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The year SEARAC was founded, in response to the largest mass resettlement of refugees in US history
Learn more about our impactThe rough estimate of SEAAs living in CA, a number representing 1/3 of the total population of SEAAs in the United States
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With ICE Tearing Families Apart, SEARAC and SEAFN Urge Immediate Action on Deportation Relief
SEADRA represents a critical step toward protecting refugee families at a time of escalating attacks on our community by ICE and an increase in deportations nationwide.
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SEARAC is thrilled to once again be participating in Give in May, an annual fundraiser that coincides with Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, uplifting the stories and achievements of AANHPI communities around the world.
Celebrate heritage month with us and consider supporting our work by donating today! Give today: bit.ly/SEARAC-GiveInMay or at the link in our bio!
May 1
In April 1975, 1.2 million refugees from Southeast Asia began rebuilding their lives in the United States. Together we remember over 50 years of resilience, contribution, and community that deserve to be recognized. As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, we are calling on Congress to pass the national resolution recognizing the 50th commemoration of Southeast Asian American refugee resettlement.
You can help make that happen. Share your story. If you or your family have ever felt unseen, your voice belongs in this moment. SEARAC wants to hear from you.
Because the Southeast Asian American story is the American story.
Take action today → bit.ly/SEAA50to250
#SEAA50 #SEAAResolution
Apr 30
Thank you for joining the kickoff of our Rising Up webinar series! Today`s virtual event was about the importance of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs) increasing Southeast Asian American educational attainment, recent threats to the program, and our proposed solutions.
Join us tomorrow for part 2 of the series where SEARAC will moderate a discussion by Southeast Asian American students about their educational experiences. RSVP today: bit.ly/RisingUpPt2
Apr 28
AAPI communities are speaking out—and the message is clear: affordability, healthcare, and economic security can’t wait.
Join us for AAPI Policy Priorities in a #YearofAction as we break down new survey data and what it means for policy action in 2026.
📅 April 29
⏰ 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET
🔗 Register: AAPIData.com/2026priorities
Hear from community leaders on how economic pressures, civil rights concerns, and global instability are shaping AAPI voter priorities—and what comes next.
#AAPI #Policy #EconomicJustice
Apr 27
April 1975 forever changed the lives of families from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam when Saigon fell. This month, we remember the mass displacement, the impossible sacrifices, and the unthinkable decisions families made to survive.
For 50 years, Southeast Asian Americans have shaped our nation`s story and during this 250th year of the United States, we are inspired by their continued fight for justice and commitment to strengthening our democracy. This April, remember: Southeast Asian Americans are part of America`s story.
Apr 24
