The Race and Social Equity Task Force (RSET) is a coalition of leaders from the Central District, Southeast Seattle, and the Chinatown-International District, who represent neighborhoods historically redlined and at high-displacement risk.
CACCWA supports local businesses with resiliency loans
The Cambodian American Community Council of Washington (CACCWA) has announced updates to its Small Business Resiliency Loan (SBRL) Program, aimed at assisting Cambodian American businesses across Washington State.
Lawsuit alleges racial discrimination against Asian Americans
A new lawsuit accuses the District Attorney of Alameda County, California of anti-Asian discrimination.
Boeing dismantles DEI department
Boeing has reportedly disbanded its global diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) department.
Passing down food from generation to generation: Seattle Filipinos celebrate Filipino American History Month with food and family
For many Filipinos in Seattle, a major way of connecting with their culture throughout October’s Filipino American History Month is through food.
Funding restoration efforts for Seattle Channel amid budget concerns
In a move to secure the future of the Seattle Channel, Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss has proposed bridge funding and new legislation aimed at restoring and enhancing the channel’s resources.
White House Diwali event
President Joe Biden honored South Asian American immigrants during the annual Diwali celebration at the White House on Oct. 28.
Kin On Home Care relocates to new office in CID
Kin On Home Care and Social Services has officially moved to a new location in the Chinatown-International District (CID), following four years at the Pacific Rim Center.
Michigan school board president criticized for stereotyping Asians
Recent emails from the president of the Troy School District board in Michigan have sparked controversy. They argue that Karl Schmidt’s comments reinforce harmful stereotypes about Asian American families. These […]
Coast Guard names ship after a Filipino American
The U.S. Coast Guard officially commissioned the Coast Guard Cutter Florence Finch (WPC-1157) during a ceremony at Coast Guard Base Seattle on Oct. 24, marking a historic moment as the first active military ship in the United States named after a Filipino American.