KAMA News: AAPI Statement of solidarity

KAMA DC condemns the racism and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities across the United States and mourns the loss of those murdered in Atlanta. We stand in solidarity with our friends, colleagues, relatives and neighbors who are facing intimidation and violence.

The horrific shootings in Atlanta were a terrible culmination of anti-Asian discrimination and harassment, especially towards women, that is on the rise in our community and in our nation. We call on all those in the DMV, including our leaders, to support our AAPI communities and combat racism.

We aim to actively work against harmful stereotyping and hate while lifting up immigrant voices. KAMA DC is proud to uplift and celebrate the stories and contributions of immigrant AAPI communities. Additionally, we are committed to renewing our fight against all types of racism.

Visit the resources below to find ways to support AAPI communities:

• AAPI Community Fund
• APALA’s Resource Guide on Anti-Asian Violence 
• Asian Mental Health Collective
• Stop AAPI Hate
• Asian American Youth Leadership Empowerment and Development
• Compassion in Oakland
• National Asian Pacific American Women's Forum
• Asian Americans Advancing Justice
• Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance