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AJSOCAL staff gathered on the red carpet.   On October 16, 2025, over 500 leaders from law, philanthropy, business, arts and entertainment joined together in joyous resistance despite a year of ongoing attacks against immigrants at the Westin...

By Aileen Louie, Interim CEO Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) Published: Summer e2025  We have all witnessed and experienced Southern California become ground zero for an escalating federal crackdown on immigrants—and our Asian American...

Written by Kaitlin Carmona, Development Intern.  As a summer intern with Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL), I had the honor of helping coordinate and participate in our annual Summer Service Event on July 17. It was an afternoon...

In these current times, we know how crucial it is to celebrate moments of joy and progress, especially with the increased anti-trans rhetoric and bills being introduced across the country. This year, we hold close the roots of Pride and remember its start as a...

Message from the Pro Bono Unit  As we reflect on the past quarter, we’re filled with deep gratitude for the incredible dedication, compassion, and commitment shown by our pro bono volunteers and partners. Thanks to your support, we’ve made meaningful strides in...

By Connie Chung Joe, AJSOCAL's Former CEO As I reflect on my final message at AJSOCAL, I’m sitting with big feelings. Immense gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of this exceptional institution. Every day, I had the honor of working alongside a passionate and...

By Ronnette Ramos, AJSOCAL's Vice President of Programs https://youtube.com/shorts/NQFaTGgTbPs?feature=share The federal administration has launched an unprecedented and aggressive attack on Los Angeles and Orange County - and our immigrant communities are bearing the...