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ເຫດການ 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

ຂ່າວ 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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ການເຜີຍແຜ່ຊຸມຊົນ 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! Application is no longer available. ກອງປະຊຸມວັດທະນະທໍາ APIC-SPS ຈັດກອງປະຊຸມວັດທະນະທໍາໃນວັນເສົາທີສອງຂອງແຕ່ລະເດືອນ. ໄປທີ່ແຖບເຫດການຂອງພວກເຮົາສໍາລັບຂໍ້ມູນກ່ຽວກັບອັນຕໍ່ໄປ!

ການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອພົນລະເມືອງ ການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອພົນລະເມືອງ ຄລີນິກພົນລະເມືອງ & ການປັບປຸງ 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 ຍຸຕິທຳຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ ເພື່ອໃຫ້ຜູ້ເຂົ້າເມືອງ AAPI ໃນລັດວໍຊິງຕັນມີຊີວິດທີ່ສົມບູນ, ປອດໄພ, ແລະສຸຂະພາບດີ, ພວກເຮົາຕ້ອງການສະຖາບັນທີ່ປອດໄພ ແລະ ສະໜັບສະໜູນ ແລະ ນະໂຍບາຍທີ່ໃຫ້ບໍລິການບຸກຄົນທຸກຄົນໂດຍບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ. ເປັນຫຍັງອັນນີ້ຈຶ່ງສຳຄັນ? ເນື່ອງຈາກກົດໝາຍການປະຕິຮູບສະຫວັດດີການປີ 1996, ຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຫຼາຍຄົນບໍ່ມີສິດໄດ້ຮັບໂຄງການຄວາມປອດໄພສໍາລັບຫ້າປີທໍາອິດຂອງທີ່ຢູ່ອາໄສຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ, ແລະຄວາມຢ້ານກົວກ່ຽວກັບການເກັບຄ່າບໍລິການສາທາລະນະໄດ້ຂັດຂວາງຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຫຼາຍຂຶ້ນຈາກການເຂົ້າເຖິງການບໍລິການ. ໃນຈຳນວນຫຼາຍກວ່າ 800,000 AAPIs ທີ່ອາໄສຢູ່ໃນລັດວໍຊິງຕັນ, ປະມານເຄິ່ງໜຶ່ງແມ່ນມາຈາກຕ່າງປະເທດ. ນີ້ລວມມີປະມານ 60,000 AAPIs ທີ່ບໍ່ມີເອກະສານ (ມີປະມານ 1.7 ລ້ານ AAPIs ທີ່ບໍ່ມີເອກະສານໃນທົ່ວປະເທດ) . 73% ຂອງຊາວອາເມຣິກັນເຊື້ອສາຍເອເຊຍໃນວໍຊິງຕັນເວົ້າພາສາອື່ນທີ່ບໍ່ແມ່ນພາສາອັງກິດຢູ່ເຮືອນ, ແລະ ຫຼາຍກວ່າ 44% ເວົ້າພາສາອັງກິດຫນ້ອຍກວ່າ "ດີຫຼາຍ." ຊາວອາເມຣິກັນເຊື້ອສາຍເອເຊຍປະມານ 60,707 ຄົນໃນວໍຊິງຕັນ (10%) ດຳລົງຊີວິດຢູ່ໃນຄວາມທຸກຍາກ ແລະປະມານ 7,951 NHPIs ໃນວໍຊິງຕັນ (17%) ດຳລົງຊີວິດຢູ່ໃນຄວາມທຸກຍາກ, ເຊິ່ງໝາຍເຖິງຄວາມຕ້ອງການການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອສາທາລະນະ. ກົງກັນຂ້າມກັບການເລົ່າເລື່ອງທົ່ວໄປ, ມີຄວາມຫຼາກຫຼາຍທາງດ້ານເສດຖະກິດ-ສັງຄົມ, ຊົນເຜົ່າ ແລະພາສາ/ວັດທະນະທໍາລະຫວ່າງກຸ່ມ AAPI ໃນລະດັບສູງ. ຕົວຢ່າງ, ລາຍຮັບສະເລ່ຍຂອງຄົວເຮືອນອິນເດຍແມ່ນ $115,105, ໃນຂະນະທີ່ລາຍຮັບສະເລ່ຍຂອງຄົວເຮືອນຊາວມົ້ງແມ່ນ $53,717. . ເພື່ອເຮັດສິ່ງນີ້, APIC ສະຫນັບສະຫນູນການເຂົ້າເຖິງການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອທາງດ້ານກົດຫມາຍຟຣີ / ຫຼຸດລົງ, ແລະສະຫນັບສະຫນູນຄໍາແນະນໍານະໂຍບາຍຕໍ່ໄປນີ້: ຂະຫຍາຍເສັ້ນທາງຂອງ LEP: ທຶນຂອງ LEP ສົ່ງເສີມຄວາມພຽງພໍທາງດ້ານເສດຖະກິດໃຫ້ແກ່ຊາວອົບພະຍົບ ແລະ ຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຜ່ານໂຄງການຝຶກອົບຮົມວຽກ, ຫ້ອງຮຽນ ESL, ແລະ ການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອດ້ານວຽກເຮັດງານທຳທີ່ເປັນພື້ນຖານອັນແຂງແກ່ນສໍາລັບໂອກາດວຽກເຮັດງານທຳ ແລະ ຄວາມເປັນທຳມະຊາດ. LEP ຍັງໃຫ້ການເຂົ້າເຖິງຜູ້ສູງອາຍຸທີ່ຊອກຫາການບໍລິການດ້ານສຸຂະພາບ ແລະສັງຄົມ. ເງິນທຶນຂອງ LEP Pathways ໄດ້ຖືກຕັດອອກຫຼັງຈາກເກີດການຖົດຖອຍ ແລະ ຍັງບໍ່ທັນໄດ້ຮັບການຟື້ນຟູເປັນຈໍານວນເດີມ. ເພີ່ມທຶນສໍາລັບການບໍລິການການສັນຊາດ: ໂຄງການການສັນຊາດຂອງລັດວໍຊິງຕັນຊ່ວຍໃຫ້ຊາວອົບພະຍົບແລະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງກາຍເປັນພົນລະເມືອງ, ໂດຍຜ່ານການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອໃນໃບຄໍາຮ້ອງພົນລະເມືອງ, ຫ້ອງຮຽນພາສາອັງກິດແລະພົນລະເມືອງ, ແລະການກະກຽມການສໍາພາດ. ຜູ້ເຖົ້າແກ່ແລະຄົນພິການແລະຜູ້ອົບພະຍົບເຂົ້າເມືອງແມ່ນຜູ້ທີ່ໄດ້ຮັບຫລັກທຳຂອງໂຄງການສັນຊາດ. ຈັດສັນເງິນທຶນໃຫ້ກອງທຶນປ້ອງກັນທາງກົດໝາຍ: ພາຍໃຕ້ກົດໝາຍ, ຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງບໍ່ໄດ້ຮັບການຮັບປະກັນການເຂົ້າເຖິງທະນາຍຄວາມ ແລະມັກຈະພົບເຫັນຕົນເອງຢູ່ໃນສານຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງໂດຍບໍ່ມີການເປັນຕົວແທນທາງດ້ານກົດໝາຍ. ກອງທຶນນີ້ແມ່ນມີຄວາມຈໍາເປັນເພື່ອໃຫ້ຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງມີຊັບພະຍາກອນທີ່ເຫມາະສົມແລະເຄື່ອງມືທີ່ເຂົາເຈົ້າຕ້ອງການເພື່ອຢູ່ໃນຊຸມຊົນຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ, ໂດຍບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງວ່າພວກເຂົາສາມາດຈ່າຍທະນາຍຄວາມໄດ້. . ຂະຫຍາຍການມີສິດໄດ້ຮັບຜົນປະໂຫຍດການຫວ່າງງານ: ດ້ວຍວິກິດການເສດຖະກິດທີ່ໃຫຍ່ທີ່ສຸດໃນປະຫວັດສາດທີ່ເກີດຂື້ນ, ຄົນງານທີ່ບໍ່ມີເອກະສານແມ່ນສົມຄວນໄດ້ຮັບການເຂົ້າເຖິງປະກັນໄພການຫວ່າງງານ. ການຂະຫຍາຍຜົນປະໂຫຍດການຫວ່າງງານໃຫ້ແກ່ທຸກຄົນແມ່ນມີຄວາມຈຳເປັນໃນການສະໜັບສະໜູນ ແລະຍົກລະດັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງທັງໝົດ. ປົກປ້ອງຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງທີ່ບໍ່ມີເອກະສານ: ດ້ວຍການຜ່ານ Keep Washington Working ແລະສານເປີດໃຫ້ທຸກຄົນ, ລັດຖະບານຂອງລັດຂອງພວກເຮົາຄວນສືບຕໍ່ຈັດລໍາດັບຄວາມສໍາຄັນຂອງຄວາມປອດໄພຂອງຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທີ່ບໍ່ມີເອກະສານແລະຫຼຸດຜ່ອນອໍານາດແລະການກະທໍາຂອງອົງການບັງຄັບໃຊ້ຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງລັດຖະບານກາງ. ນີ້ລວມມີການສືບຕໍ່ຢຸດຕິການຮ່ວມມືທີ່ບໍ່ເໝາະສົມລະຫວ່າງບັນດາອົງການຂອງລັດຖະບານ ແລະ ໜ່ວຍງານບັງຄັບໃຊ້ຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ, ເພີ່ມອຳນາດ ແລະ ຄວາມຖີ່ຂອງການໃຫ້ອະໄພຍະໂທດ, ແລະການຢຸດຕິສູນກັກຂັງເພື່ອຜົນກຳໄລ. 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? 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ພາລະກິດຂອງພວກເຮົາ 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

General Election Ballot Initiatives There were four important ballot initiatives in the November 5th General Election, APIC encouraged a NO vote on all four. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Initative 2109 Did not pass: 64.11% to 35.89% 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Initiative 2117 Did not pass: 61.96% to 38.04% 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Initiative I-2124 Did not pass: 55.46% to 44.54% 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Initiative I-2066 Passed: 51.7% to 48.3% 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຕົວຕິດຕາມບັນຊີລາຍການນິຕິບັນຍັດ ກອງປະຊຸມສະພານິຕິບັນຍັດປີ 2022 ຈົບລົງແລ້ວ! ຮ່າງກົດໝາຍໃດໆທີ່ບໍ່ໄດ້ຜ່ານໃນປີນີ້, ຈະຕ້ອງຖືກສະເໜີຄືນໃນກອງປະຊຸມຄັ້ງຕໍ່ໄປ (2023) ແລະຈະມີຕົວເລກບັນຊີລາຍການໃໝ່. Legislative Priorities ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass HB 1445 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. SB 5109 HB 1095 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. SB 5135 HB 1087 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ $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 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. Capital Projects ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ $5,000,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ $432,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ $225,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ $25,000 was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ No funding was allocated from the Capital Budget 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. Additional Policies We Support ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 SB 5890 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. SB 5882 HB 1960 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ 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 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ HB 2368 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ HB 2209 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. Signed by the Governor, Effective date 6/6/2024 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ 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 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. HB 1932 Did not pass ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass HB 1579 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass SB 6314 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. SB 6014 HB 2180 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. HB 2174 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ HB 2058 Did not pass 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. HB 2030 ຄວາມສະເໝີພາບດ້ານສຸຂະພາບສຳລັບຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ Did not pass 12.131 ລ້ານໂດລາ ໄດ້ຖືກຈັດສັນຢູ່ໃນງົບປະມານເພີ່ມເຕີມເພື່ອເປີດຕົວໂຄງການຄຸ້ມຄອງສຸຂະພາບສໍາລັບຊາວວໍຊິງຕັນທັງຫມົດ (ບໍ່ຄໍານຶງເຖິງສະຖານະຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າ) ເລີ່ມແຕ່ປີ 2024. HB 1075 SB 5249 To view the outcomes of APIC's 2023 legislative session, view the final report here .

ພາລະກິດຂອງພວກເຮົາ APIC-South Puget Sound ມຸ່ງໝັ້ນທີ່ຈະສະເໜີຊັບພະຍາກອນທີ່ສາມາດເຂົ້າເຖິງໄດ້ແກ່ຊຸມຊົນຊາວເກາະເອເຊຍ ແລະປາຊີຟິກ. ຂ້າງລຸ່ມນີ້ເຈົ້າຈະພົບເຫັນຊັບພະຍາກອນກ່ຽວກັບການເຂົ້າເມືອງ, ຄວາມໝັ້ນຄົງດ້ານສະບຽງອາຫານ, ການລົງທະບຽນຜູ້ລົງຄະແນນ ແລະອື່ນໆອີກ. ພວກເຮົາກຳລັງເຮັດວຽກເພື່ອສະໜອງແຫຼ່ງພາສາທີ່ເຂົ້າເຖິງໄດ້ຫຼາຍຂຶ້ນ ແລະຈະອັບເດດໜ້ານີ້ເມື່ອວຽກງານຂອງພວກເຮົາຍັງສືບຕໍ່. Asian Americans Advancing Justice: ສິດທິຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ, ການໂຄສະນາທາງດ້ານກົດໝາຍ, ສິດລົງຄະແນນສຽງ, ແລະໂຄງການຍຸຕິທຳເຊື້ອຊາດ ພັນທະມິດແຮງງານອາຊີປາຊີຟິກອາເມລິກາ (APALA): ໃຫ້ ການສຶກສາທາງດ້ານການເມືອງ, ໂຄງການລົງທະບຽນຜູ້ລົງຄະແນນ, ແລະການຝຶກອົບຮົມພາຍໃນການເຄື່ອນໄຫວແຮງງານ. ຄວາມຍຸຕິທຳຂອງ APA: ຜູ້ສະໜັບສະໜຸນການຕໍ່ຕ້ານການລັກລອບເຊື້ອຊາດຜິວພັນຂອງຊາວອາເມຣິກັນປາຊີຟິກ APIAVote: ໂຄງການພາສາທີ່ເຂົ້າເຖິງໄດ້ກ່ຽວກັບການລົງຄະແນນສຽງ, ການມີສ່ວນຮ່ວມຂອງພົນລະເມືອງ ແລະ ການພັດທະນາໄວໜຸ່ມ United Chinese Americans: ສົ່ງເສີມການມີສ່ວນຮ່ວມຂອງພົນລະເມືອງ, ການມີສ່ວນຮ່ວມທາງດ້ານການເມືອງ, ການສຶກສາຂອງຊາວໜຸ່ມ, ແລະ ການອະນຸລັກມໍລະດົກ ແລະ ວັດທະນະທໍາ

ການເຜີຍແຜ່ຊຸມຊົນ Resumen Si es un inmigrante que reside en el estado de Washington, tiene al menos 18 años de edad, no es elegible para recibir fondos federales de estímulo económico o seguro por desempleo debido a su estatus inmigratorio, y tiene dificultades debido a la pandemia del Coronavirus, puede aplicar para el Fondo de Asistencia Debido al Coronavirus para Inmigrantes de Washington. Si su aplicación es aprobada, podría recibir un pago de, por lo menos, $1,000. No se trata de un préstamo y no tendrá que devolver este dinero. Su información está segura y protegida: no se compartirá nunca intencionalmente con el gobierno o con Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE). La regla de carga pública no se debe aplicar a este fondo. Puede aplicar u obtener ayuda para la aplicación en muchos idiomas. El plazo para aplicar comienza el 19 de septiembre de 2022 y termina el 14 de noviembre de 2022. Aplicar es siempre gratuito. Para aplicar, visite www.inmigrantesenwashington.org . Si desea obtener ayuda gratuita para su aplicación, puede ponerse en contacto con una de las organizaciones comunitarias que aparecen en la lista del sitio web, o llamar al 844-620-1999. Para aplicar

ຕົວຕິດຕາມບັນຊີລາຍການນິຕິບັນຍັດ ສະພານິຕິບັນຍັດວໍຊິງຕັນໄດ້ຜ່ານ ງົບປະມານປະຕິບັດການ 2021-2023 ໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ 2021 ງົບປະມານແຫ່ງລັດ 2021-2023 ໃນວັນທີ 26 ເດືອນເມສາປີ 2021 _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58 ຕື້ໂດລາໃນລັດ COVID-19. ການປະຕິບັດທີ່ເຫມາະສົມແລະຫົວຂໍ້ອື່ນໆ SB 5092 ການຈັດສັນງົບປະມານ ເຮັດໃຫ້ການປະຕິບັດການອະນຸມັດງົບປະມານປີ 2021-2023 ປີ 2021-2023. ສະຖານະ : ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະ ສະພາສູງ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5237 Fairstart Bill ຂະຫຍາຍໂຄງການການເບິ່ງແຍງເດັກທີ່ສາມາດເຂົ້າເຖິງໄດ້, ລາຄາບໍ່ແພງ ແລະ ການພັດທະນາໄວເດັກ. ສະຖານະ : ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະວຽງຈັນຝົນ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5115 ກົດໝາຍວ່າດ້ວຍມາດຕະຖານແຮງງານສຸກເສີນດ້ານສຸຂະພາບ ການສ້າງມາດຕະຖານແຮງງານສຸກເສີນດ້ານສຸຂະພາບ. ສະຖານະ : ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະ ສະພາສູງ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5141 ສະພາບແວດລ້ອມທີ່ມີສຸຂະພາບດີສຳລັບທຸກຄົນ (HEAL) ປະຕິບັດຂໍ້ສະເໜີແນະຂອງຄະນະກຳມະການຍຸຕິທຳດ້ານສິ່ງແວດລ້ອມ. ສະຖານະ : ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະວຽງຈັນຝົນ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1129 ໃບອະນຸຍາດການແພດສາກົນ Grads ກ່ຽວກັບການອອກໃບອະນຸຍາດຂອງນັກຮຽນຈົບການແພດສາກົນ ສະຖານະ: ມອບໃຫ້ເຈົ້າແຂວງເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 20 ເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1372 ຮູບປັ້ນ Billy Frank Jr ການປ່ຽນຮູບປັ້ນ Marcus Whitman ໃນຫໍສະໝຸດແຫ່ງຊາດດ້ວຍຮູບປັ້ນ Billy Frank Jr. ສະຖານະ: ເຈົ້າແຂວງໄດ້ລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 14 ເມສານີ້. ວັນທີ 25 ກໍລະກົດ 2021. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ ຕໍາຫລວດ, ສານ, ແລະຄຸກ HB 1090 ຫ້າມຄຸກເພື່ອຜົນກໍາໄລ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບສະຖານທີ່ກັກຂັງເອກະຊົນ, ເພື່ອຜົນກໍາໄລ. ສະຖານະ: ໄດ້ລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໂດຍເຈົ້າແຂວງໃນວັນທີ 14 ເມສາ. Effective ທັນທີ (4/14/2021). ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1072 ການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອທາງດ້ານກົດໝາຍແພ່ງສໍາລັບທຸກຄົນ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ຖອນພຽງແຕ່ຫນຶ່ງໃນຂໍ້ຈໍາກັດກ່ຽວກັບການນໍາໃຊ້ກອງທຶນຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອທາງດ້ານກົດຫມາຍພົນລະເຮືອນ. ສະຖານະ: Passed ໃນ House ແລະ Senate. ໄດ້ຖືກມອບໃຫ້ຫ້ອງວ່າການເຈົ້າແຂວງໃນວັນທີ 13 ເມສານີ້. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1078 ການຟື້ນຟູສິດລົງຄະແນນສຽງສຳລັບຜູ້ຖືກຕັດສິນວ່າດ້ວຍການກະທຳຜິດ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ການຟື້ນຟູສິດມີສິດລົງຄະແນນສຽງສຳລັບທຸກຄົນທີ່ຖືກຕັດສິນລົງໂທດໃນການກະທຳຜິດທີ່ບໍ່ຖືກກັກຂັງທັງໝົດ. ສະຖານະ: ໄດ້ລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໂດຍເຈົ້າແຂວງໃນວັນທີ 7 ເມສາ. ວັນທີ 1 ມັງກອນ 2022 ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1310 ການຍົກເລີກການໃຊ້ກຳລັງ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບການນຳໃຊ້ກຳລັງທີ່ອະນຸຍາດໃຫ້ເຈົ້າໜ້າທີ່ປະຕິບັດກົດໝາຍ ແລະ ແກ້ໄຂ. ສະຖານະ: ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະວຽງຈັນຝົນ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5051 ການກວດກາ ແລະຄວາມຮັບຜິດຊອບຂອງຕຳຫຼວດ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບການຕິດຕາມກວດກາຂອງລັດ ແລະ ຄວາມຮັບຜິດຊອບຂອງເຈົ້າໜ້າທີ່ສັນຕິພາບ ແລະ ພະນັກງານແກ້ໄຂ. ສະຖານະ: ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະວຽງຈັນຝົນ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5055 ການຕໍ່ລອງລວມກັນຂອງການບັງຄັບໃຊ້ກົດໝາຍ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບບຸກຄະລາກອນການບັງຄັບໃຊ້ກົດຫມາຍການຕໍ່ລອງລວມ. ສະຖານະ: ໄດ້ລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 7 ເມສາ. ວັນທີ 25 ກໍລະກົດ 2021. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5066 ໜ້າທີ່ຂອງເຈົ້າໜ້າທີ່ຕຳຫຼວດ ໃນການແຊກແຊງ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບໜ້າທີ່ຂອງເຈົ້າໜ້າທີ່ສັນຕິພາບ ທີ່ຈະແຊກແຊງ. ສະຖານະ: ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະວຽງຈັນຝົນ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 1267 ການສືບສວນຄະດີອາຍາເອກະລາດ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບການສືບສວນສອບສວນ ອາດຊະຍາກຳທີ່ເກີດຈາກການໃຊ້ກຳລັງຕຳຫຼວດ... ສະຖານະ: ສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ເຈົ້າຄອງ to ໄດ້ຮັບການລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 22 ເມສາ. to ໄດ້ຮັບການລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 22 ເມສາ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1054 ຍຸດທະວິທີຕຳຫຼວດ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ການສ້າງຕັ້ງຂໍ້ກໍານົດສໍາລັບຍຸດທະສາດແລະອຸປະກອນການນໍາໃຊ້ໂດຍເຈົ້າຫນ້າທີ່ສັນຕິພາບ. ສະຖານະ: ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະວຽງຈັນຝົນ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5263 ຄວາມຮັບຜິດຊອບຂອງຕໍາຫຼວດ: ສິດສໍາລັບຜູ້ຖືກເຄາະຮ້າຍເສຍຊີວິດທີ່ບໍ່ຖືກຕ້ອງ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບການປ້ອງກັນການບາດເຈັບແລະການປະຕິບັດການເສຍຊີວິດທີ່ຜິດພາດທີ່ຜູ້ທີ່ໄດ້ຮັບບາດເຈັບ / ຂ້າພະເຈົ້າໄດ້ກະທໍາຄວາມອາຍາ. ສະຖານະ: ມອບໃຫ້ເຈົ້າແຂວງເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 20 ເມສາ. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ SB 5226 ລົບລ້າງການປະຕິບັດການໂຈະໃບອະນຸຍາດສໍາລັບການຢູ່ໃນຄວາມທຸກຍາກ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບການໂຈະການອອກໃບອະນຸຍາດສໍາລັບການລະເມີດຈະລາຈອນ. ສະຖານະການ: ຜ່ານໃນເຮືອນແລະສະພາສູງ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1089 ການກວດສອບການປະຕິບັດຕາມຂໍ້ກໍານົດຂອງອົງການບັງຄັບໃຊ້ກົດຫມາຍ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບການກວດສອບການປະຕິບັດຕາມຂໍ້ກໍານົດກ່ຽວກັບເຈົ້າຫນ້າທີ່ສັນຕິພາບແລະອົງການບັງຄັບໃຊ້ກົດຫມາຍ. ສະຖານະ : ສົ່ງ ໄປຫາກົດໝາຍ _cc781905-5cde-31905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ ໄປຫາ _cc781905-5cde-31913-adbb3 ເດືອນເມສາຫາທາງກົດໝາຍ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1088 ການກວດສອບການປະຕິບັດຕາມຂໍ້ກໍານົດຂອງອົງການບັງຄັບໃຊ້ກົດຫມາຍ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ກ່ຽວກັບການເປີດເຜີຍການຟ້ອງຮ້ອງທີ່ອາດເປັນໄປໄດ້. ສະຖານະ : ມອບໃຫ້ເຈົ້າແຂວງເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 20 ເມສາ. ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ ແຮງງານກະສິກອນ ແລະຍຸຕິທຳແຮງງານ SB 5172 ສິດທິຈ່າຍລ່ວງເວລາສໍາລັບພະນັກງານກະສິກໍາ ກ່ຽວກັບການຖອນຄືນຂອງການຮ້ອງຂໍລ່ວງເວລາໃນກໍລະນີພິເສດ ສະຖານະການ: ຜ່ານໃນເຮືອນແລະສະພາສູງ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໃຫ້ the ຜູ້ປົກຄອງ desk ເພື່ອລົງນາມໃນກົດໝາຍໃນວັນທີ 26 ເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1297 ເງິນຄືນການຄືນພາສີຂອງຄອບຄົວທີ່ເຮັດວຽກ ກ່ຽວກັບການຍົກເວັ້ນພາສີຂອງຄອບຄົວທີ່ເຮັດວຽກ. ສະຖານະ : ຜ່ານເຂົ້າສະພາ ແລະ ສະພາສູງ. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງໄປ the ໂຕະ ຂອງເຈົ້າແຂວງໃນວັນທີ 22 ເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1097 ໃບບິນຄວາມປອດໄພຂອງຜູ້ອອກແຮງງານ ເພີ່ມທະວີການປົກປ້ອງພະນັກງານ. ສະຖານະ: Passed ໃນ House ແລະ Senate. ໄດ້ຖືກສົ່ງກັບໂຕະຂອງເຈົ້າແຂວງໃນວັນທີ 20 ເດືອນເມສາ. ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ HB 1076 ກົດໝາຍວ່າດ້ວຍການປົກປ້ອງຄົນງານ ອະນຸຍາດໃຫ້ຜູ້ແຈ້ງຂ່າວໃຫ້ນຳເອົາການກະທຳໃນນາມຂອງລັດສຳລັບການລະເມີດການປົກປ້ອງບ່ອນເຮັດວຽກ. ສະຖານະ: ເສຍຊີວິດໃນ ສະພາບໍລິຫານກ່ຽວກັບວິທີ ແລະວິທີການ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ ສົ່ງອີເມວຫາຕົວແທນຂອງເຈົ້າ

ພາລະກິດຂອງພວກເຮົາ APIC-South Puget Sound ມຸ່ງໝັ້ນທີ່ຈະສະເໜີຊັບພະຍາກອນທີ່ສາມາດເຂົ້າເຖິງໄດ້ແກ່ຊຸມຊົນຊາວເກາະເອເຊຍ ແລະປາຊີຟິກ. ຂ້າງລຸ່ມນີ້ທ່ານຈະເຫັນຊັບພະຍາກອນກ່ຽວກັບການເຂົ້າເມືອງ, ຄວາມຫມັ້ນຄົງດ້ານສະບຽງອາຫານ, ການລົງທະບຽນຜູ້ລົງຄະແນນສຽງ, ແລະອື່ນໆ. ພວກເຮົາກຳລັງເຮັດວຽກເພື່ອສະໜອງແຫຼ່ງພາສາທີ່ເຂົ້າເຖິງໄດ້ຫຼາຍຂຶ້ນ ແລະຈະອັບເດດໜ້ານີ້ເມື່ອວຽກງານຂອງພວກເຮົາຍັງສືບຕໍ່. ຊັບພະຍາກອນທົ່ວໄປ ການ ເບິ່ງຄືນຄວາມກ້າວໄປຂ້າງໜ້າ: ຊັບພະຍາກອນການສຶກສາຕ້ານການແບ່ງແຍກເຊື້ອຊາດ ແລະບົດບັນທຶກຊຸມຊົນກ່ຽວກັບການມີສ່ວນຮ່ວມຂອງພົນລະເມືອງ ສະຫະພັນແມ່ຍິງຜູ້ລົງຄະແນນສຽງແຫ່ງຊາດ Thurston County: ຜູ້ສະໜັບສະໜູນການເບິ່ງແຍງສຸຂະພາບທີ່ເປັນທຳ, ການປ່ຽນແປງດິນຟ້າອາກາດ, ການເລືອກຕັ້ງ ແລະການໂຄສະນາຫາສຽງ, ການປະຕິຮູບດ້ານການເງິນ, ການນຳໃຊ້ທີ່ດິນ ແລະການສຶກສາ. ການ ເສີມສ້າງພັນທະມິດ Sanctuary: ພັນ ທະມິດ Olympia ສະໜອງສິດທິຄົນເຂົ້າເມືອງ, ສິດທິຄົນງານກະສິກຳ ແລະ ຊັບພະຍາກອນ COVID-19. ກວດເບິ່ງທີ່ນີ້ ສໍາລັບການອັບເດດຫຼ້າສຸດກ່ຽວກັບ ນະໂຍບາຍການເຂົ້າເມືອງຂອງ i. ກຸ່ມຊົນເຜົ່າ ແລະສາສະໜາ CIELO (Latinx ບໍ່ຫວັງຜົນກຳໄລ) ສະມາຄົມແມ່ຍິງ Chuukese WA ທໍາອິດ ສູນອິດສະລາມຂອງໂອລິມເປຍ Olympia ສະຫະພັນພົນລະເມືອງຍີ່ປຸ່ນອາເມລິກາ ສະມາຄົມແມ່ຍິງ Marshallese ສະມາຄົມຈີນເຂດໂອລິມປິກ ບົດລາຍງານວຽກງານອາຊີປາຊີຟິກຂອງອາເມລິກາ 2020 ໝາຍເຫດ: ຂໍ້ມູນນີ້ແມ່ນມາຈາກປີ 2019 ແລະ ຮວມເຖິງຊັບພະຍາກອນ APA ທ້ອງຖິ່ນ, ທຸລະກິດ, ສະຖິຕິ ແລະແຜນການສຳລັບອະນາຄົດ.

ເປົ້າໝາຍນະໂຍບາຍຂອງພວກເຮົາ 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.

ການເຜີຍແຜ່ຊຸມຊົນ 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.