ASIA, Inc. Celebrates Nationwide Preliminary Injunctions Against The Public Charge Rule
For Immediate Release October 18, 2019 Akron – We celebrate the news that the federal courts in New York and Washington granted nationwide preliminary injunctions against the Public Charge rule that was supposed to go into effect October 15. Our advocacy made a difference! ASIA, Inc. was one of the many champions in the fight…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Condemns Trump’s Rule Targeting Legal Immigrants
ASIA, Inc. Condemns Trump’s Rule Targeting Legal Immigrants Press Release For Immediate Release August 14, 2019 Media Contact: Kimlee Sureemee kimlee.sur@asiaohio.org 216-881-0330 Ext. 8811 Akron, Ohio – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) condemns the Trump Administration’s continued attacks towards immigrants living in the United States. Today, the Trump Administration formally published in the Federal…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Seeks a Field Organizer for Summit County
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the Field and Data Organizer (Policy-Advocacy) position. The person will be responsible for the management, coordination, and execution of the day-to-day civic engagement program including but not limited to non-partisan voter registration, volunteer…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Seeks a Field Organizer for Cuyahoga County
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the Field and Data Organizer (Policy-Advocacy) position. The person will be responsible for the management, coordination, and execution of the day-to-day civic engagement program including but not limited to non-partisan voter registration, volunteer…
Read MoreASIA Says #NoToPublicCharge with One Nation
Last week, ASIA, Inc. was the only organization in Washington D.C. representing Ohio’s immigrant communities advocating against Public Charge for the 26 million people who will be impacted by the heinous rule. ASIA was proud to be a part of the One Nation organizing committee. Policy-Advocacy and Development (PAD) Program Manager Kimlee Sur, Policy-Advocacy Assistant…
Read MorePolicy Research Internship (Fall 2019) Available at ASIA, Inc.
Asian Services In Action (ASIA), Inc. seeks a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the Policy Research Internship. The person will be working with the Policy-Advocacy Program under the Policy-Advocacy and Development Department assisting in the coordination and execution of ASIA, Inc.’s policy research. This position will work in…
Read MoreTell Ohio Senators We Matter!
With the 2020 Census right around the corner, we need to make sure our elected officials do their job and make sure our communities are counted. Without the proper funds to conduct the 2020 Census outreach, as many as 73,600 underrepresented Ohioans won’t be counted. 2020 Census funding wasn’t added in the Ohio Senate’s first…
Read MoreVOTE Mural By ASIA Intern Mai See Lor Now Has A Permanent Home In New Akron Office
In 2018, Asian Services In Action, Inc. began working with Akron’s local artist, Mac Love to create a community mural aimed to encourage the Akron community to vote. The mural, which features the word “VOTE” in over 15 languages, embraces the joy of voting through diversity and inclusion. Aspiring youth artist and ASIA, Inc. intern, Mai See Lor…
Read MoreASIA, Inc.’s 4th Annual Spring Speaker Series is One Month Away!
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) will hold its 4th Annual Spring Speaker Series in one month! Registration is now open online at apexfund.wpengine.com/springseries. Guests can also purchase tickets by calling Kimlee Sureemee at 216-881-0330 Ext. 8811. Single tickets are $30.00 each and group tickets of four or more are $25.00 each. Program advertising…
Read MoreHmong-American Juleeah Vang Accepted into National Leadership & Advocacy Training For Southeast Asian Americans
“I am excited to be accepted into the 2019 Leadership & Advocacy Training (LAT) hosted by SEARAC, from June 19-21, 2019, in Washington D.C.,” said Juleeah Vang, Policy-Advocacy Assistant at ASIA, Inc. “As a descendant of Southeast Asian heritage, this training speaks to me. As a Hmong-American in the Midwest and living in the suburbs of…
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. 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, 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. 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 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. 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 MoreASIA Joins Other AAPI Organizations Urging Senators To #DoYourJob
It’s been 21 days since President Obama nominated Merrick Garland — and Senate Republicans still refuse to hold a fair confirmation hearing. Enough is enough: It’s time for Senate Republicans to give Chief Judge Merrick Garland a confirmation hearing and a vote. Give Senator Portman a call at (202) 224-3353 and let him know “Chief…
Read More[PAD] Now Hiring an Community Engagement Coordinator – Apply Today!
Join our team today! We are seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator who is highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for the community engagement coordinator position. The community engagement coordinator will execute the day-to-day civic engagement program including but not limited to non-partisan voter registration, volunteer canvassing and phone calling and voter turn-out…
Read MoreEarly Voting Hours For March Primary
The early voting has begun for the March 15th primary in Ohio. The last day to vote early in-person is March 14th. If you choose to vote by mail, the last to postmark your absentee ballot is March 14th. Should you want to hand deliver your absentee ballot, you will need to do so by…
Read MoreEarly voting for the March 15 primary election
Today is the first day of early voting for the March 15 primary. Click here to view the days and hours of early voting. If you would like to vote by mail, request your absentee ballot today by filling out this form and mailing it to your county board of elections. To find out which candidates…
Read More[PAD] Now Hiring a Program Coordinator for Fundraiser and Events – Apply Today!
Join our team today! We are seeking a highly motivated and bright individual who possesses a diversified set of skills for a special events coordinator position. The position will plan and execute the annual fall gala, spring luncheon as well as develop and execute other fundraising events which align with the mission and vision of…
Read MoreOhio House Moves Hears Testimony In Support of Online Voter Registration
Today, ASIA, Inc., and members of the Ohio Fair Elections Network (OFEN) submitted a joint testimony for the Ohio House Government Accountability and Oversight Committee regarding online voter registration, proposed law SB63. Online voter registration (OVR) is a key component in a fair, secure, effective election system. This proposed law would allow an eligible Ohio voter to…
Read MoreCarnegie Corporation Discusses The Right To Vote
Carnegie Corporation of New York recently attended a workshop of The New Americans Campaign conference in Huston, Texas in September. Three of ASIA, Inc. staff members attended the conference aimed at Naturalization and Citizenship. Eunice Park – Immigration Attorney Sally Chan – Program Coordinator/ESOL Instructor Kimlee Sureemee – Assistant Manager of Policy, Advocacy, and Development Carnegie…
Read More[News] Learn to be a Delegate!
Want to be a delegate to the National Convention? We’ve got good news! The Center on Civic Engagement training series “New American Delegates” will be holding more webinars in the upcoming weeks to help you get started on becoming a delegate. We’ve expanded the series to cover the process of delegate selection to both the Republican…
Read More[News] ASIA, Inc. and AACS Remind Voters About Upcoming Election
ASIA, Inc., along with longtime partner Asian American Community Services (AACS) canvassed in the Columbus region reminding Asian American voter about the upcoming November 3rd General Election. Our volunteers took time out of their busy schedule to contact registered voters about ballot initiative, polling locations, polling hours and any other questions in English, Cantonese, Mandarin…
Read More[News] #ActToChange – The Movement Against Bullying
The campaign website, ActToChange.org, includes video and music empowerment playlists, and encourages you to “Take a Pledge” to join the #ActToChange movement and stand up against bullying. As one out of three AAPIs does not speak English fluently, resources are available in Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Punjabi, Urdu, and Vietnamese. “Act To Change” will also feature video…
Read MoreAre You Register to Vote in Ohio?
Election season is upon us. As a reminder, today is the last day to register to vote in Ohio. You can update your registration here or you can download the registration form here and mail it to your Board of Elections today. Early voting begins tomorrow, Tuesday, October 6.
Read MoreYou're Invited to Ohio AAPI Legislative Day, October 20, 2015
Register here: https://goo.gl/K6YiGp The fifth Ohio Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Legislative Day is scheduled to take place on October 20th at the Ohio Statehouse. This event is hosted and sponsored by the Asian Services in Action, Inc. (ASIA), Ohio Asian American Health Coalition (OAAHC), and the governor’s Ohio Asian American and Pacific Islander Advisory Council (OAAPIAC); aimed to raise…
Read More