VIÐBURÐIR Thank you for joining us in May 2026! We shared the stories, cultures, and contributions of our Asian, Native Hawai'ian, and Pacific Islander American (AANHPI) community. Our next Heritage Month celebration will be on May 22, 2027. Thanks to all who came to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month! The Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia, and local community organizations invited all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage and cultures. We had food vendors, performances, resources, 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. 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 Application is no longer available. 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. Application is no longer available. 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 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 You are seconds away from getting this done. 🤩 
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Hafðu samband við ASÍSKA Kyrrahafseyjabandalagið / SUÐUR-PUGET HJÓÐKAFLI apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com +1 (323) 609-5757 Takk fyrir að senda inn! Sendu inn Aðalfundir okkar eru einu sinni í mánuði; þriðja mánudag hvers mánaðar, frá 18:15-20:00. Ef það verður frí, hittumst við á mánudaginn eftir. Vegna COVID-19 takmarkana erum við að hittast á netinu. Fyrir aðdráttartengilinn, skrifaðu til apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com .

Markmið okkar APIC-South Puget Sound er staðráðið í að bjóða upp á aðgengilegar auðlindir fyrir Asíu- og Kyrrahafseyjarsamfélagið. Hér að neðan finnur þú úrræði um innflytjendamál, fæðuöryggi, kjósendaskráningu og fleira. Við erum að vinna að því að útvega fleiri tungumálaaðgengilegar heimildir og munum uppfæra þessa síðu þegar vinnan heldur áfram. 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 Office of Financial Management Population Report: Washington State's Immigrant Population 2010-2021 by Wei Yen, Ph.D. Immigrant population has increased by 29% in Washington during 2010-21, with a larger increase in the immigrant group of naturalized citizens (37%). In 2021, the total immigrant population was 1,149,000. Shares of females in each immigrant population group remained about the same across the years, although the shares varied among the groups, between 40% and 60%. While the share of adults 18-64 declined in the U.S.-born citizen group to 58%, it remained the same in the immigrant groups (around 75% for naturalized citizen group and legal immigrant group, and 90% for the undocumented immigrant group). The share of individuals with Hispanic origin had a gradual but steady increase in the U.S.-born citizen group (8% to 12%). However, the undocumented immigrant group share declined from 54% to 39%. The shares of non-Hispanic white population declined in the U.S.-born citizen group (80% to 72%)3 and the legal immigrant group (32% to 23%). The shares of non-Hispanic Asians or Pacific Islanders increased in the legal Office of Financial Management 2 immigrant group (27% to 36%) and the undocumented immigrant group (27% to 43%). In the adult population age 18-64, all groups except the legal immigrant group had increased shares with a 4-year college degree or higher. The undocumented immigrant group had the largest change (22% to 47%). For all groups, shares of adults 18-64 who were employed increased to the highest point in 2019 (above 70%) and then declined in 2021. Shares of adults 18-64 in low-income families (less than 200% of the federal poverty level) declined in all groups, particularly in the undocumented immigrant group in which the share dropped by half (56% to 28%). Read the OFM Report Here Read the WA Immigrant Population Report Here Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network Resource Finder: Alhliða listi yfir innflytjendamál, fjölskylduhjálp, COVID-19 og lögfræðiþjónustu á leitarstiku sem auðvelt er að finna ACLU Washington: Löggæslulög, innflytjendaréttindi, fræðsluefni og fleira APIC-Spokane: Önnur staðbundin útibú APIC sem býður upp á viðbótarúrræði Asísk ráðgjafar- og tilvísunarþjónusta: Miðstöð í Seattle fyrir innflytjenda-, lögfræði-, atvinnu- og barnagæslu með aðgengilegu tungumálaumhverfi Asian Pacific Islander Americans for Civic Empowerment (APACE): Kjósendafræðslu og valdeflingarviðburðir Washington Coalition for Police Accountability: Ábyrgðarmál lögreglu Samfélagsbandalag Washington: Stefnir að því að minnka fulltrúabilið fyrir litað fólk á öllum stigum kjörinna embættis í fylki okkar 7819035bcf58190351c581919351c581919351c581919_51c589 Washington State Commission for the Asian Pacific American Affairs: Tungumálaaðgengileg úrræði um COVID-19 hjálpargögn, sundurliðun gagna, LGBTQ+ úrræði og tilkynningakerfi fyrir hatursglæpi

Markmið okkar Rapid Response, Trainings, and Events Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSED) has put together a guide that offers supportive principles and steps to help keep everyone safe and informed while upholding legal rights. It goes over understanding warrants, how to prepare before, during and after an ICE visit, and other related information and resources. These resources focus on current policies and best practices that address the needs of undocumented students, refugee students, and their families. They also have a section for rapid response trainings and what to do if ICE shows up. PSESD Rapid Response Resources Know Your Rights Northwest Immigrant Rights Project has compiled several resources to help you understand your rights when interacting with various law enforcement officials and officers. It is important to be aware of your rights and the rights of fellow community members. You can also report an ICE raid in Washington State by calling the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network’s hotline (1-844-724-3737). If you are outside of Washington, contact United We Dream’s hotline at 1-444-363-1423. Know Your Rights Info The ACLU has also created an empowerment campaign to prepare for and safely defend our rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). The videos are available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Russian, and Urdu. The Immigrant Safety Plan document is a collective community resource to help parents plan for the care of their child(ren) (with or without status) in the event that a parent is unable to care for their child, particularly if the parent is detained or deported. Learn More About the Immigrant Safety Plan Immigrant Safety Plan

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 Homebuying Classes and Expos We have hosted a free WA State Homebuyer Education Class sponsored through the WA State Housing Finance Commission (WSHFC). This comprehensive class was designed to help first-time and repeat homebuyers better understand the homebuying process and learn about available down payment assistance programs. Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026 Time: 11:00PM - 4:00PM Location: Lacey City Hall Community Meeting Room 420 College St. SE Lacey, WA 98503 Upon completion of the class, participants received a WA State Housing Finance Commission Homebuyer Education Certificate, which is required for many WA State Down Payment Assistance Program and remains valid for 2 years. Participants learned: The step-by-step homebuying process How to prepare financially for homeownership Understanding credit, budgeting, and mortgage financing Available Down Payment Assistance Programs (DPA) WA State Housing Finance Commission programs How to work with real estate and lending professionals What to expect before, during, and after closing APIC SPS was also a co-sponsor of the Thurston County Homebuying Expo in 2025 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. homebuying1 1homebuying Homebuying homebuying1 1/4 June 2026: How to Achieve Financial Well-Being The Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound in collaboration with the Department of Financial Institutions, presented on financial health and wellness in June. Participants learned about: 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 Financial Wellbeing Financial Wellbeing 1/1 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 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!

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! 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.

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. You can learn more about their work at https://apicwashington.org/ . 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.

Fréttir 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 . sept citizenship class Citizenship Class Schedule sept citizenship class 1/2 Citizenship Class Registration 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 September 24, 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. sept citizenship class citizenship clinic sept citizenship class 1/2 Client Intake Form for Citizenship Clinics 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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Stefna okkar Á þessu ári telur APIC að eftirfarandi stefnuskrár verði óaðskiljanlegur til að bæta líf API samfélaga í Washington fylki: Viðhalda fjármögnun fyrir LEP Pathways Meginmarkmið Limited English Proficient (LEP) Pathways er að stuðla að efnahagslegri sjálfsbjargarviðleitni fyrir flóttamenn og innflytjendur með starfsþjálfun, ensku sem öðru tungumáli (ESL) tímum, vinnuaðstoð og félagsþjónustu. Með því að viðhalda fjármögnun fyrir LEP Pathways áætlunina getum við stutt betur tekjulága og takmarkaða enskumælandi innflytjendur. Halda uppi fjármögnun til náttúruverndarþjónustu Náttúrufræðiþjónusta hjálpar flóttamönnum og innflytjendum, aðallega þeim sem eru öryrkjar og aldraðir, að öðlast ríkisborgararétt með aðstoð við að fylla út USCIS N-400 náttúrufræðiumsókn og beiðnir um undanþágu frá gjaldi, námskeið í bandarískri sögu og borgarafræði og undirbúning viðtala. Með því að viðhalda fjármögnun fyrir náttúruvæðingarþjónustu getum við þjónað innflytjendum og flóttamönnum betur í ríki okkar. Að tryggja og viðhalda COFA heilsugæslu og tannlæknaþjónustu COFA læknisáætlun Washington State veitir nauðsynlegri heilsu og tannlæknaþjónustu til COFA borgara sem hafa verið útilokaðir frá aðgangi að alríkisheilbrigðisbótum. Þó að þing hafi nýlega samþykkt lög til að endurheimta Medicaid hæfi COFA farandfólks, verður Washington-ríki að tryggja að umfjöllun sé veitt þar til menningar- og tungumálalega innleiðingu er lokið. Veita hjálp til skjallausra starfsmanna Washington Óskráðir Washingtonbúar sem hafa verið útilokaðir frá núverandi atvinnuleysisbótum og alríkisörvunarpökkum hafa orðið sérstaklega fyrir barðinu á COVID-19 heimsfaraldrinum. Hvort sem það er með tímabundinni neyðaráætlun sem eykur atvinnuleysishæfi eða víðtækari fjármögnun í gegnum Washington Immigrant Relief Fund, eiga allir starfsmenn léttir skilið, óháð stöðu innflytjenda. Innleiðing endurheimtarafsláttar , uppfærð útgáfa af skattafslætti vinnandi fjölskyldur Endurheimtarafsláttur myndi setja reiðufé aftur í vasa fólks með lágar tekjur, þar á meðal innflytjendur sem hafa með óréttmætum hætti verið útilokaðir frá öðrum alríkisskattfríðindum. Áreiti í reiðufé sem miðar að heimilum með lágar tekjur myndi einnig tryggja að bótagreiðslum sé beint til þeirra heimila sem verða fyrir mestum skaða af lækkandi skattalögum Washington. Að auki, við forgangsröðun okkar í löggjöf, hefur APIC alltaf aukið þörfina fyrir fjárfestingu í samfélagi okkar með fjármagnsverkefnum. Í ár biðjum við um stuðning við eftirfarandi fjármagnsverkefni: Asíu-Kyrrahafs menningarmiðstöðin Menningarmiðstöð Sameinuðu þjóðanna í Laos AIPACE Við munum uppfæra þessa síðu síðar með tenglum til að gefa. APIC stefnuforgangsatriði Lærðu um afstöðu APIC til umbóta í innflytjendamálum, hagsmunagæslu fyrir LGBTQ+, umbætur í menntamálum og COVID-19 ráðstafanir. Pew Research: When surveying small populations, some approaches are more inclusive than others Survey researchers increasingly recognize that a single survey of the general public can rarely represent the views of small groups of Americans. Such surveys frequently have too few interviews with certain populations – such as smaller religious or racial or ethnic groups – for those voices to be heard. Read more Pew Research: The Asian American Experience In the fall of 2021, Pew Research Center undertook the largest focus group study it had ever conducted to hear Asian Americans talk about their lived experiences in America. Read more Endurúthluta uppfærslum Árið 2021 gengum við í bandalag af Redistricting Justice for Washington , þar sem við vinnum sameiginlega að því að tryggja að ættbálkamörk og litasamfélög séu fulltrúar í nýju hverfislínunum okkar. Nýjar hverfislínur hafa verið dregnar. Sum löggjafarumdæmi kunna að hafa breytt og fulltrúar þínir/öldungadeildarþingmenn gætu hafa breyst ásamt þeim Til að athuga hverjir eru fulltrúar þínir 1022 hér - 9. 3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ RJWA Apríl Uppfærsla : Samfylkingin hefur ákveðið að hætta VRA málsókn sinni, lesið meira um hvers vegna þessi ákvörðun var tekin hér Fyrir frekari upplýsingar, skoðaðu Redistricting Justice for Washington (RJW) .

VIÐBURÐIR Thank you for joining us on May 23, 2026! We shared the stories, cultures, and contributions of our Asian, Native Hawai'ian, and Pacific Islander American (AANHPI) community Thanks to all who came to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month! The Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia, and local community organizations invited all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage and cultures. We had food vendors, performances, resources, 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. 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 Application is no longer available. Application is no longer available. 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

General Election Ballot Initiatives There were four important ballot initiatives in the November 5th General Election, APIC encouraged a NO vote on all four. Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Initative 2109 Did not pass: 64.11% to 35.89% 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 Initiative 2117 Did not pass: 61.96% to 38.04% 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 Initiative I-2124 Did not pass: 55.46% to 44.54% 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 Initiative I-2066 Passed: 51.7% to 48.3% 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 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 Priorities Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Did not pass HB 1445 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 Did not pass 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 SB 5109 HB 1095 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Did not pass 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 SB 5135 HB 1087 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 $28.4 million was included in the operating budget to expand healthcare access for the medicaid-equivalent! This includes $27.5M to support access for our low-income community members to be able to access the program. 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Capital Projects Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur $5,000,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 $432,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 $225,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 $25,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 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 No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Additional Policies We Support Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 SB 5890 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 Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 SB 5882 HB 1960 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 Establishing limits to rent increases under the residential landlord-tenant act and manufactured/mobile home landlord tenant act. HB 2214 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur HB 2368 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur HB 2209 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Did not pass This legislation helps ensure mergers do not result in loss of care – gender affirming, reproductive, end of life. The Keep Our Care Act would ensure health entity mergers, acquisitions, and contracting affiliations increase rather than reduce access to vital health services, including gender affirming, reproductive, and end of life care. SB 5241 HB 1263 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 1932 Did not pass Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Did not pass HB 1579 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 Did not pass SB 6314 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 Did not pass 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 SB 6014 HB 2180 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Did not pass 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 HB 2174 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur HB 2058 Did not pass 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 Did not pass 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 HB 2030 Heilsujafnrétti fyrir innflytjendur Did not pass 12.131 milljónum Bandaríkjadala var úthlutað í fjáraukalögum til að hefja heilsuverndaráætlanir fyrir alla Washingtonbúa (óháð stöðu innflytjenda) frá og með 2024 HB 1075 SB 5249 To view the outcomes of APIC's 2023 legislative session, view the final report here .