There has been a steep (roughly 150%) increase in instances of verbal and physical harassment and abuse towards Asians. There have been over 3,000 reported incidents from 3/2020-2/2021. Last week, there were mass shootings committed in 3 Spas in Atlanta, and the shooter took the lives of 8 people, 6 of which were Asian women.

The Behavioral Health Team stands in support of our Asian and Pacific Islander collogues , students & community, and against White Supremacy.

There are various ways to get involved and actively reject violence against BIPOC.

Other ways to get involved:

Speak up when you see things happen is the most direct way. Speak up when you hear people use derogatory terms or references to BIPOC. Interrupting racism, even when it seems 'harmless' or 'inconsequential', can save lives.
Support AAPI Mental Health: Home - ACRS - Asian Counseling & Referral Services, Seattle & Asian Mental Health Collective (asianmhc.org)
Support your local AAPI owned businesses!!
Check out this post for a list of organizations to consider donating to: 11 ways to support Asian American, Pacific Islander communities (insider.com)

FOR AAPI FACULTY & STAFF:

Faculty & Staff in Washington State who identify as AAPI are invited to attend a gathering hosted by Affinity Group: The AAPI-WA Team:

Topic: AAPI-WA Gathering

Time: Tuesday Mar 23, 2021 10:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94099019856?pwd=aGlicUtkaUhkWm1ZU0Q3cWxTbG56dz09

For questions about this event or affinity group , please contact Library Associate Dean , Jessica Koshi-Lum: jkoshi-lum@rtc.edu

If you'd like to process recent events, or take a (paid) breather, please join us Thursdays at 1PM to chat about tools and tips for mood regulation!

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