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Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Healing, Empowerment, Awareness, & Resilience Toolbox (HEART)

In response to the increase in hate incidents over the last few years, we recognize the urgent need for accessible and effective resources to aid those navigating the impacts of discrimination and violence.

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We have gathered free behavioral health resources to support Asian American (AA), Native Hawaiian (NH), and Pacific Islander (PI) communities affected by hate incidents. â€‹Resources featured in the toolbox were reviewed by members of the AANHPI HEART Workgroup. Each item was evaluated using standardized criteria to ensure quality and appropriateness.

 

This will not be a static entity, but rather a “living” toolbox to which we will add relevant resources as they become available. If you would like to share a resource to be featured on the toolbox, please fill out the following form.

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Video

Defeating Hate: What are Hate Crimes and How We Can Stop Them

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) and National Asian Pacific Islander Prosecutors Association (NAPIPA)

A moderated discussion about understanding the difference between hate crimes vs. bias incidents, how a prosecutor makes the decision to charge an incident as a hate crime, proving hate crimes on the state and federal level, and what people can do if they are confronted with a hate crime and/or bias incident. We will arm participants, and their friends and families, with the knowledge they need to deal with these ugly situations, and get the justice they deserve.
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Don't be a Bystander: 6 Tips for Responding to Racist Attacks

Barnard Center for Research on Women and Project NIA

Created by BCRW and members of Project NIA, this video offers an abolitionist approach to bystander intervention that does not rely on the police. The United States has a long history of violence against People of Color, disabled people, Muslims, immigrants, and LGBTQ people. In the current political moment, white supremacists and white nationalists have been emboldened. As a result, public attacks are on the rise. Many people aren't sure how to respond if they witness a racist or transphobic attack. This video provides some tips.
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From Crisis to Care: Trauma-Informed Treatment Strategies for Supporting Afghan Refugees
World Refugee Day

The Lotus Project

This interactive event aims to delve deep into the unique challenges faced by Afghan refugees and the necessity for trauma-informed care in addressing their mental health needs. Our panel members are leading experts in the fields of refugee health, psychiatry, and psychology. Their insights will offer a comprehensive perspective on trauma-informed care tailored to the unique needs of Afghan refugees. Attendees will also learn about practical, culturally competent treatment strategies that can be implemented to support these individuals' mental health, overall well-being, secondary and vicarious trauma.
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Resource Guide, Video

Guide for Parents of Asian/Asian American Adolescents

William James College Center of Excellence for Multicultural and Global Mental Health and the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Cross Cultural Student Emotional Wellness

During the pandemic, there has been a steep rise in racial discrimination, harassment, and physical assaults against Asian American youth. Parents play a key role in supporting children who may face these attacks or see this behavior around them. The William James College Center for Multicultural and Global Mental Health (CMGMH) Asian Mental Health Program, in collaboration with the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Center for Cross Cultural Student Emotional Wellness, has developed a Guide to provide parents with the knowledge and skills to effectively support their children.
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Resource Guide

Hate Crime Book

Hate Crime Book

Hate Crime Book developed for the BIPOC community - to keep them safe, to educate them on what a hate crime is and how to report it, to arm them with the knowledge and self-assurance they need to protect themselves.
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The HEART Toolbox for the AANHPI communities was developed through a public-private partnership of federal agencies, academic researchers, behavioral health practitioners, AANHPI advocates and associations, and people with lived experience.  The Toolbox is hosted on the National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association website.  It is a compendium of tools, strategies, and resources to assist communities in responding to anti-AANHPI hate and violence and maintaining a personal sense of safety and well-being. 

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