Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence, Inc.
Project Title
As a one-time only grant for general support
Date
Sep. 02, 2021
Duration
12 months
Description
In 1986, working class women founded the Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence in response to the rising hostility and hateful rhetoric toward Asian people in New York City and in the country at large. Now known as CAAAV: Organizing Asian Communities, the organization builds grassroots power among diverse Asian immigrant groups throughout New York City. By developing community leaders, organizing campaigns, and leading coalitions, CAAAV is advancing institutional reforms on various issues, particularly around poverty, racial inequality, and housing. With Corporation support, CAAAV will continue to empower Asian immigrants and help counter the rise of Anti-Asian hate by refocusing public narratives on the systemic and institutional challenges that are dividing communities.