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我们的任务 南普吉特湾亚太岛民联盟 (APIC SPS) 是一个无党派联盟，旨在促进公平获得具有文化能力和语言能力的健康和人类服务、小企业的经济发展、公民和人权、平等接受教育以及 API 的其他问题.我们鼓励和促进亚裔太平洋岛民 (AAPI) 在选举和公共政策过程中的公民参与。 接触 如有任何问题，请联系联合主席/项目总监：Lin Crowley，@ lincrowley @gmail.com，或联合主席 Brian Lock @brian_lock@comcast.net & apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com。 Our Mission The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) is a statewide network of community organizations dedicated to racial and economic justice for all Asians and Pacific Islanders in solidarity with Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities. The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) 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 Our Values 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.

我们的政策目标 Dedication. Expertise. Passion. Our Board of Directors is a dedicated group of individuals committed to advancing equity and resource accessibility in our community. Each member brings a unique perspective and a wealth of experience from various backgrounds, ensuring that our organization reflects the diverse of the communities we serve. Together, we strive to create impactful programs and initiatives that empower and uplift individuals and families in our region. We believe in fostering collaboration and inclusivity, working hand in hand to build a brighter future for all. Art Director Ashley Jones info@mysite.com 123-456-7890 Tech Lead Don Francis info@mysite.com 123-456-7890 Product Manager Alexa Young info@mysite.com 123-456-7890 Product Designer Robert Rose info@mysite.com 123-456-7890 Customer Support Lead Kevin Nye info@mysite.com 123-456-7890 HR Lead Lisa Driver info@mysite.com 123-456-7890

社区外展 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 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.

亚太岛民联盟 Home: Who We Are 我们是谁 亚太岛民联盟-南普吉特海湾分会是华盛顿亚太岛民联盟 (APIC-WA) 的一部分。我们致力于通过倡导以下方式促进公平： 具有文化能力和语言可及性的健康和人类服务 小企业的经济发展 公民权利和人权 平等接受教育 以及亚太裔美国人的许多其他问题，包括移民、难民和华盛顿州南普吉特海湾地区的公民 我们所做的 宣传和公民参与 我们在这里，我们计数，我们投票 学到更多 公民援助 一步一步来 学到更多 社区外展 帮助社区 学到更多 Home: What We Do Look out for our events! Visit our event page 我们将包括移民、难民和公民在内的亚太裔美国人聚集在一起，利用我们的集体力量为 我们的社区赋权和倡导。

COVID-19 救济 WA Health Plan Expansion for DACA Recipients People with certain immigration statuses now qualify for more savings Due to a recent federal change , Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and other people with qualifying immigration statuses can now access increased federal savings through Washington HealthplanfinderTM as of Nov. 1, 2024. These savings significantly lower costs for most — many customers can find a health plan for less than $10 per month. Who qualifies? Immigration statuses include: DACA recipients Valid nonimmigrant visa-holders People with a pending application for adjustment of status People granted employment authorization Family Unity Program beneficiaries Special Immigrant Juveniles with approved petitions Certain asylum applicants under age 14 How can someone get their new savings? Any household member affected by the recent change needs to select “Yes” to the question, “Is this household member lawfully present in the U.S.?” in their Washington Healthplanfinder application. Those who may be affected (current customers and people who recently applied to Washington Healthplanfinder) were notified of the change in their preferred language. Assisters are also reaching out to people with qualified statuses who they previously helped. DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-0 DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-1 DACA+_Savings_Fact_Sheet_101124-images-0 1/2 To sign up for coverage or update an existing application: Contact a trained, trusted local assister by visiting Washington Healthplanfinder’s “Support in Your Area” page to find help. Call Washington Healthplanfinder’s Customer Support Center at 1-855-923-4633 (TTY/TDD: 1-855-627-9604). Language assistance is available in more than 200 languages. Go online; visit wahealthplanfinder.org . When does someone need to act to get these savings? People who sign-up or update their application by Oct. 15, will have coverage with the additional savings starting Nov. 1. If they act by Nov. 15, coverage with the additional savings will start Dec. 1. An existing special enrollment period is available for people who gain citizenship/lawfully presence. (Enter 11/1/2024, as date gained.) People can also sign up or update their application during open-enrollment (Nov. 1–Jan. 15). People who sign up or update their application by Dec. 15 will have coverage with the additional savings starting Jan. 1. People who sign up or update their application by Jan. 15, will have coverage with the additional savings starting Feb. 1. Visit WA Health Plan Finder Request a Clinic for your Community Read About the DACA Updates Quarterly Health Updates For more information What has changed with Medicaid? Medicaid has provided vital health care to over 80 million Americans, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and many within our AANHPI communities. In Washington State alone, nearly 2 million people rely on Apple Health (the state's Medicaid program). On July 4th, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed, cutting almost $1 trillion from Medicaid. The Bill also curtails provider taxes, meaning states have to make a difficult choice: make cuts to other services (such as education) or raise taxes, or make even deeper cuts to Medicaid. Governor Ferguson's office estimates at least 250,000 Washingtonians will lose Medicaid Coverage . Read the Health Care Authority report below for more information. Read about Medicaid changes Programs to Help with Cash, Food, and Housing Someone in your family may be eligible for the following resources, offered by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS): Cash, Food & Medical Assistance Temporary Assistance for Needy Families You can apply to these DSHS programs online via Washington Connections, by phone at (877) 501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. If you applied online, your next step would be completing an interview either via phone at 877-501-2233, or in person at your local Community Services Office. To get help in a language other than English, you should call (800) 797-0617, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. If you get a recording, please leave a message with your phone number and the language you speak and they will call you back with an interpreter. 获得我们的助推器以改善健康 COVID-19 Updates For the latest information on the available COVID vaccine clinics for Thurston County visit: The Department of Health's website to sign up for a vaccine appointment The Thurston County Public Health's website The Thurston County Public Health's Facebook The Department of Health's Covid-19 website AANHPI language vaccine videos presented by Crossing TV Washington Department of Health: Vietnamese Washington Department of Health: Tagalog Washington Department of Health: Japanese 口服治疗 滑动浏览更多语言！ 1/5 基于语言的 Covid 资源和建议 随着 COVID-19 指南的变化，卫生部正在积极努力将更新的内容翻译成 40 种语言（包括许多 AANHPI）。 访问翻译版本： 访问 https://doh.wa.gov/emergencies/covid-19/resources-and-recommendations 找到屏幕右上角的棕色矩形，该矩形以页面的当前语言为特色，并带有一个指示下拉菜单的箭头。 从下拉菜单中选择箭头和您的首选语言。 以所选语言提供的翻译后的 COVID-19 指南将填充页面。 DOH released 本周以下文件的翻译版本，可在 DOH 网站上找到： 非医疗保健机构和公众的症状决策树 (PDF) 如果您可能接触到 COVID-19 患者该怎么办 (PDF) 如果您的 COVID-19 检测呈阳性该怎么办 (PDF) 面向父母和监护人的基于语言的 COVID 儿科疫苗资源 资源有以下语言版本： English , Spanish , Amharic , Arabic , Chinese ,_cc781905-5cde- 3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Hmong , Japanese , Korean , Lao ,S omali , Vietnamese ,_cc781905-5cde-3194 -bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Hindi , Nepali , Punjabi, Tamil , Telugu , 乌尔都语 , 泰语 这是社区生成的有关 COVID 儿科疫苗和一些一般 COVID 疫苗信息的信息列表。请注意，链接由社区成员共享，未经审核翻译准确性，请谨慎选择提供给家庭的资源。 在此处查看资源 COVID-19 对亚洲人的影响和注意事项 亚裔美国人 COVID-19 经验报告 by 纽约大学亚裔美国人健康研究中心 (CSAAH) 教育、交流和外展资源 华盛顿州亚太裔美国人事务委员会 COVID-19 资源 COVID-19 Resources in Vietnamese by PIVOT : Viet Fact Check and VietCOVID.org . SEARAC COVID-19 越南语资源 由东南亚资源行动中心 (SEARAC) 编译。 苗族 COVID-19 疫苗交流工具包：Cov Qauv Lus Siv Tau Rau Tej Pej Xeem Zej Zog thiab Koom Haum Kev Ntseeg 东南亚侨民 COVID-19 资源中心 亚太岛民联盟倡导共同资源 COVID-19 疫苗 PSA 尼泊尔西雅图协会 . 尼泊尔西雅图协会的视频公共服务公告鼓励接种疫苗 对于难民和移民社区 为移民和难民建立对 COVID-19 疫苗信心的讨论指南 (PDF) 国家难民、移民和移民社区资源中心翻译资源图书馆 COVID-19 疫苗 101 网络研讨会：为与难民、移民和移民社区合作的人员提供指导 Kanon 杂志在第 50-51 页上与值得信赖的宗教社区领袖和华盛顿大学分子和细胞生物学博士候选人安德烈·舒瓦里科夫 (Andrey Shuvarikov) 一起查看有关 COVID-19 相关疫苗主题和犹豫的俄罗斯问答。 来自受人尊敬的社区成员 Tara Jones 博士的标题 Avval 文章 | 波斯语 | 英语 推荐和资源页面（按 36 多种语言过滤） 华盛顿团结移民网络 COVID-19 疫苗了解您的权利 (PPTX)（社交媒体帖子） 华盛顿团结移民网络 COVID-19 疫苗了解您的权利一页纸 (PDF) | 西班牙语 Somali Health Board – COVID-19 Hub | Somali | English

我们的任务 亚太岛民联盟 (APIC) 是一个全州社区组织网络，致力于为所有亚洲和太平洋岛民提供种族和经济正义，声援黑人、棕色和土著社区。 亚太岛民联盟 (APIC) 是在 1996 年福利改革法案显着影响并降低了非公民获得公共援助计划的联邦资格之后成立的。在认识到需要集体发声来倡导在外国出生的亚洲和太平洋岛民 (API) 的权利和平等之后，APIC 开始游说华盛顿州立法机构解决联邦立法造成的差距。在这一遗产的基础上，每年来自金县、皮尔斯县、斯诺霍米什县、亚基马县和斯波坎县和南普吉特海湾的 APIC 分会都会聚集来自华盛顿州的移民、难民和公民，与州长、州代表和州参议员会面，以倡导对于对我们社区影响最大的问题 我们的联合主席 林克劳利 lincrowley@gmail.com 布赖恩洛克 brian_locke@comcast.net

我们的政策目标 今年 APIC 认为，以下政策议程将成为改善华盛顿州 API 社区生活不可或缺的一部分： 维持 LEP 途径的资金 有限英语能力 (LEP) 途径的主要目标是通过工作培训、英语作为第二语言 (ESL) 课程、工作支持和社会服务来促进难民和移民的经济自给自足。通过维持对 LEP 途径计划的资助，我们可以更好地支持低收入和英语能力有限的移民。 维持归化服务的资金 入籍服务通过协助完成 USCIS N-400 入籍申请和费用减免申请、美国历史和公民课程以及面试准备，帮助难民和移民（主要是残疾人和老年人）获得公民身份。通过维持对入籍服务的资助，我们可以更好地为我们州的移民和难民服务。 确保和维护 COFA 医疗保健和牙科保险 华盛顿州 COFA 医疗计划为被排除在获得联邦健康福利之外的 COFA 公民提供基本的健康和牙科护理。虽然国会最近通过了立法以恢复 COFA 移民的医疗补助资格，但华盛顿州必须确保在文化和语言实施完成之前提供覆盖。 为华盛顿的无证工人提供救济 在 COVID-19 大流行期间，被排除在现有失业救济金和联邦刺激计划之外的无证华盛顿人受到的打击尤其严重。无论是通过扩大失业资格的临时紧急计划，还是通过华盛顿移民救济基金提供更广泛的资金，所有工人都应该得到救济，无论其移民身份如何。 制定恢复退税 ，工作家庭税收抵免的更新版本 恢复回扣将把现金返还到低收入人群的口袋里，包括被不公正地排除在其他联邦税收优惠之外的移民工人。针对低收入家庭的现金刺激措施也将确保福利针对受华盛顿累退税法影响最大的家庭。 此外，除了我们的立法优先事项，APIC 一直通过资本项目提高对我们社区的投资需求。今年，我们正在寻求以下资本项目的支持： 亚太文化中心 老挝文化中心联合社区 航空航天局 我们将在稍后更新此网站，提供捐赠链接。 APIC 政策重点 了解 APIC 在移民改革、LGBTQ+ 倡导、教育改革和 COVID-19 措施方面的立场。

我们的任务 南普吉特湾亚太岛民联盟 (APIC SPS) 是一个无党派联盟，旨在促进公平获得具有文化能力和语言能力的健康和人类服务、小企业的经济发展、公民和人权、平等接受教育以及 API 的其他问题.我们鼓励和促进亚裔太平洋岛民 (AAPI) 在选举和公共政策过程中的公民参与。 接触 如有任何问题，请联系联合主席/项目总监：Lin Crowley，@ lincrowley @gmail.com，或联合主席 Brian Lock @brian_lock@comcast.net & apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com。 Our Mission The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) is a statewide network of community organizations dedicated to racial and economic justice for all Asians and Pacific Islanders in solidarity with Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities. The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) 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 Our Values 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.

我们的价值 尊重我们的历史 我们必须保存并从过去中吸取教训。我们庆祝我们独特的故事、成功和奋斗、痛苦和失望。重视我们社区所拥有的代际智慧意味着在代际之间培养有意义的联系。随着我们的不断发展，我们以青年的声音和领导力为中心。 滋养社区 通过文化/精神艺术和文学媒介等媒介为学习、反思和表达创造空间至关重要。我们用爱、同情心和同理心来建立和提升彼此。 对公平和正义的承诺 以受压迫社区的声音和生活经验为中心是第一位的。我们必须承认特权和压迫的交叉点。我们致力于通过反种族主义的视角与白人至上作斗争。 以勇气和热情领导 我们接受差异并倾向于不适。我们庆祝成功并承认失败的智慧。 建模完整性 我们以信任和共识的速度前进。透明度是重中之重。 建立权力和团结 我们的祖先一直与我们同在。我们认识到我们的压迫与我们之前的人的工作是相互关联的。我们的工作立足于土著社区的斗争。

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

消息 Health News Updates 1. Devastating impacts to Medicaid. Kaiser Family Foundation estimates Washington will lose at least $3 billion per year in federal Medicaid dollars each year for the next 10 years. 250,000 Washingtonians will lose Medicaid coverage & to be priced out of the state’s health care exchange. The bill has several provisions directly targeting refugees and other humanitarian entrants, with most groups cut off from Medicaid, Medicare, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Affordable Care Act access starting next year. Read more here. The graphic on the right showcases these statistics and how they will impact children in WA State. 2. All Washingtonians on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will see benefits reduced. 1 million Washingtonians who receive assistance from SNAP will see their benefits reduced under the bill and more than 130,000 Washingtonians could lose benefits. 3. Clean energy investments at risk. The bill passed out of Congress puts at least $8.7 billion in Washington’s clean energy investments at risk. The U.S. Climate Alliance estimates the bill’s removal of wind and solar energy tax credits will raise Washington households’ electricity costs by $115 per year by 2029. The WA State Department of Health has a new website for accessing key information about the DOH's interactions with the federal government. Visit the WA DOH Hub Thurston County commissioners proclaim May 2025 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed May 2025 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, recognizing their cultural contributions and diverse histories throughout the region. Lin Crowley, representing the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, accepted the proclamation during the board’s Tuesday, May 6, meeting and extended an invitation to the public for an upcoming community celebration. “Washington has a very rich and diverse AANHPI (Asian American and Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander) population,” Crowley said “More than 20% of the state identifies as AANHPI, and these communities have played vital roles in shaping the history and culture of our state.” Read the Full Article Washington Apple Health Expanding Coverage Washington Apple Health has expanded coverage to Washingtonians (including undocumented individuals)! 🌐The application for the expanded coverage has closed, but you can still apply via https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/ for the opportunity to be randomly selected to enroll if space opens. Visit the website for more eligibility information or call the following phone numbers depending on your age: If you are between 19-64 years old call 1-855-923-4633 If you are 65+ years old call 1-877-501-2233 Call or check their website for more information! 过去的通讯 July 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024 July 2024 June 2024 May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 2022 年 5 月 2022 年 4 月 2022 年 3 月 2022 年 2 月 2022 年 1 月 2021 年 11 月 2021 年 10 月 2021 年 9 月 2021 年 8 月 2021 年 7 月 2021 年 5 月 2021 年 4 月 2021 年 1 月至 3 月 2020 年 12 月 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 February 2022 January 2022 November 2021 October 2021 September 2021 August 2021 July 2021 May 2021 April 2021 January-March 2021 December 2020

社区外展 2024 AA NHPI Heritage Month Thank you to all who came out to our May 11, 2024 AANHPI Heritage Month celebration event. We would like to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation again to our partner City of Olympia Parks staff Olivia and Rachael, our co-sponsors South Puget Sound Community College, APCC, Lacey Parks and Recreation, and all the performers, resource and information table hosts, and food and arts and craft vendors who participated in the event. Your participation added so much to our celebration! We are very grateful to the city and county elected officials, my co-Master of Ceremonies, our wonderful team of interns and support staff, and all the planning committee members and volunteers who helped make this event possible!! We know this event's success could not have happened without you--so THANK YOU!! May 20th 2023: AANHPI Heritage Celebration The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia, invited all to join us in celebration of Asian Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. We had food vendors, performances, and free activities for the entire family. Race Dialogue: Change the Dynamics—What's Power Got to do With it Thank you to everyone who participated in our annual race dialogue "Change the dynamics--what's Power got to do with it " on March 16, 2024. We examined and discussed race relations and racism and how we can work together to achieve justice in our community. View some snapshots of the event! race dialogue flyer race dialogue flyer 1/8 Previous Race Dialogues 南普吉特湾亚太岛民联盟与瑟斯顿县女性选民联盟、Heartsparkle Players、Window Seat Media、华盛顿州亚太裔美国人事务委员会、南普吉特湾社区基金会、加强保护区联盟以及South Sound 多元文化服务中心于 2022 年 3 月 26 日举办了这场种族对话。 这次对话的目的是讨论与学校到监狱管道有关的教育和刑事法律制度。非常感谢我们的演讲者 Liezl Tomas Rebugio 和 Reiko Callner. 文化工作坊 APIC-SPS 在每个月的第二个星期六举办文化研讨会。转到我们的活动选项卡以获取有关下一个活动的信息！