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· Bryan Ke
London restaurant slammed for ‘offensive and tone-deaf’ ad amid rise of anti-Asian hate
Social media users are not buying London restaurant The Ivy Asia’s apology over its “culturally insensitive” advertisement for its Chelsea branch that portrayed Asian stereotypes. The controversy and apology: The commercial, released on Aug. 8, shows two women dressed as geishas…
· Kimberly Nguyen
‘We’re better than that’: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin calls anti-Asian hate ‘un-American’
The U.S. Defense Secretary affirmed the country had “lapsed” when it came to the rise of anti-Asian hate while giving a lecture in Singapore. Working towards a “more perfect union”: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke about the rise in anti-Asian attacks in the U.S. at the…
· Carl Samson
NYC woman charged with multiple anti-Asian hate crimes held without bail
A woman facing multiple hate crime charges for a string of attacks against Asian Americans in New York City was held without bail over the weekend. What she did: Maricia Bell, 25, was arrested on Thursday for allegedly attacking four Asian Americans, beginning in May. All…
· Ryan General
California approves $156 million API Equity Budget to combat anti-Asian hate
California is allocating $156 million to fund victim-centered solutions in combatting violence against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). Historic funding: California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the historic Asian and Pacific Islander (API) Equity Budget on Monday as…
· Carl Samson
NYC sees 395% spike in anti-Asian hate crimes
Compared to all of last year, anti-Asian hate crimes in New York City nearly quadrupled in the first half of 2021, according to new data from the New York Police Department (NYPD). What to know: Of all the individuals targeted for their race, religion, gender and sexual…
· Carl Samson
‘An Epidemic of Hate’: California Sees 107% Increase of Anti-Asian Hate Crimes
Hate crimes against Asian Americans in California increased by 107% in 2020, according to a new report from the state’s Department of Justice. Behind the surge: The crimes spiked between March and April of last year when stay-at-home orders were given in response to the COVID-19…
· Maina Chen
When 7 Twitch Creators Came Together to Speak on ‘Collective Trauma’ of Anti-Asian Hate
At the height of Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month (APIHM), Asian creatives were spotlighted at the forefront of Twitch, and for many of them, it was their first time celebrating it. As the uber-popular platform rings in its 10th anniversary, we’re celebrating by learning…
· Thy Nguyen
Creatives 4 Systemic Change, APOC Host Virtual Designer Fundraiser to Fight Anti-Asian Hate
Creatives 4 Systemic Change (C4SC) and APOC are hosting a virtual fundraiser showcasing designers, artists and creatives to raise funds for charities benefitting the Asian community. Event details: The fundraiser will be volunteer-led, and every dollar raised will be donated to…
· Carl Samson
California Legislators Pass $200 Million Budget to Combat Anti-Asian Hate
On Monday, California passed a $200 million budget plan to combat anti-Asian hate within its borders, where some of the country’s highest rates of anti-Asian hate crimes have been reported amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan: The budget, proposed by the California Asian and…
· Kimberly Nguyen
$1 Billion Raised for AAPI Same Day Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Act Signed
A philanthropic initiative called The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) raised over $1 billion for AAPI communities, the organization announced Thursday. Historic achievement: TAAF was able to raise the money within two weeks, the organization shared in a statement.
· Carl Samson
Biden Signs Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Act Into Law
POTUS Joe Biden signed the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act into law on Thursday, sealing its fate after bipartisan support in Congress. Why it matters: The new law will accelerate the investigation of coronavirus-related hate crimes, which have disproportionately impacted Asian…
· Carl Samson
University of Michigan Study of Anti-Asian Hate Analyzes More than 1,000 Incidents from 2020
A study from the University of Michigan reveals new information on anti-Asian hate incidents from last year. Background and key findings: The new study comes from the Virulent Hate Project, which uses news media to research trends in anti-Asian racism and Asian American activism.
· Carl Samson
House Passes Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Act
The House of Representatives passed the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act on Tuesday, bringing the legislation to POTUS Biden for his signature. What it’s about: The COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, introduced by Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-HI) in March, aims to aggressively investigate hate crimes,…
· Ryan General
Asian Canadian Artist Pens Powerful PSA Against Anti-Asian Hate
Asian Canadian artist Christopher Tse wants people to open their eyes amid the rising anti-Asian racism via a powerful new campaign. About the project: Tse wrote and narrated the spoken word PSA titled “Eyes Open” as part of an initiative of the Chinese Canadian National Council…
· Bryan Ke
California Lawmakers Request $200 Million to Fight Rising Anti-Asian Hate Crime
A group of California lawmakers is seeking $200 million over three years as part of their budget proposal to help fight the rising anti-Asian hate crimes in the state. Proposal to combat anti-Asian hate: The California Asian & Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus (APILC) released…
· Carl Samson
Vancouver Named ‘Anti-Asian Hate Crime Capital of North America,’ According to Report
With more anti-Asian hate crimes than 10 of the most populous U.S. cities combined in 2020, Vancouver has reportedly become the “Anti-Asian Hate Crime Capital of North America.” A feature article from Bloomberg looked into police figures collected by the Center for the Study of…
· Grace Kim
‘Beware of the Chicken Feather Duster’: SF Grandmas Fight Anti-Asian Hate in New Rap
A group of grandmothers in San Francisco Chinatown is bringing awareness to anti-Asian violence through the power of song and dance in a new Cantonese performance called Gai Mou Sou Rap. Lyrical advocates: The rap translates to “Beware of the Chicken Feather Duster,” in…
· Carl Samson
Two Women Report Separate Anti-Asian Incidents, Hate Crime Investigations in NYC
Two separate incidents that targeted Asian Americans have been reported in New York City this week. The incidents, which both occurred on Wednesday, are now under investigation by the city’s Hate Crimes Task Force.
· Bryan Ke
First Quarter of 2021 Sees Increase of 169% in Anti-Asian Hate Crimes, Police Data Say
Recent police data, compiled by the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at California State University, San Bernardino, have shown an increase in anti-Asian hate crimes for the first quarter of 2021 by up to 169%. The data compiled all the police reports of anti-Asian…
· Kimberly Nguyen
Car Community in Anaheim Raises Over $33,000 to Fight Anti-Asian Hate
An auto show event raised over $33,000 for non-profit Hate Is A Virus on April 17 in Anaheim, California. The event featured professional BMW race car driver and organizer Samantha Tan as well as drifter Sara Choi.