We at the Resistance Lab write with heaviness in our hearts following the murders of Daoyou Feng, Hyun Jung Grant, Suncha Kim, Soon Chung Park, Xiaojie Tan, Yong Ae Yue, Delaina Ashley Yaun, and Paul Andre Michels. Six of those murdered were Asian American women. The Stop AAPI Hate movement has documented the rise in anti-Asian hate and violence, highlighting the urgent need to confront racism, sexism, and white supremacy.
We name these murders as the result of gendered racism, anti-Asian hate, and white supremacy.
Attacks against Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, anti-AAPI racism is not new. AAPI communities have faced a long history of discrimination, exclusion, and violence in the United States. Examples include the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, and post-9/11 violence against individuals perceived as Muslim.
This history is intertwined with the fetishization and objectification of AAPI women, which contributes to the minimization of violence against them. We reject attempts to excuse these murders or dismiss the role of racism and sexism in this tragedy.
We stand in solidarity with AAPI communities and call for action to confront anti-Asian racism, challenge white supremacy, and support those affected by hate and violence.
Below is a collection of resources for healing, learning, advocacy, and action. The resources have been adapted from recommendations provided by the Asian American Psychological Association and community organizations working to support AAPI communities.
Resources for Healing, Learning, and Action
Healing and Mental Health Resources
Support and Reporting
Mental Health and Self-Care
Responding to Racism
Education and Consciousness-Raising Resources
Articles and Essays
Podcasts
Community Learning
Resources for Resistance and Community Action
Mutual Aid and Advocacy
Organizations Supporting Vulnerable Communities
Our Commitment
As researchers focused on gender-based violence, we recognize that racism, sexism, xenophobia, and other systems of oppression are deeply interconnected. We remain committed to advancing research, education, advocacy, and community partnerships that challenge these systems and support the safety, dignity, and well-being of all communities.
We will continue to update this page with resources, actions, and opportunities for learning and engagement.