We are heartbroken by the latest acts of violence against the Asian community both here in Denver and across the US over the last year.
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DSCI is founded upon the principles that society is best when we welcome and embrace the beauty of diversity. Now, more than ever, we encourage our community to be intentional in showing support for our Asian Community.
Did you know that hate crimes against the Asian Community in United States have increase 150% since March 2020?
Please take a moment to show your love and support for local Asian businesses and remind them they are welcome and appreciated in Denver.
There are two Zoom events in the Denver-area Asian community that will address the explosion of anti-Asian hate across the US:
Thursday March 18 at 6pm
A Town Hall discussion tomorrow night organized by a handful of AAPI community organizations.
https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZYrdO2oqTMsG9eku7nHOFJnwc…
Next Monday March 22 at 6 pm
A Community Conversation hosted by the Asian Pacific Development Center with Aurora Police and the District Attorney of the 18th Judicial District.