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EVENEMANG AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration 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, invite all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. We will have food vendors, performances, and activities for the entire family. The mission of this event is to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. This event is free and open to all. Event Day: May 24, 2025 from 11 am - 4 pm Event Day Address: House of Welcomes'gʷi gʷi ʔ altxʷ: House of Welcome (The Evergreen State College Longhouse), 2800 Dogtooth Ln NW, Olympia, WA 98505 Register as a vendor, resource table, performer, or vounteer! The links to get involved are in the poster or you can click the button below to learn more. Learn More Thurston Forward: A DEI Summit for Progress Saturday, May 10, 2025 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM PT SPSCC Lacey Campus, 4220 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503 Join us on May 10th from 9 AM-3:30 PM at SPSCC for a FREE DEI Summit! This event will be in-person and is designed to foster collaborative action among community leaders and individuals who are passionate about making a difference. We invote 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 is an opportunity to engage with others who share a vision for a more inclusive, equitable, and just community. Register Race Dialogue Our 6th annual Race Dialogue was held on March 29th, 2025. The goal of this dialogue was to inform us how racism hurts us all, and how we can be effective allies to each other. We aim to empower everyone with the tools needed to have uncomfortable yet constructive conversations in the context of their own unique lived experiences within their communities. This is an opportunity to form collaborations with other like-minded organizations and individuals. We were joined by speakers: Golden Neal, Fernando Mejia Ledesma, Denise Miño, and Kristin Ang. Citizenship Applications Assitance Clinics APIC SPS partnered with OneAmerica and other local organizations to offer a Citizenship Clinic on March 15! This event was open to legal permanent residents/Green Card holders who wanted to take the next step and become a US citizen. Please note that in order to participate as an applicant, the person must have called or texted in advance to register. The number to call or text was (206) 926-3924 . To learn more about OneAmerica, visit their website here. English WNA volunteer flyer 3-15-2-25 (1) Spanish English 1/7 Free Tax Prep Locations Anyone with a social security number or ITIN can register for a free tax prep! Call 360-347-6276 and leave a message, schedule online at taxaidewa20.org/online OR visit any of the sites during open hours (walk-in appointments are limited). Schedule Online APIC Democracy Summit APIC's Democracy Summit happened on Friday, September 27th, 2024 at the Tacoma Dome. Every four years, the Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of Washington holds a Democracy Summit with the goal of encouraging and promoting culturally meaningful and holistic civic engagement in our communities, and creating a space for our communities to collectivize around the issues that matter most to us. The summit is an opportunity for our culturally, linguistically, and geographically diverse AANHPI communities to come together and make sure our elected officials or candidates see, hear, and understand our collective power. Watch our highlights in the videos below! 2024 Democracy Summit 2024 Democracy Summit Spela video Dela Hela kanalen Detta videoklipp Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Kopiera länk Länk kopierad Sök videoklipp... Nu spelas (Candidate Forum) APIC Democracy Summit 2024 24:25 Spela video Nu spelas ((Full)) APIC Democracy Summit 2024 03:50:51 Spela video Nu spelas (Highlights) APIC Democracy Summit 2024 15:32 Spela video Bridging Divides Through Effective Communication 2024's leadership development event, "Bridging Divides Through Effective Communication," was held on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 at the Lacey Community Meeting Room . This event focused on enhancing communication skills, fostering understanding across diverse groups, and developing more leadership skills that can bridge divides and inspire unity. Keep your eye out for our 2025 Leadership Event coming up this year! View the Recording Here

Nyheter APIC SPS Community Engagement Internship APIC SPS is seeking an intern for 2025-26. We are looking for undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent graduates who can demonstrate that they seek to gain hands-on experience in grassroots community engagement and development within a community organization. The APIC SPS Internship Program strives to encourage and cultivate young AANHPI student leaders to explore a career in the public service, public policy, community, or related sectors. This internship program will also provide hands-on experience and training on how to organize and implement community and civic engagement activities to increase the participation of AANHPIs in community engagement and public policy process. Intern(s) report to the Program Director. For 2025-26, we are offering this paid Community Engagement Internship. If you are interested in remote, unpaid internships throughout the year, please apply as well. Deadline : May 19, 2025, or until filled. Paid intern receives a total stipend of $11,000 between June 2025 and May, 2026, or approximately $1000 monthly. The internship time frame may be negotiated with the Program Director and per contract. Works will be assigned by the Program Director of APIC SPS and will be an average of 12 hours weekly, at $20 hourly, or 50 hours monthly. Learn More 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! Tidigare nyhetsbrev 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 maj 2022 april 2022 mars 2022 februari 2022 januari 2022 november 2021 oktober 2021 september 2021 augusti 2021 juli 2021 maj 2021 april 2021 Januari-mars 2021 december 2020 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 February 2022 January 2022 November 2021 October 2021 September 2021 August 2021 July 2021 May 2021 April 2021 January-March 2021 December 2020

EVENEMANG Register Policies Contact Us May 24, 2025 from 11 am - 4 pm at Evergreen State College Longhouse AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration Vendors and Performers 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, invite all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. The mission of this event is to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. This event is free and open to all. Look at the vendors, performances, and activities we had at the event in 2024! Application Deadline: April 21, 2025 Vendor, Resource, Volunteer, and Program Applications Arts and Crafts Vendor The AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration showcases all types of handmade arts and activities! Show and sell your handmade products with us this year! Register Resource and Info Tables Are you with a non-profit organization that wants to reach a broader audience? Find out how we can collaborate by hosting a resource and information table. Register Workshops Let's celebrate our heritage by learning about various cultures and traditions! Ready to host a workshop at the event? Register here if you're interested in teaching attendees through crafts, art, and more! Register Food Vendor Want to share your delicious cultural or ethnic foods with our attendees? Sign up here! Register Program or Performance Are you excited to showcase your talents and activities with an engaged audience? This event may be perfect for you! Please join us! Register Volunteer Want to help create an unforgettable event for our AANHPI community? Help as a volunteer on the day of our event with a flexible schedule! You can choose if you want to help with logistics, stage coordination, or more! Register Vendor Applications Vendor Policies Set Up Approved applicants will get detailed information for set-up prior to the event. Set up times will be the day of. A table and chairs will be provided based on your application. Vendors are responsible for other furnishings (tablecloth, additional chairs, display, etc.). See the online registration form for more pricing information. Electricity Limited electricity is available upon request. Please bring your own extension cord. Extension cords are not available for rent or purchase on site. Vendor Policies Contact Us Do you have questions about becoming a vendor or performer? Fill out the form below or contact us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com . Contact Us Tack för att du skickade in! Skicka in

EVENEMANG Join us this May as we share 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, invite all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. We will have food vendors, performances, and activities for the entire family. The mission of this event is to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. This event is free and open to all. Event Day: May 24, 2025 from 11 am - 4 pm Event Day Address: House of Welcomes'gʷi gʷi ʔ altxʷ: House of Welcome (The Evergreen State College Longhouse), 2800 Dogtooth Ln NW, Olympia, WA 98505 Contact us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com Getting to the AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration Whether you are coming from the north (Seattle, SeaTac Airport) or south (Portland): Take I-5 to Exit 104 and follow Highway 101 to the third exit (The Evergreen State College). Travel two miles on the Evergreen Parkway to the main campus entrance on your left. Parking is free and does not require a permit. Disabled Parking (DP) areas are noted on campus maps. You can park at the B or C parking lot. The walk to the House of Welcome will take 7-8 minutes. Intercity Transit buses run regularly to Evergreen from across Thurston County. Visit the Intercity Transit website for bus routes, schedules, and other transportation options. 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, 2025. 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.

ASIAN STILLA STILLA ÖBARKOALITIONEN-SPS Home: Who We Are VILKA VI ÄR Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition-South Puget Sound Chapter är en del av Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition of Washington (APIC-WA). Vi är dedikerade till att främja rättvisa genom att förespråka för: Kulturellt kompetenta och språkligt tillgängliga hälso- och mänskliga tjänster Ekonomisk utveckling för småföretag Medborgerliga och mänskliga rättigheter Lika tillgång till utbildning Och många andra bekymmer för asiatiska Stillahavsamerikaner, inklusive invandrare, flyktingar och medborgare i South Puget Sound-området i Washington State VAD VI GÖR ADVOCACY & CIVIC ENGAGEMENT Vi är här, vi räknar, vi röstar Läs mer MEDBORGARSKAPSSTÖD Ett steg i taget Läs mer GEMENSKAPENS UTRÄCKNING Hjälper samhället Läs mer Home: What We Do Look out for our events! Visit our event page Vi samlar asiatiska Stillahavsamerikaner, inklusive invandrare, flyktingar och medborgare, för att använda vår samlade styrka för att stärka och förespråka för our community.

spårning av lagförslag 2022 års lagstiftande session är över! Alla lagförslag som inte antas i år måste återinföras i nästa session (2023) och kommer att få nya lagförslag. Important dates for the 105-day legislative session: January 13th — First d ay of session February 21st — Policy committee cutoff February 28th —Fiscal committee cutoff March 12th — House of origin cutoff April 2nd — Policy Committee Cutoff - Opposite House April 8th — Fiscal Committee Cutoff - Opposite House April 16th — Opposite House Cutoff April 27th — Last day of session May 20th — Last day for Governor to take action Legislative Priorities Jämställd hälsa för invandrare Status as of 3/12: Did not pass 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Add Your Name to the Letter Campaign HB 1482 Send a Comment The Health Equity for Immigrants Campaign is calling on the Washington State Legislature to codify the Apple Health Expansion in statute through legislation. This will ensure that the roughly 12,000 people who are now accessing health insurance through the expansion will not lose access, and will allocate sufficient funds to allow 35,000 low-income undocumented Washingtonians to use the Medicaid-like program. Jämställd hälsa för invandrare Status as of 3/12: Did not pass 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 SB 5626 Send a Comment HB 1773 Send a Comment Jämställd hälsa för invandrare Naturalization services help refugees and immigrants, predominantly those who are disabled and elderly, attain citizenship through assistance in completing the USCIS N-400 naturalization application and fee waiver requests, classes in American history and civics, and interview preparation. By maintaining funding for Naturalization services at $3,545,000 in fiscal year 2025 and 2026, we can continue to serve immigrants and refugees in our state. The Limited English Proficient (LEP) Pathways’ primary goal is to promote economic self-sufficiency for refugees and immigrants through job training, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, work support, and social services. By maintaining funding for the LEP Pathways program at $1,774,000, we can better support low-income and limited English speaking immigrants. These program funding sources were cut during the 2008 financial crisis, causing immigrant communities to suffer disproportionately during that time of economic downturn. It is critical that we not repeat this mistake, especially during times of deep anxiety and uncertainty for immigrant communities. Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Capital Projects Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Solidarity Agenda Additional Policies We Support Jämställd hälsa för invandrare SB 5768 Status as of 3/17: Senate Rules "X" file 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 SB 5768 Send a Comment HB 1214 Send a Comment Jämställd hälsa för invandrare Status as of 3/12: Did not pass 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Send a Comment SB 5574 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare Status as of 3/12: Did not pass 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 HB 1146 Send a Comment Jämställd hälsa för invandrare Status as of 3/12: Did not pass 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 HB 1319 Send a Comment Jämställd hälsa för invandrare Status as of 3/12: Did not pass 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024 Send a Comment HB 1674 Jämställd hälsa för invandrare 12,131 miljoner dollar anslogs i tilläggsbudgeten för att lansera hälsotäckningsprogram för alla Washingtonbor (oavsett deras immigrationsstatus) med start 2024

Community Outreach 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.

Vårt uppdrag APIC-South Puget Sound har förbundit sig att erbjuda tillgängliga resurser till samhället i Asien och Stillahavsöarna. Nedan hittar du resurser om utbildningsresurser för skolor, lärare och samhällen. Om du har ytterligare möjligheter att dela, besök sidan Kontakta oss och skicka oss ett meddelande. Vi arbetar på att tillhandahålla fler språktillgängliga källor och kommer att uppdatera den här sidan allt eftersom vårt arbete fortsätter. Working Families Tax Credit Learn More The Department of Commerce began accepting applications for the Working Families Tax Credit Community Outreach Program grants. Beginning February 1, 2023, the Working Families Tax Credit will provide payments up to $1,200 to individuals and families who meet certain eligibility requirements. Check the link below to learn more and check if you are eligible. Job Search Tools and Guides We have listed some career tools that the Washington Immigrant Network has curated below. Visit their site here . Resumes How to write a resume that will get noticed Skills to master the resume Cover Letter How to Write a Cover Letter The Cover Letter: A Powerful Executive Briefing Resumes, Cover Letters, and Interviews Mock Interviews What Is a Mock Interview? (With Example Questions) How to Answer "Behavior-Based Interview Questions" Networking 10 Reasons Why Networking Is Essential For Your Career How Networking Can Help with Long-Term Career Management Get a Mentor Meet Washington Immigrant Network Mentors Preparing for Job Interview 4 Body Language Tips for Nailing Job Interviews | Amy Cuddy Your body language may shape who you are Unemployment Benefits Unemployment benefits provide you with temporary income when you lose your job through no fault of your own. The money partly replaces your lost earnings and helps you pay expenses while looking for new work. The benefits, from taxes your former employer(s) paid, are not based on financial need. Learn About Unemployment Benefits Eligibility Requirements Learn How to Apply for Unemployment Benefits Visit the Employment Security Department Website Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA) Paid Family and Medical Leave provides paid time off when you need it most. It’s here for you when a serious health condition prevents you from working, when you need time to care for a family member or a new child, or for certain military-related events. Learn about PFML Eligibility Requirements Apply for PFML After You Apply File Your Weekly Claim

Vårt uppdrag APIC-South Puget Sound har förbundit sig att erbjuda tillgängliga resurser till samhället i Asien och Stillahavsöarna. Nedan hittar du resurser om immigration, livsmedelsförsörjning, röstregistrering med mera. Vi arbetar med att tillhandahålla fler språktillgängliga källor och kommer att uppdatera den här sidan allt eftersom vårt arbete fortsätter. Allmänna resurser Att se tillbaka på väg framåt: Anti-rasism utbildningsresurser och samhällsmemoarer om samhällsengagemang National League of Women Voters Thurston County: Förespråkar rättvis hälsovård, klimatförändringar, val- och kampanjfinansieringsreformer, markanvändning och utbildning. Strengthening Sanctuary Alliance: Olympia-koalitionen tillhandahåller immigranträttigheter, jordbruksarbetares rättigheter och covid-19-resurser. Kolla här för de senaste uppdateringarna om immigrationspolicy. Etniska och religiösa samhörighetsgrupper CIELO (Latinx Nonprofit) Första Chuukese WA Women Association Islamic Center of Olympia Japanese American Citizens League Olympia Marshallesiska kvinnoförening Olympia Area Chinese Association 2020 Asian Pacific American Affairs Report Obs: Denna information är från 2019 och inkluderar lokala APA-resurser, företag, statistik och planer för framtiden.

Vårt uppdrag Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition South Puget Sound (APIC SPS) är en opartisk koalition som främjar rättvis tillgång till kulturellt kompetenta och språkligt tillgängliga hälso- och mänskliga tjänster, ekonomisk utveckling för småföretag, medborgerliga och mänskliga rättigheter, lika tillgång till utbildning och andra frågor av API:er. . Vi uppmuntrar och främjar medborgerligt deltagande av Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) i valprocesser och offentliga policyprocesser. Kontakt Kontakta medordförande/programledare: Lin Crowley, @ lincrowley@gmail.com , eller medordförande Brian Lock @ brian_lock@comcast.net & apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com om några frågor.

Vårt uppdrag APIC-South Puget Sound har förbundit sig att erbjuda tillgängliga resurser till samhället i Asien och Stillahavsöarna. Nedan hittar du resurser om invandring, livsmedelstrygghet, röstregistrering med mera. Vi arbetar på att tillhandahålla fler språktillgängliga källor och kommer att uppdatera den här sidan allt eftersom vårt arbete fortsätter. Asian Americans Advancing Justice: Immigration rights, legal advocacy, voting rights and racial justice programs Asian Pacific American Labour Alliance (APALA): Tillhandahåller politisk utbildning, röstregistreringsprogram och utbildning inom arbetarrörelsen APA Justice: Förespråkar rasprofilering av asiatiska Stillahavsamerikaner APIAVote: Språktillgängliga program om röstning, medborgerligt engagemang och ungdomsutveckling United Chinese Americans: Uppmuntrar medborgardeltagande, politiskt engagemang, ungdomsutbildning och bevarande av arv och kultur

Våra policymål I år tror APIC att följande policyagendor kommer att vara viktiga för att förbättra livet för API-gemenskaper i delstaten Washington: Upprätthålla finansieringen för LEP Pathways The Limited English Proficient (LEP) Pathways primära mål är att främja ekonomisk självförsörjning för flyktingar och invandrare genom arbetsträning, klasser i engelska som andraspråk (ESL), arbetsstöd och sociala tjänster. Genom att behålla finansieringen för LEP Pathways-programmet kan vi bättre stödja låginkomsttagare och begränsade engelsktalande invandrare. Upprätthålla finansieringen för naturaliseringstjänster Naturaliseringstjänster hjälper flyktingar och invandrare, främst de som är funktionshindrade och äldre, att få medborgarskap genom hjälp med att fylla i USCIS N-400 naturaliseringsansökan och begäran om avgiftsbefrielse, klasser i amerikansk historia och samhällskunskap och intervjuförberedelser. Genom att upprätthålla finansiering för naturaliseringstjänster kan vi bättre betjäna invandrare och flyktingar i vår stat. Säkerställa och upprätthålla COFA-sjukvård och tandvård Washington State COFAs medicinska program tillhandahåller nödvändig hälso- och tandvård till COFA-medborgare som har uteslutits från att få tillgång till federala hälsofördelar. Medan kongressen nyligen har antagit lagstiftning för att återställa Medicaid-berättigande för COFA-migranter, måste Washington State se till att täckning tillhandahålls tills kulturellt och språkligt genomförande är slutfört. Att ge hjälp till Washingtons papperslösa arbetare Papperslösa Washingtonbor som har exkluderats från befintliga arbetslöshetsersättningar och federala stimulanspaket har drabbats särskilt hårt under covid-19-pandemin. Oavsett om det är genom ett tillfälligt nödprogram som utökar arbetslöshetsberättigandet eller mer expansiv finansiering genom Washington Immigrant Relief Fund, förtjänar alla arbetare lättnad oavsett immigrationsstatus. Enacting a Recovery Rabate , en uppdaterad version av Working Families Tax Credit En återvinningsrabatt skulle sätta pengar tillbaka i fickorna på människor med låga inkomster, inklusive invandrararbetare som orättvist har uteslutits från andra federala skatteförmåner. En kontant stimulans riktad till hushåll med låga inkomster skulle också säkerställa att förmånerna riktas till de hushåll som drabbas mest av Washingtons regressiva skattelagstiftning. Utöver våra lagstiftningsprioriteringar har APIC alltid höjt behovet av investeringar i vårt samhälle genom kapitalprojekt. I år ber vi om stöd för följande kapitalprojekt: Asia Pacific Cultural Center United Communities of Laos Cultural Center AIPACE Vi kommer att uppdatera denna sida senare med länkar för att donera. APIC-policyprioriteringar Lär dig mer om APIC:s inställning till immigrationsreform, HBTQ+-förespråkande, utbildningsreform och covid-19-åtgärder.