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The Rafu Shimpo: Stop Asian Hate Special Issue

June 4, 2024 by South Asian Network

Find us here on page 14!

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Geared towards serving, supporting, uplifting, and educating Southern California's South Asian community

some posters, a lot of markers, and a room full of

some posters, a lot of markers, and a room full of young people imagining safer communities together 💛

through art, reflection, and honest conversations, youth shared what safety, healing, and belonging mean to them in their own words.

turns out the future looks a lot like community care :)

#southasiannetwork #sanyouth #community #art #advocacy

Our hearts are heavy following the senseless, deva

Our hearts are heavy following the senseless, devastating shooting at a mosque in San Diego during one of the holiest days leading up to Hajj and Eid al-Adha. A place of prayer and peace was turned into a site of violence, and our communities are grieving alongside all those impacted.

We stand in full solidarity with the San Diego community and all who are hurting. We urge everyone to check in on one another, hold space for care, and support those affected during this painful time.

Violence in spaces of worship is never acceptable.

If you or someone you know needs support, SAN is here for you at 562-403-0488 or saninfo@southasiannetwork.org.

SB 995 is at risk of being quietly stalled tomorro

SB 995 is at risk of being quietly stalled tomorrow, 5/14.
This bill exists because of survivors like Masuma Khan and the urgent need to stop detention systems from operating without consent or accountability. Even with strong community support, bills in the Appropriations suspense file can be delayed or quietly killed.
We can’t let that happen. Take action with us today. Call, email, share, and help us keep the pressure on.

More info + action steps at the link in our bio.

#sb995 #calltoaction #southasiannetwork #southasiancommunity

Watch as our Community Organizer speaks with ABC7

Watch as our Community Organizer speaks with ABC7 about South Asian Network’s presence at the May Day rally and our commitment to uplifting and supporting our communities.

#southasiannetwork #mayday #abc7news #southasian #nonprofitorganization

We do this work because our community deserves to

We do this work because our community deserves to feel supported, cared for, and never alone❤️ For so many of us, this work is personal. It’s about giving back to the community that raised us, fighting for families who deserve better, and creating spaces where people feel safe, heard, and valued.

This Give in May, we hope you’ll support SAN and help us continue this work. Even a small donation goes a long way for our community. Thank you for always showing up for us the way we try to show up for you.

#giveinmay #donate #southasiannetwork #southasian #southasiannonprofit

If you can wait in line for chai, you can wait in

If you can wait in line for chai, you can wait in line to vote 🤝

SAN in partnership with @causeusa and @lacountyrrcc is bringing a Mobile Vote Center to the community so voting feels a little more accessible, welcoming, and local!
📍 SAN Los Angeles Office
🗓️ Sunday, May 31, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Whether it’s your first time voting or you’ve been doing this for years, we’re here to help make the process accessible and welcoming for everyone 🥳

Flyer available in Bangla, Hindi, Urdu, Nepali and Punjabi! Swipe away ➡️

#voting #southasiannetwork #nonprofit #lavotes

Hate is rising across California, and our communit

Hate is rising across California, and our communities are feeling it every day. The Stop the Hate program provides critical support for survivors to heal, stay safe, and rebuild their lives, but this funding is at risk.

We need action now.

Call and email your State Senator and Assemblymember by May 15 to support continued funding for Stop the Hate.

Everything you need to take action is in our bio, find your legislator and send your message today.

#southasiannetwork #stopthehate #southasiancommunity #nonprofits

SAN AT THE MAY DAY MARCH 2026 🗣️ Today we took up

SAN AT THE MAY DAY MARCH 2026 🗣️

Today we took up space in the streets with thousands of others, raising our voices for workers’ dignity, justice, and power. ✊🏽

South Asian Network was proud to march alongside fellow organizations, friends, and community members in solidarity with workers across movements. From powerful speeches to the sound of dhol echoing through the crowd, the energy was loud, joyful, and unstoppable.

Grateful to be part of collective action that reminds us change is built together, in every step, every voice, and every presence.

#southasiannetwork #mayday #southasiansunite #southasiannonprofit #southasian

“Good morning everyone…” Today, that voice carried

“Good morning everyone…”
Today, that voice carried through the streets as we marched for workers everywhere. As South Asian Network, along with fellow organizations and friends, we are proud to stand in moments like this, grounded in solidarity, resistance, and care.

We showed up with rhythm and truth, uplifting Punjabi truck drivers and all South Asian workers, who keep this country moving, even as they are pushed to the margins.

Huge shoutout to our dhol players who brought the rhythm and joy, filling the streets with energy and spirit. 🥁

We are grateful to be part of movements that remind us immigrants are not just labor, we are community, culture, and power.

When we come together across all our differences, we are unstoppable.

The people united will never be divided. ✊🏽🧡

#southasiannetwork #mayday2026 #southasiansunite #southasiannonprofit #southasianvoices

Give in May is here. This month, we are coming to

Give in May is here.

This month, we are coming together to care for our community in real, tangible ways. At South Asian Network, we see every day how access to culturally rooted, multilingual support can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Our goal is $25,000 to continue providing health access, public benefits support, and crisis services for individuals and families who need us most.

If you’re able, please consider giving. And just as importantly, please share this with your friends and family so this circle of care can grow.

Every act of support matters more than you know.

#southasiannetwork #giveinmay #donatenow #southasiancommunity

This May Day, South Asian Network is proud to stan

This May Day, South Asian Network is proud to stand in solidarity with workers across movements and communities.✊🏽

Join our contingent on May 1, 2026 as we march for dignity, justice, and workers’ rights.
Find us by the sound, our contingent will be accompanied throughout the march by dhol player Jup G (@jupgonthebeat

📞 Questions or need help connecting with us? Call our main line: 562-403-0488

#mayday #southasiannetwork #workersrights #southasianvoices

Denim Day is more than wearing jeans, it’s a stand

Denim Day is more than wearing jeans, it’s a stand against victim-blaming and a reminder that consent matters, always. 💙

This day began after a court ruling suggested what someone wore could imply consent. We wear denim to challenge that harm, stand with survivors, and push for accountability and change.

If you or someone you know needs support, you’re not alone. Reach out to local resources, hotlines, or trusted community spaces for care and guidance.

📞 211 – local resources & referrals
📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (or text BEGIN to 88788)
📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call/text 988

#denimday #southasiannetwork #sexualassaultawarenessmonth #southasian

In many South Asian homes, nothing goes to waste,

In many South Asian homes, nothing goes to waste, fruit peels, chai leaves, and leftovers are all part of a cycle of care!!

Composting is just an extension of that wisdom. It’s a simple way to reduce waste and give back to the earth.

Getting started:
🥕 Separate your food scraps
🌱 Use your green bin (check local guidelines)
🍂 Add cardboard or yard waste to keep things balanced. Small habits at home can make a real difference for our communities and future generations.
Learn more: recyclingreimaginedca.com

#southasiannetwork #southasiansustainability #compost #recycle #zerowastetips

Sexual violence impacts people of all genders, age

Sexual violence impacts people of all genders, ages, and communities, yet many survivors carry their experiences in silence. The effects can be emotional, mental, and physical, often lasting long after the incident itself.

For many survivors, especially within South Asian communities, stigma, shame, and cultural pressures can make it even harder to speak out or seek support. Conversations about sexual violence are often avoided, leaving survivors to navigate trauma alone.

By educating ourselves, challenging harmful myths, and creating spaces rooted in compassion and accountability, we can help break that silence. Supporting survivors starts with listening, believing, and respecting their experiences.

If you or someone you know needs support, resources and community organizations are available. Healing is possible, and no one should have to go through it alone.

#southasiannetwork #sexualassaultawareness #sexualassaultawarenessmonth #genderbasedviolence #southasian

Across South Asia, many communities are celebratin

Across South Asia, many communities are celebrating the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year. 🌸🌾 From Baisakhi and Naya Barsha to Pohela Boishakh, Puthandu, Vishu, Bihu, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Navreh, Cheti Chand, and Aluth Avurudu, this season marks renewal, harvest, and fresh beginnings.

South Asian Network celebrates the rich diversity of traditions in our communities and wishes everyone celebrating a joyful and prosperous new year!

Did we miss a celebration? Let us know in the comments ❤️

We’re proud to join over 40 AANHPI partner organiz

We’re proud to join over 40 AANHPI partner organizations in uplifting this important community conversation.

Join us for the AANHPI California Gubernatorial Forum on Saturday, April 18th from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at World Mission University. This nonpartisan forum creates a meaningful space for California’s gubernatorial candidates to engage directly with AANHPI communities and address the issues that matter most to our families, health, safety, and future.

📍 World Mission University
🗓 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

RSVP at the link in bio / QR code on flyer.

#southasiannetwork #SAN #AANHPI #southasiancommunity #gubernatorialforum

Our Executive Director Shakeel Syed, joined partne

Our Executive Director Shakeel Syed, joined partners, advocates, and community leaders in Washington, D.C. at the Supreme Court to defend birthright citizenship and the 14th Amendment.

A special thank you to @saajco for organizing and bringing advocates together for this important moment.

Organizational Statement on Gender Based Violence,

Organizational Statement on Gender Based Violence, Accountability, and Community Care.

SAN on the ground at Capitol Hill. Our Executive

SAN on the ground at Capitol Hill.

Our Executive Director Shakeel Syed and Deputy Director Hina Ahmad are joining partners from across the South Asian Coalition to elevate the urgent issues impacting our communities from immigration and labor rights to community safety.

Spaces like this are more than briefings, they are opportunities to challenge harmful narratives, advocate for just policies, and build power across movements.
Grateful to stand in community with organizers, advocates, and leaders committed to dignity, equity, and justice for all.

#southasiancoalition #capitolhill #immigrantjustice #communitypower #southasiannetwork

South Asian Immigration Briefing with Congressiona

South Asian Immigration Briefing with Congressional Official Jayapal & Meng by ASATA Power and the South Asian Coalition

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