessed by anyone. What is the history behind the WA COVID-19 Relief Fund? Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund - previous rounds There have been several rounds of the fund from 2020 until now. “WIRF 1” (late 2020): This was the first round of funding ($40 million). In this round, over 94,000 people applied, and 40,000 of the highest need applicants were approved for funding of $1,000 each. “WIRF 2” (early 2021): An extra $22.6 million that was added to provide funding of $1,000 each to people who had already applied to WIRF 1 and met eligibility criteria, but had not received funding. “WIRF 3” (mid-2021): This was another round of funding ($65 million). In this round, a new application opened in April-May 2021. Recipients got $1,000 each, and the money was sent in summer of 2021. The application period had to close earlier than expected, because of the large volume of applications. “WIRF 340” (current fund): This round of funding is for $340 million. This time, there should be enough money for most or all eligible applicants to receive money. All approved applicants will get at least $1,000, and the final amount will depend on how many people apply. How is the fund run? The fund is managed by immigrant-led community organizations across Washington State—the same people who advocated for the fund to be created. All of the organizations involved in the fund have worked for years with immigrant communities, including underserved farmworkers, low-wage workers, and immigrants who are Black, Indigenous, LGBTQIA2+, living with disabilities, and many others. Many of them are immigrant-led and they are all committed to the well-being and privacy of immigrant communities. You can see the list of community organizations at immigrantreliefwa.org/gethelp. These organizations are partnering with the Governor’s Office, the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, and an application company called LiveStories to create this fund. While the Washington State government is providing the money and oversight, they do not handle any personal information. What is LiveStories? LiveStories is an organization that built the application platform called Forward. They review the applications, and work with payment providers to send out money. They hold all personal information in a secure, encrypted format, and will never voluntarily share personal information with the government.

Notre mission Our Mission Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) est une coalition non partisane qui promeut un accès équitable à des services de santé et à la personne culturellement compétents et linguistiquement accessibles, le développement économique pour les petites entreprises, les droits civils et humains, l'égalité d'accès à l'éducation et d'autres préoccupations des API. . Nous encourageons et promouvons la participation civique des insulaires asiatiques américains du Pacifique (AAPI) dans les processus électoraux et de politique publique. 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 Vision and Values Our vision is to create a welcoming and inclusive community for AA-NH/PI individuals and organizations in the South Puget Sound area of Washington State. 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.

Notre mission APIC-South Puget Sound s'engage à offrir des ressources accessibles à la communauté asiatique et insulaire du Pacifique. Vous trouverez ci-dessous des ressources sur l'immigration, la sécurité alimentaire, l'inscription des électeurs et plus encore. Nous nous efforçons de fournir davantage de sources accessibles dans la langue et mettrons à jour cette page au fur et à mesure que notre travail se poursuivra. Américains d'origine asiatique faisant progresser la justice : Droits d'immigration, défense des droits, droits de vote et programmes de justice raciale Asian Pacific American Labour Alliance (APALA): Fournit une éducation politique, des programmes d'inscription des électeurs et une formation au sein du mouvement syndical APA Justice : milite contre le profilage racial des Américains d'Asie-Pacifique APIAVote : Programmes accessibles en langue sur le vote, l'engagement civique et le développement des jeunes United Chinese Americans : Encourage la participation civique, l'engagement politique, l'éducation des jeunes et la préservation du patrimoine et de la culture

Notre mission Signaler des incidents haineux Commission des affaires asiatiques-pacifiques américaines Avec le récent coup de projecteur national sur les crimes de haine et les incidents de préjugés contre la communauté asiatique, CAPAA a rassemblé des ressources pour signaler les crimes de haine, les incidents de préjugés et la discrimination. Si vous ou quelqu'un que vous connaissez êtes victime d'un crime haineux ou d'un incident de partialité, nous avons le site Web de resources CAPAA , y compris les pages de signalement gouvernementales et non gouvernementales, les ressources en santé mentale, et plus encore._cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ département de la Justice La lutte contre les crimes haineux est l'une des principales priorités du ministère de la Justice. Dans cet effort pour lutter contre les préjugés et la haine, le DOJ a créé ce site Web en tant que portail centralisé pour toutes ses ressources sur les crimes haineux. Utilisez ces ressources pour en savoir plus sur les crimes haineux, encourager le signalement des crimes haineux et rendre l'Amérique plus sûre pour tous. Signaler Signaler Réponse rapide _cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_Toolkit Visionnez ce diaporama préparé par l'Asian American Foundation pour en savoir plus sur les données actuelles et sur la façon dont vous pouvez les ajouter à votre propre boîte à outils . Lorsque vous cliquez sur le lien vers la trousse d'outils, vous pourrez accéder à une réponse rapide et à d'autres ressources utiles. L'état actuel de la sûreté et de la sécurité de l'AANHPI Notre approche de la sécurité communautaire Liste de contrôle : comment réagir aux crimes et incidents haineux Manuel de réponse communautaire Pour les particuliers Pour les leaders de la communauté Voir la boîte à outils ici Ressources éducatives pour la violence anti-asiatique Des milliers de groupes AAPI de tous les secteurs peuvent poursuivre le travail pour renforcer le pouvoir et briser les boucs émissaires xénophobes, les mythes des minorités modèles et le stéréotype perpétuel des étrangers qui affectent et limitent la vie des Américains d'origine asiatique. Voici quelques actions que vous pouvez prendre dès maintenant et investir pour aller de l'avant : Contactez les districts scolaires about incorporant l'histoire asiatique américaine et des sujets contemporains dans le programme scolaire . Visitez the Book Dragon du Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center pour en savoir plus sur l'expérience américaine de l'Asie-Pacifique à travers la littérature. Suivez une formation de spectateur pour éduquer et habiliter les alliés à éradiquer les stéréotypes américains d'origine asiatique qui conduisent à des micro-agressions et des insultes raciales qui rejettent, réduisent et dénigrent les Américains d'origine asiatique. Gardez un espace pour discuter de la façon dont le racisme anti-asiatique et le racisme envers les autres communautés de couleur sont liés. Organisez une formation "Connaissez vos droits" afin de réduire la haine des Américains d'origine asiatique et d'accroître la responsabilité des actions racistes. Approfondissez votre compréhension de l'histoire américaine d'origine asiatique en regardant "Américains d'origine asiatique", sur votre station PBS locale et participez au programme pour une perspective audacieuse et nouvelle sur une histoire qui importe aujourd'hui. Stand Against Hatred : Asian Americans Advancing Justice suit les incidents de partialité. En partageant ce que vous avez vécu ou vu, vous pouvez éduquer le public, responsabiliser les autres, montrer aux fournisseurs de services où une aide est nécessaire et renforcer les efforts de plaidoyer pour la réponse et la prévention des crimes haineux. Formulaires disponibles en anglais, chinois (traditionnel et simplifié), coréen et vietnamien. AAPI Hate Incident Form - Asian Pacific American Advocates se consacre à l'amélioration du bien-être social, politique et économique des Américains d'origine asiatique et des îles du Pacifique (AAPI). La soumission d'incidents haineux via ce formulaire nous aidera OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates à surveiller la haine envers les AAPI à travers le pays. Stop AAPI Hate - Le Conseil de politique et de planification de l'Asie-Pacifique (A3PCON) et Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA) ont lancé ce centre de signalement pour permettre aux membres de la communauté de signaler les incidents de haine qu'ils ont subis. Les informations individuelles, y compris les détails d'identification personnelle, resteront confidentielles et ne seront partagées qu'avec autorisation. Dans l'ensemble, les informations seront utilisées pour l'assistance, le plaidoyer et l'éducation. Formulaires disponibles en anglais, vietnamien, chinois, coréen, khmer, thaï et japonais. Consultez les ressources locales et autres supports pédagogiques tels que : Podcast de changement de code Centre de ressources pour étudiants - District scolaire de Shelton Forum sur l'immigration avec la Ligue des électrices (enregistrement) Projet de profilage anti-raciale de l'AAJC Offrir un soutien aux communautés AAPI Contactez ceux de vos pairs et voisins AAPI en vous connectant et montrez vos préoccupations, leur bien-être et offrez de l'aide. Renseignez-vous sur la manière d'intervenir si vous êtes victime ou témoin d'incidents haineux. Stop AAPI Hate offre des conseils de sécurité. Engagez-vous à être antiraciste en vous renseignant sur l'histoire de l'AAPI. Vous voudrez peut-être commencer par consulter this spécial PBS en cinq parties._cc781905-5cde-3194- bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Signalez et encouragez le signalement de la violence et du harcèlement. La Commission de l'État de Washington sur les affaires américaines de l'Asie-Pacifique demande instamment de signaler tous les incidents/crimes motivés par la haine. les Asian Pacific American Advocates surveillent la haine envers les AAPI à travers le pays. Envisagez de faire un don aux causes AAPI, aux entreprises et même aux victimes et aux familles des victimes. Apprenez à connaître vos communautés AAPI locales et consultez les organisations telles que the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition-South Puget Sound (APIC-SPS). Vous pouvez participer au dialogue avec les membres de la communauté , rechercher des opportunités de bénévolat et vous informer sur les mises à jour locales.

suivi des projets de loi législatifs Les législateurs de Washington ont adopté leur budget de fonctionnement 2021-2023 le 26 avril 2021 affectant 10,6 milliards de dollars en fonds de relance fédéraux COVID-19 et 59 milliards de dollars en revenus de l'État Crédit d'opération et autres sujets SB 5092 Crédits fiscaux Faire des crédits de fonctionnement pour l'exercice biennal 2021-2023. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5237 Projet de loi Fairstart Élargir les programmes de garde d'enfants et de développement de la petite enfance accessibles et abordables. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5115 Loi sur les normes de travail en cas d'urgence sanitaire Établir des normes de travail en cas d'urgence sanitaire. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5141 Environnement sain pour tous (HEAL) Mettre en œuvre les recommandations du groupe de travail sur la justice environnementale. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1129 Licensing International Medical Grads Concernant l'autorisation d'exercer des diplômés internationaux en médecine Statut : Livré au Gouverneur pour être promulgué le 20 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1372 Statue de Billy Frank Jr. Remplacement de la statue de Marcus Whitman dans la collection nationale de la salle statuaire par une statue de Billy Frank Jr. Statut : Le gouverneur a promulgué la loi le 14 avril. Date d'entrée en vigueur le 25 juillet 2021. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant Police, tribunaux et prisons HB 1090 Interdire les prisons à but lucratif Ressources Concernant les centres de détention privés à but lucratif. Statut : promulguée par le gouverneur le 14 avril. En vigueur immédiatement (14/04/2021). Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1072 Aide Juridique Civile Pour Tous Ressources Supprimer une seule des restrictions à l'utilisation des fonds de l'aide juridique civile. Statut : Passé dans le House and Sénat. A été livré au bureau du gouverneur le 13 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1078 Rétablir l'éligibilité des personnes reconnues coupables d'un crime Ressources Rétablir l'éligibilité de toutes les personnes reconnues coupables d'un crime qui ne sont pas en confinement total. Statut : promulguée par le gouverneur le 7 avril. Date d'entrée en vigueur 1er janvier 2022 Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1310 Désescalade/Recours à la force Ressources Concernant l'usage autorisé de la force par les forces de l'ordre et les agents correctionnels. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5051 Surveillance et responsabilisation de la police Ressources Concernant le contrôle par l'État et la responsabilité des agents de la paix et des agents pénitentiaires. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5055 Négociation collective des forces de l'ordre Ressources Concernant la négociation collective du personnel chargé de l'application des lois. Statut : promulguée le 7 avril. Date d'entrée en vigueur le 25 juillet 2021. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5066 Devoir d'intervention du policier Ressources Concernant le devoir d'intervention d'un agent de la paix. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 1267 Enquêtes criminelles indépendantes Ressources Concernant l'enquête sur une conduite criminelle potentielle résultant de l'usage de la force par la police... Statut : Livré au gouverneur à promulguer le 22 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1054 Tactiques policières Ressources Établir les exigences relatives aux tactiques et à l'équipement utilisés par les agents de la paix. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5263 Responsabilité de la police : droits des victimes de décès injustifiés Ressources Concernant les moyens de défense en cas de blessure et d'action pour mort injustifiée lorsque la personne blessée/tuée commettait un crime. Statut : Livré au Gouverneur pour être promulgué le 20 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant SB 5226 Éliminer la pratique de suspendre les licences pour être dans la pauvreté Ressources Concernant la suspension des permis pour infractions au code de la route. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1089 Audits de conformité des exigences pour les organismes chargés de l'application de la loi Ressources Concernant les audits de conformité aux exigences relatives aux agents de la paix et aux forces de l'ordre. Statut : Livré_cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ au Gouverneur qui sera promulgué le 20 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1088 Audits de conformité des exigences pour les organismes chargés de l'application de la loi Ressources Concernant les divulgations potentielles d'impeachment. Etat : Remis au Gouverneur pour être promulgué le 20 avril. Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant Travailleur agricole et justice du travail SB 5172 Droits de rémunération des heures supplémentaires pour les travailleurs agricoles Concernant la rétroactivité des demandes d'heures supplémentaires dans des cas exceptionnels Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été remis au Governor's desk pour être promulgué le 26 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1297 Remboursement de récupération d'impôt pour les familles de travailleurs Concernant l'exonération fiscale des familles actives. Statut : Adopté à la Chambre et au Sénat. A été livré au bureau du gouverneur le 22 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1097 Projet de loi sur la sécurité des travailleurs Augmenter la protection des travailleurs. Statut : Passé dans le House and Sénat. A été livré au bureau du gouverneur le 20 avril. Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant HB 1076 Loi sur la protection des travailleurs Permettre aux dénonciateurs d'intenter des actions au nom de l'État pour violation des protections sur le lieu de travail. Statut : Décédé au Comité sénatorial des voies et moyens Ressources Envoyez un e-mail à votre représentant

Sensibilisation communautaire Bản tóm tắt Nếu bạn là người nhập cư sống ở Tiểu bang Washington, bạn không hội đủ điều kiện nhận quỹ kích thích liên bang hoặc bảo hiểm thất nghiệp do tình trạng nhập cư của bạn, và bạn đang gặp khó khăn vì đại dịch COVID-19, bạn có thể đăng ký xin Quỹ Cứu trợ Di dân COVID-19 của Washington. Nếu đơn đăng ký của bạn được phê duyệt, bạn có thể nhận được ít nhất là $1.000. Đây không phải là khoản vay, và bạn sẽ không phải trả lại bất cứ thứ gì. Thông tin của bạn được an toàn và được bảo vệ: thông tin sẽ không bao giờ được chia sẻ tự nguyện với chính phủ hoặc ICE. Quy tắc gánh nặng xã hội không áp dụng cho quỹ này. Bạn có thể đăng ký hoặc nhận trợ giúp về đơn đăng ký bằng nhiều ngôn ngữ. Thời gian đăng ký từ ngày 19 tháng 9 năm 2022 đến ngày 14 tháng 11 năm 2022. Bạn luôn được đăng ký miễn phí. Để đăng ký, hãy truy cập www.immigrantreliefwa.org . Nếu bạn muốn nhận trợ giúp miễn phí về đơn đăng ký, bạn có thể liên hệ với một trong các tổ chức cộng đồng được liệt kê trên trang web, hoặc gọi 360-499-3616. Để đăng ký, hãy truy cập

COALITION ASIA PACIFIC ISLANDERS-SPS Home: Who We Are QUI NOUS SOMMES La Coalition des insulaires du Pacifique asiatique-South Puget Sound Chapter fait partie de la Coalition des insulaires du Pacifique asiatique de Washington (APIC-WA). Nous nous engageons à promouvoir l'équité en préconisant : Services de santé et services sociaux culturellement compétents et linguistiquement accessibles Développement économique pour les petites entreprises Droits civils et humains L'égalité d'accès à l'éducation Et de nombreuses autres préoccupations pour les Américains d'Asie-Pacifique, y compris les immigrants, les réfugiés et les citoyens de la région de South Puget Sound dans l'État de Washington CE QUE NOUS FAISONS SENSIBILISATION COMMUNAUTAIRE Aider la communauté Apprendre encore plus AIDE À LA CITOYENNETÉ Un pas après l'autre Apprendre encore plus PLAIDOYER & ENGAGEMENT CIVIQUE On est là, on compte, on vote Apprendre encore plus Home: What We Do Look out for our events! Our Heritage Month is soon. Visit our event page. Nous rassemblons des Américains d'Asie-Pacifique, y compris des immigrants, des réfugiés et des citoyens, pour utiliser notre force collective pour responsabiliser et défendre notre communauté.

CONTACTER LA COALITION DES ÎLES DE L'ASIE-PACIFIQUE / LE CHAPITRE SOUTH PUGET SOUND apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com +1 (323) 609-5757 Merci d'avoir soumis ! Soumettre Nos assemblées générales ont lieu une fois par mois ; le troisième lundi de chaque mois, de 18h15 à 20h00. Si c'est un jour férié, nous nous retrouverons le lundi suivant. En raison des restrictions liées au COVID-19, nous nous rencontrons en ligne. Pour le lien zoom, écrivez à apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com .