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VIÐBURÐIR Join us on May 23, 2026 as we share the stories, cultures, and contributions of our Asian, Native Hawai'ian, and Pacific Islander American (AANHPI) community 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. The mission of this event is to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. 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 . You can view the detailed program of events here. AANHPI Program of Events Volunteer with us! Your support will help celebrate and uplift the diverse cultures and contributions of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in the South Puget Sound area. Event Day: Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Day Address: Lacey Campus, South Puget Sound Community College Event Website: https://www.apicsouthpugetsound.org/aanhpi-heritage-month-celebration 2 to 5 hours of time commitment. You’re welcome to sign up based on your availability and still get to enjoy the event! Choose from a variety of roles. We have many roles for our volunteers to choose from! Ranging from logistical support to stage coordination. You are welcome to try something new or contribute your skills to the AANHPI community. An opportunity to learn about the community! You will have an unique opportunity to meet and learn from amazing community members through working together. Community Service Hours are available for those who need them. Please sign up before May 13, 2026. Thank you again for answering our call for 2026 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration event! Volunteer Sign Up Form Getting to the AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration The event will be at South Puget Sound Community College Lacey Campus in Building #1 at 4220 6th Ave SE Lacey, WA 98503 . We will include a map and parking directions soon. Join us! Whether you join us as a community member, vendor, or volunteer, we are excited to have you! Vendor and performance applications close on April 21, 2026. Learn More and Register PXL_20230520_212657081_edited IMG_0703_edited PXL_20230520_181424521 PXL_20230520_212657081_edited 1/79 Look at the vendors, performances, and activities we had at the event in 2023! Photos courtesy of Alicia Hall Crowley and video courtesy of the City of Olympia.

VIÐBURÐIR Thank you for showing up in May as we shared the stories, cultures, and contributions of our Asian, Native Hawai'ian, and Pacific Islander American (AANHPI) community The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia and the Evergreen State College and local community organizations, invited all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. We had food vendors, performances, and activities for the entire family. The mission of this event was to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. This event on May 24 was held at The House of Welcome at the Evergreen State College. More than 950 people participated! Thank you for joining us. If you are interested in helping coordinate or volunteer for our Heritage Month in the future, please c ontact us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com. Give Us Feedback! Your feedback is important to us! Please take a few minutes to tell us what you enjoyed and what we can do for our next celebration! Give us feedback

COVID-19 léttir 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. Fáðu örvunarskotin okkar fyrir betri heilsu 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 Munnlækningar Strjúktu í gegnum til að fá fleiri tungumál! 1/5 Tungumálatengd Covid auðlindir og ráðleggingar Þar sem COVID-19 leiðbeiningar breytast vinnur DOH virkan að því að þýða uppfært efni á 40 tungumál (þar á meðal mörg AANHPI). Til að fá aðgang að þýddum útgáfum: Visit https://doh.wa.gov/emergencies/covid-19/resources-and-recommendations_cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136dbad_5cf58 Finndu brúna rétthyrninginn efst í hægra horninu á skjánum þínum sem inniheldur núverandi tungumál síðunnar og með ör sem gefur til kynna fellivalmynd. Veldu örina og valið tungumál í fellivalmyndinni. Þýddar COVID-19 leiðbeiningar sem eru fáanlegar á völdu tungumáli munu fylla síðuna. DOH gaf út þýddar útgáfur af eftirfarandi skjölum í vikunni, sem eru fáanleg á vefsíðu DOH: Einkennaákvörðunartré fyrir stillingar utan heilsugæslu og almenning (PDF) Hvað á að gera ef þú gætir orðið fyrir áhrifum af einhverjum með COVID-19 (PDF) Hvað á að gera ef þú prófar jákvætt fyrir COVID-19 (PDF) Tungumálatengd COVID barnabóluefni fyrir foreldra og forráðamenn Úrræði eru fáanleg á eftirfarandi tungumálum: 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 , Úrdú , taílenska Þetta er samfélagsgerður listi yfir upplýsingar um COVID barnabóluefni og almennar upplýsingar um COVID bóluefni. Vinsamlega athugið að tenglunum er deilt af meðlimum samfélagsins og ekki skoðaðir með tilliti til nákvæmni þýðingar, farðu varlega við að velja hvaða úrræði á að gefa fjölskyldum. Skoðaðu auðlindir hér COVID-19 áhrif og sjónarmið fyrir Asíubúa Asísk amerísk COVID-19 reynsluskýrsla by NYU Center for the Study of Asian American Health (CSAAH) Menntun, samskipti og fræðsluefni Ríkisnefnd Washington um málefni Asíu Kyrrahafs Ameríku COVID-19 auðlindir COVID-19 Resources in Vietnamese by PIVOT : Viet Fact Check and VietCOVID.org . SEARAC COVID-19 auðlindir á víetnömsku samið af Suðaustur-Asíu Resource Action Center (SEARAC). Hmong COVID-19 bóluefnissamskiptatól: Cov Qauv Lus Siv Tau Rau Tej Pej Xeem Zej Zog thiab Koom Haum Kev Ntseeg COVID-19 auðlindamiðstöð Suðaustur-Asíu Asian Pacific Islander Coalition talsmaður saman auðlindir COVID-19 bóluefni PSA Nepal Seattle Society . myndbandstilkynning um opinbera þjónustu frá Nepal Seattle Society hvetur til bólusetningar Fyrir flóttamenn og innflytjendasamfélög Umræðuleiðbeiningar til að byggja upp traust á COVID-19 bóluefnum fyrir innflytjendur og flóttamenn (PDF) Landsmiðstöð fyrir flóttamenn, innflytjendur og innflytjendasamfélög Þýtt auðlindasafn COVID-19 bóluefni 101 vefnámskeið: Leiðbeiningar fyrir þá sem vinna með samfélögum flóttamanna, innflytjenda og innflytjenda Kanon Tímarit Skoðaðu rússnesku spurningarnar og svörin sem fjalla um COVID-19-tengd bóluefni og hik á blaðsíðum 50-51 með traustum leiðtoga trúarsamfélags og doktorsnema í sameinda- og frumulíffræði við háskólann í Washington, Andrey Shuvarikov. 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Fréttir 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 May 23 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration AANHPI Program of Events 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. Visit the WA DOH Hub April Health Care News Fyrri fréttabréf March 2026 February 2026 January 2026 December 2025 November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024 July 2024 June 2024 May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 maí 2022 apríl 2022 mars 2022 febrúar 2022 janúar 2022 nóvember 2021 október 2021 september 2021 ágúst 2021 júlí 2021 maí 2021 apríl 2021 janúar-mars 2021 desember 2020 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 February 2022 January 2022 November 2021 October 2021 September 2021 August 2021 July 2021 May 2021 April 2021 January-March 2021 December 2020

ASÍSKA Kyrrahafseyjabandalagið-SPS Home: Who We Are HVER VIÐ ERUM Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition-South Puget Sound Chapter er hluti af Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of Washington (APIC-WA). Við erum staðráðin í að stuðla að jöfnuði með því að tala fyrir: Menningarlega hæf og tungumálalega aðgengileg heilbrigðis- og mannaþjónusta Efnahagsþróun fyrir lítil fyrirtæki Borgara- og mannréttindi Jafnt aðgengi að menntun Og mörg önnur áhyggjuefni fyrir Asíu Kyrrahafs Bandaríkjamenn, þar á meðal innflytjendur, flóttamenn og borgara á South Puget Sound svæðinu í Washington fylki ÞAÐ SEM VIÐ GERUM SAMFÉLAGSÚTÆK Að hjálpa samfélaginu Læra meira BORGARAÐSTOÐ Eitt skref í einu Læra meira MÁLSHÁTÍÐ OG SAMMENNINGARSAMKVÆÐI Við erum hér, við teljum, við kjósum Læra meira Home: What We Do Look out for our events! Our Heritage Month is soon. Visit our event page. Við tökum saman Asíu-Kyrrahafs-Ameríkana, þar á meðal innflytjendur, flóttamenn og borgara, til að nota sameiginlegan styrk okkar til að styrkja og tala fyrir samfélaginu okkar.

lagafrumvarpi Löggjafarþingi 2022 er lokið! Sérhvert frumvarp sem ekki hefur verið samþykkt á þessu ári, verður að endurskoða á næsta þingi (2023) og verða með ný frumvarpsnúmer. Legislative & Budget Priorities Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur HB 2105 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 SB 6346 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Maintained funding for naturalization services, limited English proficient pathways, and immigrant legal defense 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. Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur The legislature committed to adding 5,000 spaces under the Apple Health Expansion 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 Löggjafarþingi 2022 er lokið! Sérhvert frumvarp sem ekki hefur verið samþykkt á þessu ári, verður að endurskoða á næsta þingi (2023) og verða með ný frumvarpsnúmer. Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Secured funding 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. Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 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. Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 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 Löggjafarþingi 2022 er lokið! Sérhvert frumvarp sem ekki hefur verið samþykkt á þessu ári, verður að endurskoða á næsta þingi (2023) og verða með ný frumvarpsnúmer. Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur HB 1903 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur HB 1710 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 HB 1916 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 HB 2210 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur SB 5855 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur SB 6002 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur SB 5574 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur SB 5380 HB 1303 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024

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

Samfélagsmiðlun 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) Play Video 2025 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration (Full Video) Play Video AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Long Version of Performances) Play Video AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 2024 (Highlight Clip) Play Video AANHPI Heritage Month Videos Watch Now Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Share Close 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 Play Video Change the Dynamics: What's Power Got to do With It (2024 Race Dialogue) Play Video March 2022 Race Dialogue Play Video Race and Civic Engagement Dialogue Play Video Race Dialogues Watch Now Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Share Close 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! Menningarsmiðjur APIC-SPS heldur menningarsmiðju annan laugardag hvers mánaðar. Farðu á viðburðaflipann okkar til að fá upplýsingar um næsta!

Markmið okkar Tilkynning um hatursatvik Nefnd um málefni Asíu-Kyrrahafs-Ameríku Með nýlegu innlendu kastljósi á hatursglæpi og hlutdrægni í garð Asíusamfélagsins hefur CAPAA safnað auðlindum til að tilkynna hatursglæpi, hlutdrægni og mismunun. Ef þú eða einhver sem þú þekkir er fórnarlamb hatursglæps eða hlutdrægnisatviks, höfum við vefsíður CAPAA resources CAPAA , þar á meðal skýrslusíður stjórnvalda og félagasamtaka, geðheilbrigðisúrræði og fleira._cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Dómsmálaráðuneytið Baráttan gegn hatursglæpum er eitt af forgangsverkefnum dómsmálaráðuneytisins. Í þessu viðleitni til að berjast gegn hlutdrægni og hatri, bjó DOJ til þessa vefsíðu sem miðlæga gátt fyrir allar auðlindir þess hatursglæpa. Notaðu þessi úrræði til að læra meira um hatursglæpi, hvetja til tilkynninga um hatursglæpi og gera Bandaríkin öruggari fyrir alla. Skýrsla Skýrsla Rapid R esponse Toolkit Skoðaðu þessa myndasýningu sem unnin var af The Asian American Foundation til að læra meira um núverandi gögn og hvernig þú getur bætt við þitt eigið verkfærasett. _d04a07d8-9cd1-3239-9149-208713b_6c As you smelltu á hlekkinn á verkfærasettið, þú munt fá aðgang að skjótum viðbrögðum og öðrum gagnlegum úrræðum. Núverandi ástand AANHPI öryggi og öryggi Nálgun okkar að öryggi samfélagsins Gátlisti: Hvernig á að bregðast við hatursglæpum og atvikum Samfélagssvörunarleikrit Fyrir einstaklinga Fyrir leiðtoga samfélagsins Skoðaðu verkfærakistuna hér Fræðsluúrræði fyrir ofbeldi gegn Asíu Þúsundir AAPI hópa víðsvegar um geira geta haldið áfram vinnu við að byggja upp völd og brjóta niður útlendingahaturs blóraböggla, fyrirmyndarminnihlutagoðsagnir og ævarandi útlendinga staðalímynd af Asíu sem hefur áhrif á og takmarka líf Bandaríkjanna. Hér eru nokkrar aðgerðir sem þú getur gert núna og fjárfest í að halda áfram: Hafðu samband við skólaumdæmi about með því að fella asíska-ameríska sögu og samtímaefni inn í skólanámskrána . Heimsæktu the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center's Book Dragon til að fá meira um reynslu Asíu Kyrrahafs Ameríku í gegnum bókmenntir. Taktu nærstadda þjálfun til að fræða og styrkja bandamenn til að uppræta asískar amerískar staðalímyndir sem leiða til örárása og kynþáttaorða sem vísa frá, draga úr og gera lítið úr asískum Bandaríkjamönnum. Haltu plássi til að ræða hvernig and-asískur kynþáttafordómar og kynþáttafordómar gagnvart öðrum lituðum samfélögum tengjast. Framkvæmdu a „Know Your Rights“ þjálfun til að draga úr hatri í Asíu-Ameríku og auka ábyrgð á kynþáttafordómum. Dýpkaðu skilning þinn á sögu Asíu-Ameríku með því að horfa á „Asískir Ameríkanar,“ á PBS stöðinni þinni og taka þátt í djörf sjónarhorni á nýju sjónarhorni skiptir máli í dag. Stand Against Hatred : Asian Americans Advancing Justice fylgist með hlutdrægni. Með því að deila því sem þú upplifðir eða varð vitni að geturðu frætt almenning, styrkt aðra, sýnt þjónustuaðilum hvar hjálp er þörf og styrkt málsvörn fyrir viðbrögð og forvarnir gegn hatursglæpum. Eyðublöð fáanleg á ensku, kínversku (hefðbundið og einfaldað), kóresku og víetnömsku. AAPI Hate Incident Form – Asian Pacific American Advocates er tileinkað því að efla félagslega, pólitíska og efnahagslega velferð asískra Bandaríkjamanna og Kyrrahafseyjabúa (AAPI). Að senda inn hatursatvik í gegnum þetta eyðublað mun hjálpa okkur OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates að fylgjast með hatri í garð AAPIs um allt land. Stop AAPI Hate – Asian Pacific Policy and Planning Council (A3PCON) og Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA) hafa hleypt af stokkunum þessari skýrslumiðstöð til að leyfa meðlimum samfélagsins að tilkynna hatursatvik sem þeir hafa upplifað. Einstakar upplýsingar, þar á meðal persónuskilríki, verða trúnaðarmál og verður aðeins deilt með leyfi. Samanlagt verða upplýsingarnar notaðar til aðstoðar, hagsmunagæslu og fræðslu. Eyðublöð fáanleg á ensku, víetnömsku, kínversku, kóresku, khmer, taílensku og japönsku. Skoðaðu staðbundnar heimildir og annað fræðsluefni eins og: Code Switch Podcast Nemendamiðstöð - Shelton skólahverfi Innflytjendavettvangur með Bandalagi kvennakjósenda (upptaka) AAJC Anti-Racial Profiling Project Að bjóða upp á stuðning við AAPI samfélög Náðu til jafningja þinna og nágranna í AAPI með því að skrá þig inn og sýna áhyggjur þínar, líðan þeirra og bjóða hjálp. Fræddu þig um hvernig þú átt að grípa inn í ef þú verður vitni að hatursatvikum. Stop AAPI Hate býður upp á öryggisráð. Skuldbinda þig til að vera and-rasisti með því að læra um AAPI sögu. Þú gætir viljað byrja á því að kíkja á this 9.5-part P7BS-9cde_9.5 -part P7BS-51cde bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Tilkynna og hvetja til tilkynningar um ofbeldi og áreitni. Ríkisnefnd Washington um málefni Asíu-Kyrrahafs-Ameríku hvetur til að tilkynna öll hatursatvik/glæpi. Að senda inn hatursatvik í gegnum þetta eyðublað ( AAPI hatursatvikeyðublað _cc781905-5cde-6bb-3b19 help) talsmenn Asíu Kyrrahafs Ameríku fylgjast með hatri í garð AAPIs um allt land. Íhugaðu að gefa til málefna AAPI, fyrirtækjum og jafnvel fórnarlömbum og fjölskyldum fórnarlambsins. Kynntu þér staðbundin AAPI samfélög og skoðaðu samtök eins og the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition-South Puget Sound _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136SdPS_5cf5). Þú getur tekið þátt í samræðum við meðlimi samfélagsins , leitað að tækifærum fyrir sjálfboðaliða og fengið upplýsingar um staðbundnar uppfærslur. býður einnig upp á APIC-varnarþjálfun sem og sjálfsvörn.

Samfélagsmiðlun 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

Markmið okkar Our Mission Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) er óflokksbundið bandalag sem stuðlar að jöfnum aðgangi að menningarlega hæfum og tungumálaaðgengilegri heilbrigðis- og mannþjónustu, efnahagsþróun fyrir lítil fyrirtæki, borgara- og mannréttindum, jöfnum aðgangi að menntun og öðrum áhyggjum API. . Við hvetjum til og eflum borgaralega þátttöku Asíu-Ameríku-Kyrrahafseyjabúa (AAPI) í kosninga- og opinberri stefnumótun. 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.

Viðskiptaauðlindir APIC-South Puget Sound er staðráðið í að bjóða upp á aðgengilegar auðlindir fyrir Asíu- og Kyrrahafseyjarsamfélagið. Hér að neðan finnur þú úrræði um fræðsluefni fyrir skóla, kennara og samfélög. Ef þú hefur fleiri tækifæri til að deila, vinsamlegast farðu á Hafðu samband og sendu okkur athugasemd. Við erum að vinna að því að útvega fleiri tungumálaaðgengilegar heimildir og munum uppfæra þessa síðu þegar vinnan heldur áfram. Starfsnám og námsmöguleikar OCA sumarstarfsnám (frestur til að sækja um 30. janúar) APAICS Congressional starfsnám (frestur til að sækja um 28. jan.) Töflureikni fyrir asískt amerískt námsefni Kóresk / asísk amerísk námsnám Gagnagrunnur asískra námsstyrkja Stofnun 649 Styrkur fyrir framhaldsskólanema í Austur- og Suðaustur-Asíu Supporting Immigrant, Refugee, and Undocumented Students & Families APIC-South Puget Sound er staðráðið í að bjóða upp á aðgengilegar auðlindir fyrir Asíu- og Kyrrahafseyjarsamfélagið. Hér að neðan finnur þú úrræði um fræðsluefni fyrir skóla, kennara og samfélög. Ef þú hefur fleiri tækifæri til að deila, vinsamlegast farðu á Hafðu samband og sendu okkur athugasemd. Við erum að vinna að því að útvega fleiri tungumálaaðgengilegar heimildir og munum uppfæra þessa síðu þegar vinnan heldur áfram. View PSESD Resources AANHPI Heritage Education Forum: Our Past, Present, & Future In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in 2024, we hosted an education forum to acknowledge the lives, history, achievements and contributions of our community. Watch a recording of the event! Financial Aid for College College and Career Knowledge Complete Book English Book | Spanish Book | Vietnamese Book | Ukrainian Book | Somali Book | Russian Book | Arabic Book Over the past several years, a team of organizations worked together to create the College & Career Knowledge Project, consisting of digital handouts compiled into a workbook designed to support college and career education planning. Full workbooks can be ordered through the 12th Year Campaign, and digital copies are also available. Lesson plans will be available later in 2023-24 for each chapter of the workbook to be used to guide students through the College & Career Knowledge content. Financial Aid Trifold English | Arabic | Chuukese | Marshallese | Russian | Somali | Spanish | Vietnamese This 6-page trifold is for students and families. It provides an overview of financial aid, what Washington State aid looks like, and includes myth/facts, and how to apply. Financial Aid Monthly Templates for Schools English | Arabic | Chuukese | Marshallese | Russian | Somali | Spanish | Vietnamese You can download templates with college readiness and financial aid information for grades 7-12. These templates can be printed or emailed, posted online, or handed out at workshops, schools, or sporting events.