[Training Opportunity] USCIS Invitation: Immigration Relief for Victims of Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence and Other Serious Crimes
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) invites you to participate in a webinar on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Eastern to discuss the various relief…
Read MoreJoin the Webinar: Recognizing and Addressing the Needs of AAPIs with Disabilities
A message from the White House Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders: On Thursday, December 12, from 3:00-4:00 PM ET, please join us for a conference call and webinar on Recognizing and…
Read More[GOOGLE+ HANGOUT] ASIANS IN OHIO CALL ON SPEAKER BOEHNER TO ACT NOW ON IMMIGRATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Michael Byun November 26, 2013 …
Read MoreAction: Help lower the naturalization fee
A message from The National Partnership for New Americans: Action: Join us in helping lower the naturalization fee The National Immigrant Integration Conference (NIIC) 2013 is underway, but whether you…
Read MoreInvitation to APIAVote's Tasting Democracy : Wine Tasting Benefit
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Read MoreCongressman Tim Ryan announces $775,000 Grant Award to Asian Service Action Inc. of Akron
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday Nov. 7, 2013 Contact: Pat Lowry (330) 740-0193 Congressman Tim Ryan announces $775,000 Grant Award to Asian Service Action Inc. of Akron Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Ryan…
Read More2013 Election Day- Bilingual Assistance Hotline
Bilingual assistance is available on election day. Please help spread the word to your friends and family! TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2013. Hotline Hours: 5:30 AM – 8:30 PM EST If you need help…
Read MoreAPIASF and GMS scholarship 2014 available!
Asian and Pacific Islander Scholarship Fund (APIASF) and has a lot of information about resources and scholarships for youth. The APIASF and GMS Scholarship applications for 2014 are now available…
Read MoreLearn about the Health Insurance Marketplace in Vietnamese
The White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) invites you to join our Google Hangout in Vietnamese on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 3:00 pm ET. One…
Read MoreEconomic Impact Study Documents Positive Effect of Refugees Resettling in Northeast Ohio
A Message from Refugee Services Collaborative of Greater Cleveland: FOR Immediate release: Contact: Brian Upton October 28, 2013 216.702.0703 brian@buildinghopeinthecity.org Economic Impact Study Documents Positive Effect of Refugees Resettling in…
Read MoreICE Alleviates Immigrants’ Concerns About Applying For Obamacare
ICE Clarifies That Information on Health Insurance Applications Will Not Be Used for Immigration Enforcement WASHINGTON — On October 25, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed that immigrant parents…
Read MoreAsiaTown Forum: Meet the Ward 7 Council Candidates
Please join the Asian community for an important nonpartisan forum on Nov. 1st at 6pm at Asian Town Center. You’ll have a chance to meet the Ward 7 City Council…
Read MoreThe Asian Smoker's Quitline in Chinese (Simplified and Tradition), Korean and Vietnamese
華語戒煙專線是一條全國的免費熱線（有廣東話、普通話、韓語及越南語服務）： 中文（廣東話及普通話）服務熱線：週一至週五早上8點至晚上9點1-800-838-8917 詳情請瀏覽網站：www.asiansmokersquitline.org 华语戒烟专线是一条全国的免费热线（有广东话、普通话、韩语及越南语服务）： 中文（广东话及普通话）服务热线：周一至周五早上8点至晚上9点 1-800-838-8917 详情请浏览网站： www.asiansmokersquitline.org 아시아 금연전화 (Quitline)는 금연을 위한 전화도움을 전국 어디서나 아시아 언어로 무료제공하고 있습니다. 한국어를 원하시면, 1-800-556-5546으로 전화하세요. 베트남어를 원하시면 전화 1-800-778-8440으로 전화하세요. 더 자세한…
Read MoreTickets on Sale Now for Linsanity: the Movie Mon. Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m.
A message from OCA Greater Cleveland: Reserve your tickets today for an exclusive screening of the documentary, Linsanity on Monday, November 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cinemark in Valley…
Read MoreNo Muffin Left Behind Sale
A message from Akron Canton Foodbank and Main Street Gourmet: What: No Muffin Left Behind Sale Where: Akron Canton Regional Foodbank 350 Opportunity Parkway Akron, OH 44307 When: Saturday, November…
Read MoreASIA's Free Community Legal Education Workshop – October Schedule
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Read MoreWin FREE registration to the Advancing Justice Conference!
The Advancing Justice Conference is just 42 days away! Here are some important deadlines to keep in mind: Win FREE registration: Enter your photo in the “Advancing Justice Is …” Photo…
Read MorePosition Available: Manager of Cultural Outreach
For interested candidates, please send resume and cover letter to Mao Vue (mvue@asiaohio.org). No calls please. Position Available: Manager, Cultural Outreach Location: Akron, Ohio Pay Rate: Based on qualifications (.75-1.0…
Read MoreAffordable Care Act Limited-English Outreach and Support for Asian Community in Ohio
For Immediate Release October 1, 2013 Please contact: Rui Zhang, Communication and Policy Assistant | rzhang@asiaohio.org |330-535-3263 x224 Affordable Care Act Limited-English Outreach and Support for Asian Community in Ohio…
Read MoreWhite House Initiative on AAPIs Spring Internship – Application Deadline Oct 15
A message from the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs): The White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) is currently seeking spring interns.…
Read MoreChinese Public Engagement: Jiao Liu event on September 26
Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA) hosted a viewing party for USCIS Chinese Public Engagement: Jiao Liu event on September 26, 2013, where more than twenty Chinese-speaking community members were…
Read MoreAfterschool program serving newcomer families’ children receives generous GAR Foundation support
For Immediate Release September 16, 2013 Please contact: Rui Zhang, Communication and Policy Assistant | rzhang@asiaohio.org |330-535-3263 x224 Afterschool program serving newcomer families’ children receives generous GAR Foundation support Akron,…
Read MoreShare Your Family Immigration Story
SHARE YOUR FAMILY IMMIGRATION STORY Are you the parent of a child who “aged out” of the immigration system? Do you know a family experiencing this hardship? …
Read MoreAdditional Immigrants May Now Qualify for In-state Tuition in Ohio
Recently the Ohio Board of Regents made an important change regarding which immigrants may qualify as Ohio residents for purposes of in-state tuition. The Board expanded the list, which already …
Read MoreThis Sunday…Celebrating Women's Power & Presence
Come join a coalition of diverse Clevelanders to raise consciousness to eliminate Violence again Women. Sunday, September 22, 2013 @The Old Stone Church, 91 Public Square (Downtown) and a Ceremonial…
Read MoreThe Second Annual Music & Medicine Conference
Join Asian American Community Alliance’s Second Annual Music & Medicine Conference! Time: October 4, 2013 8:00 am-3:30 pm Location: Crossroads Community Church 3500 Madison Road, Cincinnati OH 45209…
Read MoreChinese Public Engagement- 入籍程序：如何成為美國公民
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) invites you to participate in a free Chinese-language engagement on the naturalization process. USCIS representatives will be available to answer your questions in Chinese…
Read MoreTwo New Positions for Self-Sufficiency Department Available
Position Available: Program Coordinator – Job Development (Self-Sufficiency Department) Location: Cleveland Pay Rate: BOE (.50-1.0 FTE) Asian Services In Action (ASIA) is a growing non-profit multi-service agency with two…
Read MoreThe YouToons Get Ready for Obamacare
Are you ready for #Obamacare? Join the YouToons as they walk through the basic changes in the way Americans will get health coverage and what it will cost starting in…
Read MoreNueva Luz Urban Resource Center (NLURC)'s Annual fundraising Event
An invitation from NLURC: Food | Live Music | Dancing | Silent Auction | Raffles Join us for a masquerade ball full of food, music, and dancing as we celebrate…
Read MoreAffordable Care Act: Creating Health Access for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
By Howard K. Koh, M.D., MPH Assistant Secretary for Health Every one of us knows someone- a friend, a relative, or maybe a patient- who couldn’t receive the care they…
Read MorePosition Available: Finance and Program Assistant
Position Available: Finance and Program Assistant Location: Akron Pay Rate: Based on experience (1.0 FTE) with full benefits If you are interested, please send your resume with a cover letter…
Read MorePosition Available: Program Assistant- READY Program
Position Available: Program Assistant, READY Program Location: Akron, Ohio Pay Rate: negotiable (based on qualifications) – this is a part time position If you are interested, please email…
Read MoreLearn about the Health Insurance Marketplace in Korean
The White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) invites you to join our Google Hangout in Korean on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 3:00 pm ET. Nearly…
Read MoreProtecting Our Children
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s Citizens Legal Academy is hosting a panel discussion on safeguarding children, how the City of Cleveland responds to child crimes and resources to protect loved ones.…
Read MoreUSCIS Stakeholder Message: Recent Telephone Scams
In recent weeks, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) learned of a new telephone scam targeting USCIS applicants and petitioners. Scammers are using a technique called “Caller ID spoofing” to…
Read MoreCenters for Disease Control (CDC) Campaign Recruitment
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is recruiting ex-smokers of Asian heritage to appear in an ad campaign about the health effects of cigarette smoking. Please see the flyer for more…
Read MoreOhio Association of Foodbanks and Consortium Organizations received funds by HHS
HHS announced the Ohio Association of Foodbanks and its consortium of social service agencies will receive $1.9 million in federal funds to provide in-person assistance to consumers in Ohio. Asian…
Read MoreSexual Assualt PSA on Erie Chinese Journal
ASIA’s Sexual Assault PSA on Erie Chinese Journal: more than 8,000 copies have been distributed to areas include the greater Cleveland area, Columbus, Pittsburgh, places in Kentucky and New York.…
Read MoreFree Heart & Vascular Screenings
Akron General Heart & Vascular Center is offering free heart & vascular screenings on September 21, 2013 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. <Download the flyer here>
Read MoreNEW REPORT ON 2012 ELECTION FINDS LANGUAGE ASSISTANCE A KEY ISSUE FOR ASIAN AMERICAN VOTERS
A message from Asian American Justice Center (AAJC): NEW REPORT ON 2012 ELECTION FINDS LANGUAGE ASSISTANCE A KEY ISSUE FOR ASIAN AMERICAN VOTERS Asian Americans Advancing Justice has released a…
Read More[August 31] Grace Park Community Picnic
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Read MoreHAPI Fresh Newsletter (August 2013)
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Read MoreNeighborFood Akron Community Garden Tour & Healthy Potluck
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Read MorePOLICE BRUTALITY- AGAIN! Victim of the System, Tongan Man Dies In Arizona
For Immediate Release August 7, 2013 Please Contact: O. Fahina Tavake-Pasi, National Tongan American Society | Phone: 801. 467. 8712 Cell: 801. 915. 4475 Fax: 801. 487. 2656 …
Read MoreKaren Jiobu of the Ohio Asian American Health Coalition Receives National Hepatitis B Champion Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: August 6, 2013 Stacy LavillaDirector of Communications, AAPCHO(510) 272-9536 x110slavilla@aapcho.org Washington, D.C., August 6, 2013 – Karen Jiobu of the Ohio Asian American…
Read MorePlease Sign On: Physicians Fighting for a Future With Optimal Health for All
A message from National Council of Asian Pacific Islander Physicians: Being a physician in America carries both privilege and responsibility. It is our privilege to care for patients, their families and…
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