Prepare and protect:
Hate crime resources
Resources from OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates
Report a hate incident
Sharing your story will allow us to act and connect you with local counseling resources. With your consent, volunteer researchers may use your report to study hate incident trends over time.
Rapid response toolkit
OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates has partnered with The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) and other civil rights groups to provide updated safety guidance for before, during and after hate arises.
Situational awareness workshop
OCA’s Situational Awareness Workshop (SAW) is a free, 1.5 hour, interactive training to teach people on how to be a confident and effective bystander against racism and discrimination. At the end of the training, each participant will have the tools to be able to intervene as a bystander whenever they see or experience harassment.
Request or register for a training.
AAPI history webinar series
OCA has launched a webinar series centering around AAPI hate crimes throughout U.S. history.
Pro Bono Legal Services & Community Organizations
American Civil Liberties Union
The ACLU works in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to all people in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States.
View ACLU's resources and list of regional offices here.
Anti-Defamation League
ADL fights anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry, defends democratic ideals and protects civil rights for all.
View ADL's resources and list of offices here.
Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund
AALDEF is a national organization that protects and promotes the civil rights of Asian Americans. By combining litigation, advocacy, education, and organizing, AALDEF works with Asian American communities across the country to secure human rights for all.
Contact AALDEF for legal assistance at 1-800-966-5946 or on their website.
Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD)
GLAAD fights to promote and ensure fair, accurate and inclusive representation of people and events in the media as a means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation.
View GLAAD's resources and list of offices here.
Lambda Legal
Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and those with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work.
View resources and list of regional offices here.
Muslim Advocates
Muslim Advocates is a national legal advocacy and educational organization that works on the frontlines of civil rights to guarantee freedom and justice for Americans of all faiths.
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
NAPABA is the nation's largest Asian Pacific American membership organization representing the interest of 60,000 attorneys, judges, law professors, and law students. NAPABA may be able to provide pro bono (free) legal assistance to you if you have been the victim of a hate incident.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
The NAACP is America's premier organization working to disrupt inequality, dismantle racism, and accelerate change in key areas including criminal justice, health care, education, climate, and the economy.
Southern Poverty Law Center
The SPLC is dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry and to seeking justice for the most vulnerable members of our society. Using litigation, education, and other forms of advocacy, the SPLC works toward the day when the ideals of equal justice and equal opportunity will be a reality.
Additional Resources
U.S. Department of Justice
Get help or report a hate crime in English and other languages.
U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division
If you believe your rights have been infringed upon in regards to disability rights, educational opportunities, employment opportunities, housing or credit discrimination, or your immigration status, file a formal complaint with the U.S. Department of Justice.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Hate crimes are the highest prioritized issue in the FBI’s Civil Rights Program. They publish victim's resources, statistics, and other external resources on their website.
Act to Change Anti-Bullying Resources
If you or your child have been victims of bullying, see the resources page on Act to Change to know your rights and next steps. Resources are available in six Asian American and Pacific Islander languages.
The Yellow Whistle
The Yellow Whistle campaign distributes whistles for self-protection and solidarity in our common fight against historical discrimination and anti-Asian violence.
National Organization for Victim Assistance
NOVA provides resources and support for victims harmed by crime and crisis.
Call 1-800-TRY-NOVA (879-6682)
National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association
NAAPIMHA promotes the mental health and well being of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for people in distress, as well as crisis resources and best practices for professionals.
Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC Anti-Racial Profiling Project
AAJC’s Anti-Racial Profiling Project offers resources and legal referrals for those impacted by the government’s increased efforts to target and profile Asian/Asian American academics, researchers, and scientists. The group also has a “Know Your Rights” document available in multiple languages.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA's National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. Available in English and Spanish.
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
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