ASIA, INC. RECEIVES GRANT FROM MCGREGOR FUND TO ADDRESS DEPRESSION AND SUICIDE IN AGING SENIORS
ASIA, INC. RECEIVES GRANT FROM MCGREGOR FUND TO ADDRESS DEPRESSION AND SUICIDE IN AGING SENIORS Cleveland, OH – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) announced today that the McGregor Foundation, whose mission is to support seniors in need and those who serve them in Cuyahoga County, awarded the organization a grant that will provide…
Read MoreNew Phone Scam Targets U.S. Immigrants
If you receive a phone call that appears to come from the Canadian government’s Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Call Centre (1-888-242-2100), hang up! Scammers are altering their caller IDs to appear as if they are calling from the IRCC Call Centre. The scammers tell people that their names and identities are under federal…
Read MoreThe Summer Internship You Don't Want To Pass Up!
Asian Services In Action, Inc.’s (ASIA) Farming and Farmers Market Program, HAPI Fresh, is a very special initiative that seek to empower newly arrived immigrants and refugees (newer Americans) who face language and cultural barriers to harness their native agricultural skills to become self-sufficient. The general responsibilities of the VISTA Summer Associate include the following: foster…
Read More2017 New U Visa Application and Certification Forms
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services released updated U visa application and certification forms. The new forms include the criminal activities added by the Violence Against Women Act 2013 – stalking and fraud in foreign labor contracting. The certification form will also be more certifier friendly for a broader range of U visa certifiers…
Read MoreNew Survey Finds Asian Americans Oppose ACA Immediate Repeal
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release March 17, 2017 CONTACT Vince Vong vong@asiaohio.org About ASIA, Inc. Donate Today! New Survey Finds Asian-Americans Oppose ACA Immediate Repeal Cleveland, OH – According to a new survey of Asian American’s opinions in Ohio on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) conducted by the AAPI Civic Engagement Network of Ohio, 71…
Read MoreENROLLMENT FOR MEDICAL INTERPRETING BEGINS
ASIA, Inc. is offering a certificate medical interpreting program starting April 1, 2017, to train interpreters in the healthcare profession. Breaking Boundaries in Healthcare®: A Medical Interpreter Training Course (BBiH) follows a 40-hour curriculum that is recognized by the International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA) to fulfill the required first step toward professional interpretation and national certification. BBiH is open to…
Read More[SERVICE] FREE TAX PREP FOR LOW-TO-MODERATE INCOME
Don’t pay for help filing your taxes and don’t get caught up in a tax advance scheme. ASIA, Inc. offers free help preparing and filing for federal and state income tax return for low-to-moderate income families as part of our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, VITA. In addition, ASIA, Inc. will provide free interpreting services…
Read MoreASIA Co-Sponsor This Year's Cuyahoga County Conference
ASIA is a proud co-sponsor of this year’s Cuyahoga County Conference on Social Welfare for “What happens when everything changes? When: Thursday, March 16 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Where: Case Western Reserve University, Tinkham Veale University Center Register: www.naswoh.org/cccosw Attendees can look forward to a robust program with 18 breakout workshops, including: An Analysis…
Read MoreMembers Resign from President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders
Contact: Dr. Tung Nguyen – (650) 270-7941, nguyenaapicommission@gmail.com Chris Lu – (703) 309-4720, chrisplu@gmail.com Maulik Pancholy — mpancholy.aapi@gmail.com Resignation of Members of President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, members of the President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders submitted their resignation to President Trump as a…
Read MoreBrown Highlights Impact Of Executive Order On Ohio Refugees
Brown Sponsored Legislation to Overturn the Executive Order, Wrote Trump Urging Him to Revoke It WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) is continuing to speak out against President Donald Trump’s executive order that bans individuals from seven countries from entering the United States, including refugees fleeing violence and persecution. “We must continue to…
Read MoreTax Identity Theft Awareness Week: Phone Scams
This is Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week. Be aware of phone scams where callers claim to be from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and threaten to have a person arrested or deported for owing taxes. Don’t be tricked. Even if you do owe taxes, the IRS will never: Call and demand immediate payment over the…
Read MoreImportant Information for AAPI LGBT with the Transition of New Administration
From our friends at National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA): As we transition into the new administration, we are sharing a number of measures that LGBTQ APIs as precautions to protect themselves and their families. Although these precautions likely will not be granted before Inauguration Day, they will be processed under the laws and rules while…
Read MoreJanuary is National Stalking Awareness Month
Imagine that you don’t feel safe. Someone is following you, texting and e-mailing you, and you are afraid. In one year, 7.5 million Americans were victims of stalking—a dangerous crime that can happen to anyone. If you or anyone you know is being stalked, or to find out more about stalking, contact Asian Services In Action,…
Read MoreNew Edition of ASIA's Newsletter Released
We are excited to announce the latest edition of the ASIA Newsletter is out! The ASIA Newsletter is sent twice a month, the second and fourth Thursdays, to the ASIA community. ASIA Newsletter keeps you up tot speed on new events, videos, perks, and program updates while providing opportunities for you to get involved in…
Read MoreCuyahoga Problem Gambling Coalition Hosting Speaker Bureau Training
Problem Gambling Speakers Bureau – Training & Orientation The goal of the Problem Gambling Speakers Bureau is to lift up the voices of people that have been impacted by problem gambling to increase awareness of the issue and instigate community action. Who can be part of the speakers bureau: Individuals who have struggled with problem gambling Family…
Read MoreNow Hiring an Immigration Attorney – Apply Today!
Join our team today! We are seeking a Immigration Attorney who will be responsible for providing free or low-cost immigration legal services to immigrant and refugee clients through Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA)’s Immigration Legal Services Program. The Immigration Attorney will also collaborate with a network of organizations on naturalization assistance and community education…
Read MoreGive the Gift of Affordable Health Coverage
Give the Gift of Affordable Health Coverage Ohioans may be eager to give this Giving Tuesday as well as throughout this holiday season, but navigators at Asian Services In Action, Inc. and throughout Ohio are encouraging them to also consider giving the gift of health coverage for themselves and their families. “Perhaps the best gift you could give this…
Read MoreASIA Launches New Website
Asian Services In Action, Inc. Launches New Website As part of the organization’s 20 anniversary, a refreshed logo and new website launch. Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA) is pleased to announce the recent launch of their new and improved website, as part of their 20th Anniversary Refresh Project. Key features of the new site include a…
Read More[News]: ICHC Staff Attend Hep B United Summit
International Community Health Center (ICHC) Program Coordinator, Michael To attended the Hep B United Summit in Washington DC on July 27th-29th. The summit addressed the epidemic of Hepatitis B with advocates from around the country. Representatives like Michael discussed unique ways to craft a culturally and linguistically appropriate approach to screen and educate diverse populations. In addition to…
Read More[Event]: National Health Center Week
Come and support local health centers in Cleveland for National Health Center Week on August 7th – 13th. ICHC is proud to be a part of a network of health centers that work towards bettering our community. Join us on August 12th as the innovation of America’s Health Centers and their vital role in shaping…
Read More[News]: Intern Working With Lucky Seniors
Summer intern, Nathan McClinktock, has been busy helping grow the Lucky Seniors program in Akron with our Bhutanese community. Nathan helps organize activities and games for the Bhutanese seniors which promote socialization among the group members. He provides culturally relevant information through presentations and educational videos on topics such as Diabetes Education and Mental Health Awareness.…
Read More[Event] 2016 School Readiness Summit
Registration is now open for “The Early Childhood Effect” School Readiness Summit presented by PNC Bank. The program will take place on Tuesday, October 25, 2016, from 7:30am-12pm at the John S. Knight Center in downtown Akron. Registration costs $20 per individual, click here to register. The School Readiness Summit will address the importance of…
Read More[News] ASIA Welcomes 2016 Summer Interns
ASIA welcomes 6 new summer interns from Michigan, Pennsylvania, Southern Ohio, Montana, Akron, and NorthEast Ohio. Our summer interns joined ASIA in June of 2016 and will stay with ASIA until the end of August. We are thrilled to have them working with us! Learn more about our wonderful interns below! Emily Atherton Hometown: Olmsted Falls, Ohio…
Read More[Event] AAPI Roundtable Event with APIAVote
On July 18th, APIAVote will be hosting a briefing on the AAPI electorate at the Republican National Convention, as well as a reception celebrating AAPI leaders. This event serves to engage members of the community regarding the Republican National Convention, and Asian Services In Action (ASIA) encourages community members to attend. 4:00 – 5:00pm Briefing…
Read More[News] ASIA Signs AAPI Letter on the Supreme Court Vacancy
In May, seventy-two organizations that serve the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community joined to support the signing of a letter to urge the Senate Judiciary Committee to do its job and hold a fair hearing and vote on the Supreme Court nominee. Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA) was one of those seventy-two…
Read More[Event] Bhutanese Lucky Seniors Program
The Lucky Senior Program is a congregate meal program where seniors and disabled elders in the city of Akron join together in social activities. The weekly social program is funded by Direction Home, while ASIA provides food for meals and a venue for the seniors to gather together. Education on a variety of topics are provided,…
Read MoreAPIAVote Community Briefing
APIAVote will present information on AAPI activities planned for the Republican National Convention (RNC) on June 16, 2016 at 6pm at Li Wah in Cleveland. A representative from the RNC will give an overview of the convention and what residents and community members should expect. Click here, to register for the event. Updates will be provided on…
Read MoreASIA Introduces New, Refreshed Logo
Asian Services In Action (ASIA), a nonprofit organization that provides to the AAPIs and other communities, announced the launch of a new logo. Feedback from the leadership team and the board of director’s desire to lead the organization to the next level helped drive the decision to refresh. The revitalized look reflects the emphasis on the…
Read More[Event] Asian Pacific American Youth Leadership Training
Saturday, June 4th, 33 Asian Pacific American Youth participated in a leadership training conference hosted by OCA Greater Cleveland. The program for high school students focused on the development of APA youth in our communities. Students developed leadership skills, gained awareness of social justice issues, and have a greater understanding of the importance of advocating. Asian…
Read More[Event] ASIA hosting special one-time screening of “The Refugees of Shangri-La”
Asian Services In Action (ASIA), Heights Libraries, and Garfield Memorial Church are partnering together for a special one-time screening of “The Refugees of Shangri-La” at Garfield Memorial Church on Saturday, June 11th, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The “Refugees of Shangri-La” is a documentary that follows the refugees from the Kingdom of Bhutan as they abandon…
Read MoreSusan Wong Joins DSAS Advisory Board
In January of 2016, Susan Wong joined The Cuyahoga County Division of Senior and Adult Services (DSAS). She serves as an advisory member to the Community-Based Services Committee providing expertise to ensure the needs of the AAPI community. Through her commitment as a Community-Based Services Committee member, she serves as an advisory resource to the Division of…
Read MoreAsian Services In Action, Inc. Celebrates Asian American and Pacific islander (AAPI) Heritage Month
Asian Services In Action, Inc. Celebrates Asian American and Pacific islander (AAPI) Heritage Month Cleveland, OH – This May, Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA) celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month to recognize the culture, traditions, and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Originally introduced by Reps. Norman Y.…
Read MoreU.S. Department of Education Announces AAPI Data Disaggregation Initiative
Today, U.S. Department of Education Secretary John King announced the launch of a new federal program that will be a foundational step in identifying educational opportunity gaps, and targeting support to improve the college and career readiness of underserved Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) students and English learners. The investment of 1 million dollars to…
Read More[Press] Joe Cimperman to Keynote ASIA's Spring Friendraiser, April 28
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release April 18, 2016 Joe Cimperman to Make His Global Cleveland Debut with an Address to the Asian American Community Longtime Cleveland councilman will deliver keynote address at the spring friendraiser of Asian Services In Action Cleveland, Ohio – Joe Cimperman, the former and longtime member of Cleveland City Council, will make…
Read MoreICEP Volunteer Honored at Akron Global Youth Awards
The 2016 Global Youth Awards Service Day, which recognizes youth for their many hours of volunteerism to area non-profit organizations, took place on April 13, 2016. Ler Lar Shi, a former ICEP student and now volunteer, was honored for her outstanding volunteerism for the ICEP program. Ler invested over 83 hours to the ICEP program…
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