Despite numerous national, state, and local efforts to improve HIV/AIDS surveillance and epidemiology, there continues to be significant gaps in the collection, reporting, and dissemination of HIV/AIDS data related to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) populations. This report includes in-depth case studies of three jurisdictions: New York, Hawaii, and San […]
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Asian American and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Infographic
This infographic was developed by the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum for National Asian American and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2013. Population of focus: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Links to resource: Link on Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum website Infographic (pdf) Date: 2013 Organization: Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum
Suicidal Thoughts among Asians, Native Hawaiians, or Other Pacific Islanders
Suicide affects Americans of every racial and ethnic group. Each year millions of adults think about and attempt suicide. Raising awareness within racial and ethnic groups can help prevent suicide. One such group is the Asian, Native Hawaiian, or other Pacific Islander population. According to the combined 2008 to 2011 National Surveys on Drug Use […]
The it’s ok campaign: Ending Mental Health Stigma in the Asian American Community
The “it’s ok” campaign aims to bring attention to and promote awareness of mental health issues in the Asian community. By leveraging the power of social media, the campaign hopes to foster greater dialogue about mental health issues, eliminate the stigma associated with it, and connect those seeking help with one another and with the […]
The State of The Hmong American Community
The State of the Hmong American Community report is a compilation of work from scholars that analyze the current state of Hmong Americans across the United States. It is based upon 2010 Census data, the American Community Survey, and academic literature reviews. Each piece assesses trends in six issue areas, including population growth and demographics, […]
Affordable Housing for Native Hawaiians
Amazing things can come to those who persevere. Together, the Nanakuli Housing Corporation (NHC) and the Barrett Family, of Oahu have persevered to pursue the dream of home ownership for Native Hawaiians. Family members recently broke ground on their new home, the Kawelo Cottage, which they will help build with sweat equity and support from […]