From analyzing our reporting center data to conducting surveys and studies, Stop AAPI Hate conducts research to increase public understanding of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, what matters to us, and what solutions will help us thrive.
Featured Report

Still Under Fire
Our second annual State of Anti-AA/PI Hate report conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago paints a sobering picture of widespread and persistent anti-AA/PI hate in 2024 — which impacted over half of AA/PI adults and almost 3 in 4 young adults.
Research Reports
Our research reports are deeper dives into specific issues related to anti-Asian and anti-Pacific Islander racism or specific Asian American and Pacific Islander populations. Reports are based on our data on reported acts of hate, additional data collected in partnership with other researchers, or a combination of these two sources. They include policy recommendations and action steps that are informed by key research findings.
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Anti-Pacific Islander Hate Report
Pacific Islanders face high levels of hate on top of long-standing structural inequities. In Unsettled Waters: Anti-Pacific Islander Hate Amid Ongoing Justice, we delve into the current state of anti-Pacific Islander hate and the systemic forces of colonialism, militarization, and forced displacement that continue to shape the lives of Pacific Islanders in the U.S. Download…
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International Student Survey
Amid the Trump administration’s attacks, international students fear surveillance, visa revocations, and detention. The Stop AAPI Hate report, Unsafe, Unwelcome, and Uncertain, reveals the severe emotional, academic, and immigration-related challenges that international students face with escalating xenophobia and policy volatility. Download Resources Following Trump’s return to office, international students are forced to grapple with federal…
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The State of Anti-AA/PI Hate in California
In 2024, anti-AA/PI hate remained widespread in California during a heated election year. Nearly half of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AA/PI) adults in California reported experiencing hate last year, according to our latest survey, conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago. Download Resources Racism and xenophobia against AA/PI Californians remained high in an…
Data Reports
Our data reports provide summaries of the acts of hate reported to us from Asian American and Pacific Islander community members. They provide a breakdown of the quantity, type, setting, and location of the acts reported to us and aggregated demographic information about the reporters. They also capture what hate looks and feels like through the accounts of those who have reported to us. All of the accounts shared in our reports have been anonymized and are made public with the permission of the reporter.
Impact Reports
Our impact reports reflect on the progress our coalition is making towards racial justice and highlights the successes we’ve achieved alongside our dedicated supporters and partners. From pioneering data and research on anti-AAPI Hate to securing advocacy and policy wins, each report documents concrete steps we are taking to create healthy, safe, and thriving Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
