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What started in 2020 as a local effort against COVID-19 related racism has transformed into a national movement for racial justice.

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OUR STORY

In 2020, when President Trump wrongfully blamed China and Asian people for the COVID-19 pandemic, we started Stop AAPI Hate to track the rise of hate and violence that followed. Five years later, what started with three people and a website has helped galvanize a nationwide movement — bringing together millions of Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and allies to advocate for the resources, policies, and political recognition that our communities need to thrive.

Today, we stand at another pivotal moment, once again confronting grave threats fueled by the hateful words and actions of those in power. Trump’s racist, anti-immigrant agenda is putting everyday families in the line of fire — reminding us why our fight must continue. Over the past five years, we’ve transformed pain into power, silence into strength, and fear into action. We have shown the world that AAPI communities have strength in numbers, and we will never let hate stop us.

OUR JOURNEY

In March 2020, three organizations — AAPI Equity Alliance, Chinese for Affirmative Action, and San Francisco State University — founded the Stop AAPI Hate Reporting Center. The rest is history.

March 2020

We established the Stop AAPI Hate reporting center in response to rising COVID-related acts of anti-AAPI hate.

October 2020

We released initial data and research on the correlation between racist political rhetoric and anti-AA/PI racism.

December 2020

We advised the Biden presidential transition team on the current state of anti-AAPI hate.

March 2021

Co-founder Manjusha Kulkarni testified before Congress in the first hearing on anti-Asian hate since 1987.

April 2021

We supported local AAPI communities amid mass shootings in Atlanta, Georgia, Indianapolis, and Indiana, that claimed a combined 17 lives.

July 2021

We led a successful campaign to address anti-Asian hate by passing California’s $166.5 million API Equity Budget.

July 2022 

We launched the No Place For Hate campaign and successfully passed two California bills to combat harassment in public spaces.

October 2022 

We released groundbreaking research on the past and present of anti-Asian scapegoating in U.S. politics.

December 2022

Our reporting center data revealed that two years into the pandemic,  anti-AA/PI hate acts climbed to 11,400.

March 2023

We debuted a national survey on AA/PI civil rights, revealing that 49% of AA/PI people have experienced civil rights violations.

September 2023

We launched a grassroots campaign to help local partners defeat a racist, anti-immigrant land ban in Texas.

October 2023

We unveiled a new tracking methodology and data visualization tool to make our reporting center data accessible to all.

May 2024

We mobilized hundreds to share stories of resilience and cultural pride via the Spread AAPI Love storytelling campaign.

September 2024

We released our inaugural state of hate report, which found that AA/PIs are mobilizing against racism — and hate is galvanizing them.

October 2024

We shared a multilingual analysis on Project 2025 and what it could mean for AAPI communities ahead of the 2024 elections.

January 2025

Thanks to our advocacy, California launched the civil rights pilot “Welcome In”, to ensure customers feel safe in local businesses. 

February 2025

We launched Many Roots, One Home, a national campaign to defend AAPI immigrant rights.

February 2025

We released research on the surge of anti-Asian hate in certain online spaces following the 2024 elections.

OUR IMPACT

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286,000 +

social media followers

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12,400 +

hate acts reported

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430,000 +

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"As the U.S. has seen a surge in racist, anti-Asian attacks—from terrifying assaults on senior citizens to the tragic mass shooting in Atlanta—no coalition has been more impactful in raising awareness of this violence than Stop AAPI Hate."

Cathy Park Hong

Pulitzer Prize Winning Author of Minor Feelings

"Few nonprofit leaders accomplish as much as the co-founders of Stop AAPI Hate have in such a short time. Their unwavering commitment to justice and equity has transformed public discourse and empowered marginalized communities in remarkable ways."

Krystal Ka‘ai, Former Executive Director

White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders

“I’m really grateful for your organization—because in a situation where I felt powerless, being part of the statistic gives me at least a little sense of power. If you can be out there sharing information and actual data about what’s happening, that already gives me hope.”

Nguyen

Reporting Center Respondent

2024 IMPACT REPORT

From fighting against anti-Asian political rhetoric to opposing anti-immigrant legislation, our coalition has continued to sound the alarm on the growing racism and xenophobia facing our communities. Read our latest Impact Report for more on how we showed up last year.

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OUR FUTURE

The challenges ahead of us are great, but our collective strength is even greater. In the face of anti-immigrant policies, racist attacks, and a growing climate of fear and division, Stop AAPI Hate is ready to do whatever it takes to bring to life a future where we’re not just included but also celebrated — where we’re not just protected but also empowered.

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Changing Hearts and Minds

To challenge misinformation and spread empowering narratives about AAPI communities.

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Fighting for Social Change

To activate support for local policies and resources that keep our communities safe.

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Researching Solutions

To identify challenges facing AAPIs, raise awareness of anti-AAPI hate, and advocate for data-backed solutions.

FUEL THE MOVEMENT

Over the last five years, our supporters have powered our movement to defend our civil rights and — but now, that movement is under threat. In recent weeks, the Trump administration has terminated millions of dollars in critical funding to organizations like Stop AAPI Hate.

A monthly or annual gift to Stop AAPI Hate provides critical funding to arm our communities with the knowledge, resources, and opportunities needed to rise up against the forces of racism and xenophobia.

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