This abbreviated timeline covers nearly 600 years of history, starting with the early Atlantic slave trade in the 15th century and tracing modern nation-states' rise while highlighting events affecting people across racial boundaries. It aims to provide a broader context for understanding Asian/Asian American history within the systems of power that organize society and challenge the notion of a single Asian/Asian American identity.

This abbreviated timeline covers nearly 600 years of history, starting with the early Atlantic slave trade in the 15th century and tracing modern nation-states' rise while highlighting events affecting people across racial boundaries. It aims to provide a broader context for understanding Asian/Asian American history within the systems of power that organize society and challenge the notion of a single Asian/Asian American identity.

This online guide was created to provide vital support and assistance to individuals and families affected by domestic violence. Services, listed within the guide, might not provide services in your languages, but you can always request an interpreter to help you understand their services.

Planning a funeral for a loved one is a profoundly personal and emotional experience. By considering the cultural background, customs, and traditions of your loved one, you can create a funeral that honors their memory and provides solace for family and friends. This culturally relevant guide is a starting point to navigate the funeral planning process, respecting and incorporating cultural elements significant to the family and community.

This glossary is designed to help community members understand the specific language used by Woori Juntos. This guide covers key terms related to our work and aims to provide clear explanations to promote better comprehension. It is important to note that the guide is multilingual, meaning it is available in multiple languages, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all community members.

This guide explains how dropping cards at public hearings or legislative sessions can effectively make your voice heard and influence decision-making processes. It provides step-by-step instructions on creating compelling cards that address specific bills or issues being discussed, as well as tips on strategically distributing them to legislators, staff, and other attendees.

The Toolkit was released in 2016 during tumultuous times that exposed the tremendous need for educational resources and curriculum to support transformational conversations in Asian American communities on racial justice. Grassroots Asians Rising took on the project to translate the Toolkit into 11 Asian languages, including Arabic, Bangla, Chinese, Hindi, Hmong, Khmer, Korean, Nepali, Punjabi, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.

This guide explains how dropping cards at public hearings or legislative sessions can effectively make your voice heard and influence decision-making processes. It provides step-by-step instructions on creating compelling cards that address specific bills or issues being discussed, as well as tips on strategically distributing them to legislators, staff, and other attendees.

Engaging with legislators can be a powerful way to advocate for issues that matter to you. This multilingual guide will help prepare you to meet with legislators.

Testifying 101 is a quick overview of frequently asked questions related to giving testimony in a legal setting. It covers the basics of testimony, who can provide it, how to prepare for it, and what to expect during the process.

The public resource guide created by Woori Juntos, an organization dedicated to advocating for equitable education opportunities for all members of our diverse community in Texas. This guide serves as a resource for individuals, educators, policymakers, and advocates who share our vision for a more inclusive educational system in Texas. We do not discriminate against anyone who needs these services but we are not experts in these areas and will connect you to professionals who can provide you with the care you are entitled to.

Effective media communication is crucial for grassroots organizers to raise awareness, inspire action, and drive change. With preparation, practice, and adherence to these dos and don'ts, you can effectively convey your message to the public through the media.

A media advisory, also known as a media alert, is a concise document that notifies journalists and media outlets about an upcoming event or opportunity for media coverage. It serves as an invitation to the media and provides essential details to facilitate their range. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to write a media advisory:

A rapid response involves leveraging a community or organization's collective power and resources to address pressing issues. This can include social, political, or environmental concerns and emergencies or crises affecting vulnerable populations. With preparations, practice, and adherence to these dos and don'ts, community organizations can be prepared to respond to community needs.

​The Harris County Enhanced+ Library Card is a full-service library card and verified photo ID in one!​

Enhanced+ cards contain your full name, date of birth, gender, address, library card number, expiration date, and photo. Enhanced library cards can be used as a supplemental form of Photo ID. The Enhanced+ Library Card does not replace the HCPL full-service Knowledge Card. It is simply an additional option for library users who might benefit from another form of photo ID.

AT&T* will reduce the cost of home internet for eligible households to the best possible monthly rate: $0. Starting today, this free option is viable by combining a new plan from our low-cost AT&T Access program with federal benefits from the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). (Note: Resource is translated into Spanish, Thai, Mandarin, Hindi, Korean, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.

Tenants and housing resources encompass various services and information that assist individuals in navigating the rental housing market and ensuring their rights as tenants. These resources aim to provide support, education, and assistance to tenants, empowering them to secure safe, affordable, and fair housing.

The Immigrant Legal Services Fund (ILSF) provides free legal services for Harris County residents facing deportation in immigration detention. The goal of this program is to create a system in immigration court where everyone who needs an attorney gets one: regardless of the strength of their case or the person’s criminal record. With our current funding, however, this program is first-come, first-serve. Once the attorneys reach their maximum number of assigned cases, they may be unable to take your case. This fund counsels children in Harris County who were previously detained in OR shelters.

Children Immigration Law Academy’s social work program has developed a new resource, A New Path: My Toolkit for Navigating Life in the United States. This toolkit is intended for unaccompanied youth and is available in English and Spanish. For many youths, migrating to the United States signifies new opportunities, access to a safe environment, and/or a chance at the “American Dream.” Unfortunately, this pursuit does not come without sacrifices and many challenges.

This guide provides for informational purposes to navigate eviction and should not substitute for professional legal advice. Every eviction case may have unique circumstances, so it's crucial to consult with an attorney or legal aid organization to understand your rights and options specific to your situation.

The digital flier relates to a Texas law for the responsibilities of lessors for maintaining leased assets for tenant safety and health. Tenants have a right to request necessary repairs and maintenance through the appropriate procedures to ensure compliance with the law. This resource details tenants' rights and the strategies they must follow to demand repairs and maintenance, such as ensuring that information is available to Korean individuals in exercising their rights. (Note: Resource is translated ONLY in Korean.)

Medicare is health insurance for people 65 or older. You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease).

Some people get Medicare automatically, others have to actively sign up -- it depends if you start getting retirement or disability benefits from Social Security before you turn 65.

If you are seeking mental health resources, we will do our best to provide the most updated information for our community members to access. We do not discriminate against anyone who needs these services but we are not experts in these areas and will connect you to professionals who can provide you with the care you are entitled to.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has created a new “streamlined process” for workers involved in a labor dispute at their workplace to request temporary protection from deportation and a work permit. This process aims to promote fairness, safety, and a level playing field for all workers in the U.S. by strengthening labor agencies’ ability to enforce labor and employment standards. This resource is available in Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Kreyol, Mixtec, Portuguese, Spanish, and Tagalog.

The Labor Rights Guide is an abbreviate resource designed to help workers understand and safeguard their rights in the workplace. This guide provides information on various labor rights topics, empowering workers to advocate for fair treatment, safe working conditions, and equitable practices.

A guide to help individuals and communities advocate for policies that address the root causes of gun violence and support mental health services. The guide includes information on how to approach policymakers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to push for change, as well as tips on framing the issue to highlight its disproportionate impact on marginalized communities.

This guide provides a step-by-step approach to dealing with poor air quality and safeguarding health. By staying informed, creating clean indoor environments, using protective measures, and supporting environmental initiatives, we can prioritize our health and contribute to cleaner air for all.

This guide aims to provide Texas residents with a comprehensive plan to navigate cold weather events and minimize potential risks effectively. By following this comprehensive guide, Texas residents can proactively prepare for cold weather events and minimize the risks associated with extreme temperatures. Stay informed, protect your home, and dress appropriately.

Cold weather can present various challenges and risks to both individuals and households. Being prepared for extreme temperatures is essential to ensure your safety, well-being, and comfort. This Cold Weather Preparation Guide provides a brief overview of important steps and considerations to help you prepare for cold weather conditions.

Disaster preparedness consists of measures undertaken in advance by governments, organizations, communities, or individuals to respond better and cope with the immediate aftermath of a disaster, whether it be human-induced or caused by natural hazards. The objective is to reduce the loss of life and livelihoods. This guide is only in ESPAÑOL, TIẾNG VIỆT, 繁體中文, عربي, and Française.

Houston, Texas summers are often filled with days of extreme heat and high humidity. These conditions slow evaporation and force the body to work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature, making heat a danger. Most heat disorders occur because a person has been overexposed to heat or has over-exercised for his or her age and physical condition. Older adults, young children, and those with underlying health conditions are more likely to succumb to extreme heat. This guide illustrates ways for community members to prepare for extreme heat.

The guide emphasizes the importance of staying informed, developing evacuation plans, assembling emergency kits, and implementing flood-resistant measures. By following the Flood Preparedness Guide, individuals can be better equipped to mitigate flood-related risks and protect themselves, their loved ones, and their property when faced with flood emergencies.

Holistic Assistance Response Teams (HART) is a new Harris County program created to dispatch 911 directly and other calls to interdisciplinary unarmed, first responder teams, trained in behavioral health and on‐scene medical assistance. The HART program aims to improve community health and safety by quickly providing the appropriate response to residents experiencing homelessness, behavioral health issues, or non-emergency health or social welfare concerns, and to reduce unnecessary law enforcement or hospital-based interventions for non-emergent 911 calls.

Hurricanes are powerful and destructive weather events that require thorough preparation to ensure the safety of individuals and their property. This guide aims to provide you with a step-by-step approach to effectively prepare for a hurricane and minimize potential risks.

This information does not constitute legal advice, may not reflect current developments, and is subject to change without notice. This guide provides comprehensive information on your legal rights interactions with law enforcement.

A power outage can occur unexpectedly and disrupt your daily routine, leaving you without electricity for hours or even days. Being prepared for such situations can help you minimize inconvenience and ensure your safety. This Power Outage Preparation Guide provides a brief overview of essential steps and items to consider before, during, and after a power outage to help you stay comfortable and prepared.

It's important to note that the availability and scope of these public and community safety resources may vary. Additionally, local community centers, religious organizations, and cultural associations can often provide additional multilingual support and assistance tailored to specific communities.