From local fundraisers to rallies to national legislation to systemic changes in schools, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and their allies are developing solutions to increase visibility and fight racism.
Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have reported surges in hate incidents, crimes and violence over the past two years, often related to racist scapegoating because of the pandemic.
As a result, AAPIs have spurred their own communities and other leaders and industries to take action. From local fundraisers to rallies to national legislation to systemic changes in schools, AAPIs and others are developing solutions to increase visibility and fight racism.
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