March 16 will be the one-year anniversary of the murders of eight people, including six Asian women employees at spas in the metro Atlanta area. As the organization that led the rapid response efforts to directly support victims, survivors, and their families, Asian Americans Advancing Justice | Atlanta is welcoming partner organizations and the public to join in a community remembrance day on Saturday, March 12 and observe Wednesday, March 16 as a sacred day for quiet reflection.
Category: Press Release
Statement on the Tragic Loss of Suraj Mahadeva
We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of another member of the Asian American community, Suraj Mahadeva, who was a victim of gun violence in Palmer Square over the weekend.
Chicago Immigrant Youth to Walk Out to Demand Senator Durbin Deliver a Pathway to Citizenship in BBB
A city-wide student walkout followed by a rally where HANA Center’s FYSH youth leadership council members and their peers will speak out to demand Senator Durbin deliver a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants this year.
Asian American Leaders Demand that City Council Draw an Asian American Majority Ward in Greater Chinatown in Final Citywide Map
As City Council plans to vote on a final citywide map this week, Asian American leaders urge the Council to draw an Asian American majority ward and protect Asian American communities of interest in Albany Park and West Ridge.
Asian American Racial Justice Organization Denounces Decision to Increase Policing and Surveillance in Wake of Tragic Death of a Chinese Univ. of Chicago Alumnus
Asian Americans Advancing Justice | Chicago is holding a press conference on Monday, November 22, to show Asian and Asian American solidarity with the Black community and support for public safety for all communities in response to recent gun violence.