September 17, 2023
AYR was selected as a grant recipient for the CA vs Hate Campaign launch through the California Civil Rights Department. The campaign launched a hotline for anyone to report hate incidents (this includes bullying at school). The California vs Hate campaign is partnering up with activists and cities across the state for United Against Hate Week (UAHW) this upcoming November 12-18th. UAHW is a statewide coalition of civic leaders and activists working together to empower local residents to take action against hate – with an ultimate goal of building inclusive and equitable communities. It encourages seven days of local civic action by people in every community, including hosting events, sharing stories, attending rallies, connecting with local institutions and more.
Interested in helping out during the week? If you’d like to learn about the actions during UAHW and how you can participate, the California Civil Rights Commission will be hosting a convening this coming Wednesday, September 20th at 4pm PST. Please register here ahead of time.
What: United Against Hate Week (UAHW) is a statewide coalition of civic leaders and activists working together to empower local residents to take action against hate.
- AYR is possibly conducting a diversity book drive. Can you donate a favorite book from a diverse author or about a diverse story? We will donate all books to the Rockridge Public Library where we filmed our One Day of AAPI History Lesson. Location to drop of the books TBD.
- AYR is seeking 3 volunteers to create an IG post. You can customize the creatives found here: https://www.unitedagainsthateweek.org/
- AYR is seeking RSVPs for those interested in attending a film screening on Friday, November 18th, in the East Bay, CA (location and film TBD) Ideas? Email info@aapiyouthrising.org.
When: Actions will take place during the week of November 12-18th. AYR’s social medial actions and book drive will take place all week. We will host a film night on Friday, November 18th for those of you near the East Bay. Do you have other local actions for AYR to support? If so, just let us know! We can share your ideas on our website and social and partner with the CA Civil Rights Commission to share your actions!
Where: Virtual and in-person.
Questions for AYR? Email info@aapiyouthrising.org for more information about the book drive, volunteering for social campaign and the film night.
Need more info about UAHW? Join the California Civil Rights Commission who will be hosting a convening this coming Wednesday, September 20th at 4pm PST for more information on how you can organize. Please register here ahead of time and state your affiliation with AAPI Youth Rising.