ASIA, Inc. Selected To Provide Critical Legal Services To Advance The American Justice System
ASIA, Inc. Selected To Provide Critical Legal Services To Advance The American Justice System Asian Services In Action, Inc (ASIA, Inc.) is pleased to announce a grant from the American Bar Endowment (ABE) that will expand the capacity of its legal services program to assist specifically with green card application, a process which is undergoing substantial…
Read MoreFCC Warns of Robocall Scammers Targeting Chinese Consumers
Robocall scammers are targeting Chinese-speaking consumers, individuals with Chinese last names, and individuals who live in Chinese communities according to an update posted on the Federal Communications Commission’s website. Individuals are receiving phone calls from robocall scammers pretending to be consulate employees demanding money and personal information. In most calls, the ‘official’ claims they have…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Announces Launch of New Program to Expand Services to Victims of Crime
ASIA, Inc. Announces Launch of New Program to Expand Services to Victims of Crime Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) is proud to announce that we have launched a new program to expand services to victims of crime within local communities of immigrants and other new Americans. The new Victims of Crime program is funded by a…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. and Ohio Fair Trade Bring Ghost Fleet to The 43rd Cleveland International Film Festival
This year we are partnering with Ohio Fair Trade to bring Ghost Fleet to The 43rd Cleveland International Film Festival. Our film will be playing on March 31st, April 1st, and April 2nd. Click the link to purchase your tickets and remember to use the code ‘ASIA’ at the checkout! https://www.clevelandfilm.org/films/2019/ghost-fleet Ghost Fleet brings…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Featured in National Report Highlighting Small Businesses in Low-Income AAPI Communities
In partnership with Renaissance Economic Development Corporation (REDC), ASIA, Inc. is launching its small business micro-loan program for low-income refugees. According to the Refugee Services Collaborative of Greater Cleveland, the refugee population has grown by 69% between 2012 and 2016. Now is the perfect time to support and generate pathways to financial stability for these…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Stands In Solidarity With Muslim Community After Attacks On Mosques In New Zealand
Our hearts go out to the people of New Zealand and Muslim communities around the world after the horrific assault on two mosques located in Christchurch. We send our thoughts and prayers to those who have been affected by the senseless attack. No one should feel unsafe in their place of worship. Asian Services In…
Read MoreFTC Warns of Scammers Targeting International Students
Please beware of the scams that are targeting international students studying in the United States. According to the update posted on the Federal Trade Commission’s website, students are receiving phone calls from individuals threatening arrest and deportation if the student does not immediately pay the money they demand. The FTC states unequivocally that the federal…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Celebrates Women's History Month
March is Women’s History Month, dedicated to the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role women have played in American history. Surprisingly, it wasn’t until the early 80’s that an entire month was dedicated to women and their contributions to American society. On March 7, 1982, Congress requested and authorized the President to proclaim…
Read MoreASIA Seeks Bilingual/Bicultural Educator In Children, Youth, and Family Services Department
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the Bilingual/Bicultural Educator position. This individual will assist the CAM (Community Adult Mentorship) Program under the Children, Youth, and Family Services Department. To view the job description, see here. ASIA, Inc. provides culturally and…
Read MoreASIA Seeks Housing Advocate for DV/SA Department
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the Housing Advocate Program Assistant position. This individual will assist the housing program under the Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Department. To view the job description, see here. ASIA, Inc. provides culturally and linguistically appropriate…
Read MoreASIA Seeks Volunteer Coordinator
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the Volunteer Program Coordinator position. This individual is responsible for developing, and coordinating the organization’s volunteer & internship program. He/she will supervise volunteers and provide direction, coordination, and consultation for all volunteer functions.…
Read MoreASIA Seeks Financial Capability Program Specialist
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the Financial Capability Program Specialist position. This person will lead the program’s project planning and implementation, including assessing needs, setting goals and objectives, and ensuring successful follow-through on planned activities. To view the…
Read MoreASIA Seeking School Based Health Coordinator
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the School Based Health Coordinator position. The person will be responsible for coordinating necessary operations for the school based health clinic with the Manager of School Based Health, serving as a community outreach…
Read MoreASIA Seeking ICEP Driver In Akron
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) is seeking a skilled and committed professional in the International Community Empowerment Project (ICEP) program. This is a unique opportunity for a community service oriented person with good driving and people skills, knowledge of Akron neighborhoods and Akron Public Schools. The primary role of this position is to…
Read MoreASIA Seeking E.I.T.C Site Coordinator In Cleveland
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) is seeking a skilled and committed professional to coordinate free tax preparation services. The tax site coordinator will ensure that we provide high-quality free tax help to low-income workers and elderly taxpayers who cannot afford paid professional assistance. This opportunity is a part-time position with the social services operations.…
Read MorePOSITION CLOSED – ASIA, Inc. CEO Search Announcement
POSITION CLOSED – Asian Services In Action, Inc., the largest AAPI-focused health and social services agency in Ohio, seeks a Chief Executive Officer to lead a growing nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center. ASIA, Inc. addresses the health, assimilation, and job-readiness needs of 58,000+ clients a year. Senior management experience including fundraising, program management, and…
Read MoreJob Announcement: Various Positions Available
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) published four job opportunities this week. ASIA, Inc. is a credible nonprofit organization providing services for over 58,000 individuals annually coordinated out of offices located in Cleveland and Akron, Ohio. ASIA, Inc. provides culturally and linguistically appropriate resources to ensure effective programming that addresses the needs of the…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Submits Comments Opposing Public Charge Proposal
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) is speaking out against a proposed regulation that would expand the public charge test for people applying for legal residency or entry to the United States with the submission of its official organizational comments. This proposal is yet another attempt to use health care and food programs to…
Read MoreDeadline to Comment on Public Charge is Today!
The public charge comment period ends TODAY. The proposed changes to public charge regulation would force families to choose between basic rights and staying together. Submit your comments NOW to oppose this harmful rule. Submit your comments at http://bit.ly/StopPublicCharge. In these finals hours, we need to turn up the volume and encourage our community to…
Read MoreJob Announcement: Communications and Data Coordinator
General Announcement November 30, 2018 Job Announcement: Communications and Data Coordinator Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) is seeking a dynamic Communications and Data Coordinator to work in the Policy-Advocacy and Development (PAD) Department. The Policy-Advocacy and Development (PAD) Department serves as a central resource for analysis and facilitation of decision-making on the full breadth…
Read MoreAkron Ethnic Communities Push For Greater Voter Turnout In Upcoming Election
Members from various ethnic communities in Akron came together this week to push for greater voter turnout in the upcoming November 6, 2018, election through community art. The North Hill Diversity and Freedom Mural Project, a project supported by a grant from Citizen University, encourages Akron’s low-propensity and first-time voters to cast their vote this…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Encourages Voting Through Community Art
For the past two months, Asian Services In Action, Inc. has been working with Akron local artist, Mac Love in creating a community mural aimed at encouraging the Akron voters to vote this November 6, 2018. The mural, which will feature the word “VOTE” in over 15 languages, embraces the joy of voting through diversity and inclusion. Aspiring youth…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Receives Grant From Huntington-Akron Foundation
For Immediate Release October 24, 2018 ASIA, Inc. Receives Grant From Huntington-Akron Foundation Akron, OH – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) announced that Huntington-Akron Foundation awarded the organization a $30,000 grant that will fund ASIA’s AFEO microenterprise program to promote small business startups in Summit County. The program provides technical…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Citizenship Class Celebrate Diversity
On Saturday, October 6, 2018, Asian Services In Action, Inc.’s Akron Citizenship Class celebrated multicultural diversity and student success by hosting a themed potluck. Through food, “World Dinner” brought together the teacher, students, and volunteers of the Immigration Legal Service’s Citizenship Classe. Ella, the Akron Citizenship Class instructor, asked students to bring in a dish from…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Hosts Community Town Hall On Public Charge
For Immediate Release October 25, 2018 Asian Services In Action, Inc. 3631 Perkins Ave., Ste. 2A-W Cleveland, OH 44114 apexfund.wpengine.com. ASIA, Inc. Hosts Community Town Hall On Public Charge On Thursday, October 25, 2018, Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) will host a community town hall to discuss the potential changes to “public charge”.…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Receives Grant To Create Local Food Enterprise Center In Akron
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) announced that U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded the organization a grant that will create a local food enterprise center focused on revitalizing Akron, Ohio’s economy by training, supporting, incubating, and connecting small food-based businesses, from farmers to canners to caterers. The project, “Akron Food Works!”,is a partnership between ASIA,…
Read MoreThe ACE Network Hosts Retreat Around Voter Engagement
Twelve (12) community-based organizations (CBOs) all across Ohio gathered in Akron on October 6 through October 7, as part of the ACE Network, to discuss plans around voter engagement leading up to the November 6, 2018, Ohio General Election. Representatives from Akron, Cleveland, Columbus gathered to share their voter engagement plans and hear strategies from the field.…
Read MoreASIA Wants You To Register To Vote By October 9th
The voter registration deadline is next Tuesday, October 9, and we want to make sure that everyone is prepared to vote this election. Thousands in our community have not registered to vote, or updated their voter registration, especially if they recently moved. I need your help. Can you assist 2 of your closest family members…
Read MoreASIA, INC. ISSUES STATEMENT OPPOSING PROPOSED PUBLIC CHARGE REGULATION
Press Release For Immediate Release September 24, 2018 ASIA, INC. ISSUES STATEMENT OPPOSING PROPOSED PUBLIC CHARGE REGULATION Akron, OH – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) opposes the Trump administration’s proposed regulation that expands the definition of “public charge” and scares immigrant families and their children from accessing services including health care, nutrition programs,…
Read MoreASIA Gala & Fundraiser Sponsorships Available
ASIA Gala & Fundraiser Sponsorships Available Cleveland, OH – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) is excited to host their Gala and Fundraiser on Friday, November 16, 2018, from 6 pm – 9:30 pm at Cleveland State University, downtown campus. ASIA is currently seeking those interested in sponsorship opportunities which are available for review…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Hosts Educational Webinar on Public Charge
On Wednesday, July 25, Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) hosted a Public Charge 101 webinar with partners all across Ohio and the Midwest. During the webinar, participants learned more about the proposed public charge changes and its potential impacts on to the new American community, an overview about ASIA, Inc.’s recent meeting with OMB led by…
Read MoreNORTHEAST OHIO'S ASIA, INC. ANNOUNCES THE TRANSITION OF ITS CEO
Press Release For Immediate Release March 27, 2018 NORTHEAST OHIO’S ASIA, INC. ANNOUNCES THE TRANSITION OF ITS CEO Cleveland, OH – Asian Services In Action’s (ASIA) board of directors has announced that its longtime leader, Michael Byun, is leaving the organization after 15 years of outstanding service and the board is beginning a search for a…
Read MoreJOIN OUR TEAM – APPLY TODAY!
Join the ASIA team. We have offices in Cleveland and Akron. Asian Services In Action (ASIA) is a 501(c)(3) serving a multi-cultural population especially those from emerging communities. ASIA provides programs in the areas of health promotion and prevention, mentoring and job skills development, public policy and advocacy, senior wellness, cultural competency training and interpretation and translation.…
Read MoreNaturalization Clinic at Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland in partnership with Asian Services In Action, Inc. will hold a Naturalization Clinic on April 28, 2018, from 9 am to 11 am. For Questions about Naturalization Only: come to this clinic if you are an individual seeking information and help with the naturalization/citizenship process! Location: Legal Aid’s Cleveland Office…
Read MoreKEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCED FOR 3RD ANNUAL SPRING SPEAKER SERIES
Press Release For Immediate Release March 5, 2018 KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCED FOR 3RD ANNUAL SPRING SPEAKER SERIES AKRON, OH – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA) is proud to announce the keynote speaker for the 3rd Annual Spring Speaker Series, scheduled for April 16, 2018, at Summit Artspace (map) in downtown Akron. Hamayon Yaqobi, Former U.S. Army Interpreter, a powerful voice from…
Read MoreNewcomers Family Support Center Releases Quarterly Newsletter
Asian Services In Action, Inc.’s (ASIA) Newcomers Family Support Center is proud to announce the release of its first quarterly newsletter. The newsletter was published in an effort to keep the community informed of all the great things happening within the department. Every quarter NFSC will share with you the latest highlights and upcoming events.…
Read More[PR] Your Giving Tuesday Gift Supports Ohio's New Americans
Friend, #GivingTuesday is here and we’d like to raise $5,000 to provide eight new American families access to shelter and housing assistance. How you can help: Right now, every donation during #GivingTuesday will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation! If you give $40 your contribution will be matched with an additional $40, thus making a total of…
Read More[PR] Ohio Activist Arrested In Protest For A Clean DREAM Act On Capitol Hill
Source: Ohio Progressive Asian Women’s Leadership (OPAWL) Ohio Activist Arrested in a protest for a Clean DREAM Act on Capitol Hill Washington, DC – Janet Dennie, a Korean American grandmother from Columbus, Ohio, and member of the Ohio Progressive Asian Women’s Leadership (OPAWL), was one of 19 Asian American immigration and labor rights activists arrested…
Read MoreASIA Awarded Grant To Provide Legal Assistance To DVSA Victims
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA) received a 3-year Legal Assistance for Victims Grant to expand ASIA’s culturally appropriate, linguistically specific services for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) and other immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and sex trafficking, to include holistic and comprehensive legal services. The AAPI population in ASIA’s…
Read MoreWVIZ Ideastream Features ASIA, Inc.'s Urban Farmering Program
WVIZ/PBS ideastream’s ‘Be Well’ series recently featured a story on Agam Rai, an urban farmer under Asian Services In Action, Inc.’s Healthy Asian Pacific Islander Fresh Farm program (HAPI Fresh). Sitting on the boarder of Summit and Medina county, HAPI Fresh Farm program is a four-acre, USDA organic certified farm committed to producing high quality…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Participates in national 'Welcoming Week'
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) will be one of the nonprofit organizations participating in Welcoming Week, a national annual event, taking place from September 15-24, 2017. During this annual series, communities will bring together immigrants, refugees, and native-born residents to raise awareness of the benefits of welcoming everyone. Initiated by Welcoming America, Welcoming…
Read MoreHealth Center Funding Cliff Call-to-Action, Script Included
13 days remain until the Health Center Funding Cliff becomes a reality. If Congress fails to act to fix Health Center Funding Cliff – a 70% reduction to Program funding – 9 million patients that could lose access to care, 2,800 Health Center sites that could close, and more than 51,000 Health Center jobs that…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Hosts Financial Literacy Workshop for Refugee Community
For nearly 40 attendees, this was their first time learning basic financial skills such as banking, budgeting and the importance of credit. As part of Asian Services In Action, Inc.’s (ASIA, Inc.) Financial Capabilities program, the program strives to teach Tweens, teens, and their partners, caregivers and educators about financial literacy topics. This free event…
Read MoreWhat You Need To Do To #DefendDACA
Last week ASIA, Inc. released a public statement condemning the Trump administration’s choice to rescind Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, known as DACA. The decision affects over 800,000 recipients, and nearly 4,500 in Ohio. If the administration follows through on their announcement, Dreamers will no longer be able to stay in the only country they…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Condemns President's Decision to End DACA
Press Release For Immediate Release September 5, 2017 ASIA, INC. CONDEMNS PRESIDENT’S DECISION TO END DACA Cleveland, OH – Today, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that the Trump administration will terminate Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) after President Trump’s told DACA recipients to “rest easy” in an earlier address. As of today, no new…
Read MoreASIA, INC. OFFERS FREE LEGAL ADVICE AT UPCOMING CLINIC
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) in partnership with The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, will offer free citizenship and naturalization legal advice as part of Citizenship Day 2017. The legal clinic will take place on Saturday, September 23 from 9:00am – 11:00am at the Legal Aid Cleveland Office, located at 1223 West Sixth Street…
Read MoreJOIN OUR TEAM – APPLY TODAY!
Join the ASIA team. We have offices in Cleveland and Akron. Asian Services In Action (ASIA) is a 501(c)(3) serving a multi-cultural population especially those from emerging communities. ASIA provides programs in the areas of health promotion and prevention, mentoring and job skills development, public policy and advocacy, senior wellness, cultural competency training and interpretation and translation.…
Read MoreStudents Share Story About The Affordable Care Act
Last week, we posted videos of our students going to Senator Portman office to drop off 1,000 cranes and share their ideas about the ACA. In Japanese culture, 1,000 cranes means you get one wish. This week, we share the students story about how important ACA is to them. We need your help now more…
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