It Would Create a Healthier Mouth for Everyone
A Message from UHCAN Ohio. UHCAN Ohio and Dental Access Now! released the second video in their campaign highlighting Ohioans from across the state and their struggles to obtain dental…
Read MoreSign on to support immigrant women – DEADLINE THURSDAY, JULY 25TH
A message from We Belong Together, the Women’s Refugee Commission, and Asian Americans Advancing Justice-AAJC: The time is now! We need the House of Representatives to move forward with an immigration…
Read MoreYou Are Invited: to ICEP’s last day celebration
International Community Empowerment Project (ICEP) End of Summer Program Party July 25,2013 Findley CLC 65 W. Tallmadge Avenue, Akron 44310 Lunch 12:00 noon The last day for the ICEP summer…
Read MoreSAVE THE DATE: 2013 Gala and Fundraiser, November 15, 2013
We are waiting for the graphic design. But we can’t wait to share with you… Please SAVE THE DATE: November 15, 2013 at Ariel International Center. Join our 2013 Gala…
Read MoreCancer Prevention Workshop August 10, 2013
“Staying Healthy: Reducing the risk of cancers” This is a free educational workshop on preventable cancers. Learn some of the top cancers that can be preventable in your community and…
Read MoreSAVE THE DATE: Global Village Festival of Greater Akron
SAVE THE DATE: September 14th, 1 pm-8 pm. Location: Lock 3, Downtown Akron. Join the Second Global Village Festival of Greater Akron and enjoy a celebration of International and ethnic…
Read MoreFree Legal Advice! August 13, 2013
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland in partnership with ASIA will hold a FREE naturalization clinic: Come to this clinic if you are an LPR seeking information and help with…
Read MoreThis week is Million Hearts Campaign Pledge week (July 15-19)
Million Hearts™ is a national initiative to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes over the next five years. Heart disease and stroke are two of the leading causes of death in the United States. The…
Read MoreGrant for Newcomer Family Support Center from Higley Fund of Cleveland Foundation
For Immediate Release July 3, 2013 Please contact: Rui Zhang, Communication and Policy Assistant | rzhang@asiaohio.org | 330-535-3263 x 224 DOWNLOAD HERE. Grant for Newcomer Family Support Center from Higley…
Read MoreThe McGregor Foundation and the Bruening Foundation Support Asian Services In Action’s Senior Success
For Immediate Release July 1, 2013 Please contact: Rui Zhang, Communication and Policy Assistant | rzhang@asiaohio.org | 330-535-3263 x 224 DOWNLOAD HERE. The McGregor Foundation and the Bruening Foundation Support…
Read More[PRESS RELEASE] The Ohio State Bar Foundation Continues Support for ASIA’s Community Legal Education Project II
For Immediate Release June 25, 2013 Please contact: Rui Zhang, Communication and Policy Assistant | rzhang@asiaohio.org | 330-535-3263 x 224 DOWNLOAD HERE. The Ohio State Bar Foundation Continues Support for…
Read MoreProject Learn, in partnership with ASIA, Inc., announces ESOL Classes Summer Schedule 2013
Where will it be? Asian Services in Action, Inc. (ASIA, Inc.) 730 Carroll St, Akron, OH 44304 When will it be? See schedule below. Requirements: All students must attend ESOL…
Read MoreLimited English Proficiency (LEP) Resources and Tools
This section includes documents pertaining to persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). This means persons who are unable to communicate effectively in English because their primary language is not English…
Read More[Press Release] ASIA-ICHC Receives Support from the Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation
For Immediate Release June 24, 2013 Please contact: Rui Zhang, Communication and Policy Assistant | rzhang@asiaohio.org | 330-535-3263 x 224 DOWNLOAD HERE. ASIA-ICHC Receives Support from the Elisabeth Severance Prentiss…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: Asian American and Pacific Islander Poverty Grows in Wake of Recession
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2013 Contact: Kevin Sanada (202) 223-2442 kevin@nationalcapacd.org NEW YORK, NY – The National Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community Development (National CAPACD) unveiled findings from…
Read MoreGrant to Lucky Seniors on Nutritional and Environmental Awareness Education
For Immediate Release June 19, 2013 Please contact: Please contact: Rui Zhang, Communication and Policy Assistant | rzhang@asiaohio.org | 330-535-3263 x 224 Download this press release. Grant to Lucky Seniors…
Read MoreAsian Smokers' Quitline!
The Asian Smokers’ Quitline offers free nationwide telephone assistance to Asian-language speakers who want to quit smoking. For Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), call 1-800-838-8917. For Korean, call 1-800-556-5564. For Vietnamese, call 1-800-778-8440. To…
Read MoreGlobal Cleveland Congressional Roundtable Discussion with Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur
A message from Global Cleveland: On Wednesday, May 29, Global Cleveland hosted a roundtable discussion with U.S. Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur on the topic of comprehensive immigration reform. Business, legal, and…
Read MoreAsian American Voters Continue Decade-Long Trend, Add 500,000 New Voters
June 7, 2013 WASHINGTON—Asian American Justice Center (AAJC), Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote), and National Asian American Survey (NAAS) today issued the following statement on the release of…
Read MoreAriel International Arts Academy 2013 Summer Camp!
Download the flyer here.
Read MoreIndia International June 2013 Issue Now Available!
India International‘s June 2013 issue is on the stands! June Issue Highlights: Indian-American Students Dominate National Spelling and Geographic Bees Load Venkateswara Temple Opens in Richfield And Plus Regular Features:…
Read MoreToward a Healthier, Safer Community- Survey Report on Violence in Asian Immigrant Homes
Korean American Women in Need (KAN-WIN) just published its community survey report on violence in Asian immigrant homes. It’s available in English and Korean. Please click here to view in English,…
Read MoreAAPCHO Petition Effort Underway!
A message from Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations (AAPCHO): Last week, AAPCHO launched its petition campaign to generate support for immigration reform legislation that includes access to health care programs…
Read MoreThe Demographic and Economic Impacts of New Americans on All 50 States
June 5, 2013 Washington D.C. – Today, the Immigration Policy Center releases all 50 updated state-by-state fact sheets with accompanying infographics, which highlight the demographic and economic impact of New Americans,…
Read MoreA banquet of ideas at Akron's Growing Hope Food Summit
by WKSU’s VIVIAN GOODMAN This story is part of a special series. The second annual food summit sponsored by Akron Summit Community Action shared a common goal of better health. WKSU’s Vivian Goodman…
Read MoreThe Health Care Law and You In-Language Resources
The Health Care Law and You is a presentation tool developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to educate community members about the benefits of the Affordable Care Act. This…
Read More“The Lotus” May 2013 Issue Now Available
The May 2013 issue of The Lotus is now available online! Click here to print or save your free digital copy. The Lotus is a free monthly publication of the Federation of India Community Associations (FICA) in…
Read More19th Annual Asian Festival Celebrates Asian Culture with Emphasis on Korea, Southeast Asia
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Read More2013 Asian Pacific Heritage Day
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Read MoreThe Health Care Law and You 醫療衛生法與你
The Health Care Law and You is a presentation developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to educate community members about the benefits of the Affordable Care…
Read MoreAPIAHF Commemorates National API HIV/AIDS Awareness Day by Releasing Report on HIV/AIDS Data Needs and Promising Practices
A message from Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF): May 20, 2013 WASHINGTON—To commemorate National Asian & Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on May 19, the Asian &…
Read MoreGreat Infographic on AAPI needs and disparities
White House Initiative on Asian Amerians and Pacific Islanders published a great info graphic addressing AAPI needs and disparities on Health, Economic and Community Development, Civil and Immigrant Rights, and educational opportunities.…
Read MoreThe Year of the Dollar
-Click here to read the article on IBmag- By Dan Hanson Cleveland’s Asian population is having a quantifiable economic impact on the city. The term “Chinatown” probably makes you think of…
Read MoreTAKING ROOT WORKSHOP: Digital Storytelling to Fight HIV Stigma in A&PI Communities
Do you have a personal story to tell about HIV, but you don’t know how to tell it? Learn how by using the power of digital storytelling. In this three-day…
Read MoreHelp Recruit Bone Marrow Donors for South Asian Mother
[May 18th 11 am to 4 PM] Swab your cheek and help Nalini find a bone marrow match at the Cleveland ASIA Festival’s Health Pavilion !
Read MoreHealth Outreach Partners (HOP) Announced Its National Needs Assessment Summary Results
Health Outreach Partners (HOP) announced the summary results of its 2012-2013 National Needs Assessment. The focus of the needs assessment was to collect data on outreach programs that serve under-served populations at community health centers…
Read MorePresident Obama proclaimed May 2013 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH, 2013 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Each May, our Nation comes together to recount the ways Asian…
Read MoreLots of Great Events in April and May in Greater Cleveland Area
1. Asia Town Flea Market Date and Time: Begins April 15, every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: 6202 St. Clair Avenue (maker classes) and Norwood Avenue at…
Read MoreHealth Care Law Webinars for April and May 2013
The HHS Partnership Center continues to host a series of webinars for faith and community leaders. All webinars are open to the public and include a question and answer session.…
Read MoreASIA, Inc. Project RAISE Working with Community Organizations to Maximize Opportunities for Healthy Living in the Asian American Community of Greater Cleveland
For Immediate Release April 22, 2013 Please contact: Cathy Vue, Program Coordinator | cvue@asiaohio.org | 330-535-3263 x226 Download this press release. ASIA, Inc. Project RAISE Working with Community Organizations to Maximize Opportunities for Healthy…
Read More[PRESS EVENT]Family Immigration and Impact on Cleveland's Asian Community complete video on Vimeo
Time: Thursday 04/04/13 1pm-2pm Location: Philippine Cultural Center Vimeo Channel Host: Johnny Wu Description: Presently, there are 4.3 million people waiting to receive their visas in what is commonly known as…
Read MoreNew Report on LEP and Immigrant Crime Victims' Access to Police Assistance by NIWAP
In March of 2013, the National Immigrant Women’s Advocacy Project (NIWAP) at American University Washington College of Law conducted a nationwide survey of immigrant victim’s advocates and attorneys to learn about the…
Read More[APPEAL-API] Video Presentation on Smoke-free Housing Strategies in Asian American Communities in NYC
A Message from APPEAL (Asian Pacific Partners for Empowerment, Advocacy and Leaders): NYC Smoke-Free has made a video available on smoke-free housing strategies in New York City. In the presentations,…
Read MoreAPIAHF and Nearly a Thousand Health Advocates Speak Up for Language Needs in Health Reform
News from APIAHF (Asian Pacific Islander American Health Forum). ASIA Inc is part of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) Postcard Campaign. April 9, 2013 WASHINGTON—With the open enrollment period for the…
Read MoreProject Learn will be offering a new class–Workplace Readiness at ASIA
Click here for the flyer. Location: ASIA, Inc.–730 Carroll St., Akron OH 44304 Dates: April 16 – June 27, 2013 Time: 12 – 2:30 p.m. Target audience: intermediate/advanced students Course…
Read MoreAdvocacy Request from the Area Agency on Aging
A message from Area Agency on Aging 10b Inc. We received word late Friday that the House definitely does not have the votes to pass Medicaid expansion. AARP and many…
Read MoreGlobal Cleveland's Asian Initiative Designed to Attract, Retain Asians
Click here to read the original news. THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2013 Global Cleveland recently launched its Asian Initiative, a program to attract and retain Asian talent to the region. “Asians are now…
Read More5K ADM Recovery Challenge May 18 Supports Summit County ADM Board
A letter from Summit County ADM Support Committee: Are you up for the challenge? On Saturday, May 18, the ADM Recovery Challenge, a Subway Series 5K obstacle course event, will…
Read MoreASIA's Press Event (04/04/13) coverage on Global Cleveland
Proposed Elimination of Family-Based Visas Would Hurt the Growth of Cleveland’S Asian Community Click here to view it on Global Cleveland Proposed legislation to eliminate two family-related immigration categories would…
Read MoreFamily immigration issues for Cleveland's Asian community
Coverage of ASIA’s Press Event from clevelandpeople.com Philippine Cultural Center April 4, 2013 Click here for the original news and video clips. Currently there are considerable discussions at the federal level about immigration…
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