Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship

Since the 14th Amendment’s ratification 158 years ago, our Constitution has guaranteed the right of every baby to be born, bloom, and belong here. The Trump administration’s ham-fisted attacks on […]
New Jersey Senate Passes Voting Rights Act

The following press release was originally issued by the NJ Institute for Social Justice and is republished with permission. TRENTON – In a huge victory for democracy and voting rights, […]
Coffee, Community, & Letters of Hope in Palisades Park

Join Estamos Unidos, the Minkwon Center for Community Action, and AAPI NJ to write messages of hope, solidarity, and encouragement to the people detained at Delaney Hall. Get to know […]
May Day in Jersey City

Join AAPI New Jersey in Jersey City on May Day as we rally with partners from across the state! Across the country, workers, students, families, and organizations are gearing up […]
NJ advocacy group takes stand against Trump birthright citizenship ban
Governor Sherrill Signs Immigrant Protection Bills

The three immigrant protection bills just signed into law will have real, immediate impact on the safety of our loved ones, including AAPI immigrant communities, and the security of all […]
Stronger than Fear: Know Your Rights Outreach in Paterson

Together, we are stronger than fear! Please join AAPI NJ and partners for visits to support immigrant-owned small businesses Paterson as they brace for escalated ICE activity. Speakers of Bengali, […]
Neighbors Turn Out In Force to Support Palisades Park Businesses Against ICE

PALISADES PARK, NJ – On March 2, over 50 volunteers from AAPI New Jersey, Estamos Unidos, GWB Indivisible, Indivisible NJ-5, and other allies crowded into a small deli at the […]
Stronger than Fear: Solidarity Walk in Palisades Park

Together, we are stronger than fear! Please join AAPI NJ, Estamos Unidos, GWB Indivisible, and Indivisible NJ5 for a solidarity walk to support immigrant-owned small businesses impacted by near-daily ICE […]
Asian Aunty Brigade: Birthright Citizenship Art Build

Help create protest art for AAPI NJ and the Asian Aunty Brigade to take to the Supreme Court when it hears oral arguments on birthright citizenship in Barbara v. Trump […]
Asian Aunty Brigade: Birthright Citizenship Art Build

Help create protest art for AAPI NJ and the Asian Aunty Brigade to take to the Supreme Court when it hears oral arguments on birthright citizenship in Barbara v. Trump […]
Community Protest Safety Training

Join AAPI New Jersey to learn about the heightened political climate of protesting and its impact on our rights. We will learn about our right to protest and what to […]
Know Your Rights & Community Safety Training

Join AAPI New Jersey to learn about the current immigration landscape and its impact on our community. We will teach you your rights, which apply to all individuals regardless of […]
Community Protest Safety Training

Join AAPI New Jersey to learn about the heightened political climate of protesting and its impact on our rights. We will learn about our right to protest and what to […]
Know Your Rights & Community Safety Training

Join AAPI New Jersey to learn about the current immigration landscape and its impact on our community. We will teach you your rights, which apply to all individuals regardless of […]
Lunch & Learn: Staying Safe & Informed – Immigration Updates and Know-Your-Rights

Join us for an informative Lunch & Learn with immigration attorney Rupal Parikh to get the latest updates on travel guidance, visa concerns, and how to safely navigate interactions with […]
Lunch & Learn: The 14th Amendment & Our Communities–Defending Birthright Citizenship

Birthright citizenship—a cornerstone of the 14th Amendment—is once again under attack. In partnership with Asian Law Caucus, this lunch and learn will explore the history and ongoing relevance of the […]
New Jersey Educators Call On Legislative Leadership to Pass The Immigrant Trust Act

Teachers and educators from across New Jersey call on legislative leadership to increase protection for immigrant families and communities and move the Immigrant Trust Act (S3672/A4987) forward. Montclair, NJ – […]
Advocates Applaud Union County’s Support Of The “Immigrant Trust Act” and Call On Lawmakers To Advance Bill

Advocates call on Senate President Scutari (LD22) to follow the lead of constituents and Union County leaders and advance the Immigrant Trust Act in the state legislature. ELIZABETH – On […]
NJAIJ Spotlights AAPI New Jersey for Heritage Month
Lunch & Learn: Immigration Law in the New Administration

What We’ve Learned So Far and How We Can Support Our Most Vulnerable Three weeks into the new administration, what major changes to immigration law and enforcement have we seen, […]