For CAA, 2021 brought another challenging year of uncertainty and hardship in the pandemic. Looking back on the past year, we are heartened by the fortitude of our friends, allies, and team members in navigating these times.

From immigrant outreach to violence prevention, CAA programs and services made a big difference in the lives of Chinese immigrant communities this November.

CAA has grown quickly over the past 18 months to meet increased community needs and to provide broad leadership on a range of issues. As our work expands and evolves, what hasn’t changed, and will not change, is our commitment to civil rights and the communities we serve. Read on for the latest in civic engagement, immigrant justice, and more.

As our movement continues to gain influence and recognition, we are reminded of the power of coalition-building in advancing justice. Read our newsletter to learn more about how CAA continues to build bridges and improve livelihoods.

CAA is redoubling its efforts to build a progressive AAPI movement.  For us, this work began more than 52 years ago, and we are excited to continue our fight for racial and social justice. Read on to learn more about how CAA is meeting the present moment.

Ahead of a report by the U.S. intelligence on the origins of COVID-19, Asian American organizations wrote a letter to President Biden urging him to redouble efforts to protect the AAPI community.

We are saddened by the passing of our friend and longtime supporter Hung Liu, a trailblazing artist best known for her larger-than-life portraits of the Chinese diaspora. Liu died August 7, 2021 in an Oakland hospital from pancreatic cancer. She was 73.