In AAPI Equity Alliance’s role as the Los Angeles County Regional Lead for the Stop the Hate grant program, we recognize the necessity of offering a comprehensive evaluation of our collective direct, preventative and intervention services. We partner with our network of 42 regional grantee organizations to analyze and synthesize the data and narratives that comprise the “Stop the Hate Los Angeles Impact Report.”
Background
The Stop the Hate program was established by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) in 2021, born out of an urgent need to address the surge in anti-Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) violence during the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially funded through the historic API Equity Budget, the program has since expanded its scope to protect all groups facing hate—including Black, Latinx, LGBTQ+, religious communities and people with disabilities.
In Los Angeles, AAPI Equity Alliance serves as the regional lead, helping to bridge the gap between victims and resources. The program’s necessity is underscored by recent data showing that hate incidents have reached record highs, necessitating more resources and services for victims of hate.