AANHPI Community Corner: Hate crimes are rising in Washington, building trust must be part of the response
Washington state has long been known for its diversity and opportunity. But recent data shows a trend that calls for continued attention and thoughtful action. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, hate crimes have increased nationwide in recent years, with anti-Asian incidents remaining a concern. In Washington, data from the Washington State Office of […]
Asian Service Center grateful for the outpouring of support
EDMONDS, Wash., June 7, 2023—For two hours on the morning of June 3, hundreds attended the inaugural ceremony of the Asian Service Center (ASC) at Edmonds Waterfront Center to officially introduce the organization to the community. “The turnout was great,” Crystal Xiao, ASC’s Executive Development Officer told the Lynnwood Times. “We loved seeing all of […]
Asian Service Center is set on breaking barriers and building bridges
EDMONDS, Wash., May 23, 2023—At Edmond’s new Asian Service Center (ASC), their mission is to “break barriers” and “build bridges.” They do this by providing much needed resources to immigrants and their families, including translation, health care access, senior care, and youth development, among other things. What started as a service center for mainly Asian […]
