In 2025, survivors of domestic and sexual violence are facing more than the trauma of abuse—they’re confronting mounting barriers to safety created by harmful shifts in policy. These changes at both federal and state levels are making it harder for service providers to do our jobs, for families to feel secure, and for survivors to access the support they need.

How are you planning to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month? If you are a white American, you probably have not given it much thought. Yet, just as Black History Month has raised the consciousness and understanding of those who are not part of the African American community, so does AAPI Month offer an opportunity to grow in appreciation and respect for the multiculturalism that defines our country.