Violent crime and harassment against the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities have been surging in the past year, and there are multiple ways you can stand in solidarity and help--through donating your money, time, and taking part in grassroots action at the local level.

　　PBS reports that hate crimes against Asian Americans has surged by 150% in the last year, seemingly prompted at least in part by associating and scapegoating the AAPI communities with the coronavirus pandemic. The topic has received much more attention in the last day, following a shocking violent crime in Atlanta that left eight people dead at Asian spas--six of them Asian women. In light of these events, it's important to know how you can get involved.

　　The organization Stop AAPI Hate was formed in March 2020, a joint project of the Asian Pacific Planning and Policy Council, Chinese for Affirmative Action, and Asian American Studies Department of San Francisco State University. Its site includes tips on how to address harassment if you are a victim or a witness (also available in multiple languages) and links to grassroots political action groups. If you are able, you can also give a monetary donation.

　　Similarly, the I'm Ready Movement looks to amplify the voices and stories of AAPI women and girls. It has resources like a harassment reporting tool and workers' rights documents, and you can also make a direct donation.

　　Over the past day, several video game publishers and studios have shared statements of solidarity and links to resources as part of the Stop AAPI Hate campaign. You can find those below.

　　We are troubled by a recent pattern of violence targeting the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. It’s time to take action.

　　SIE is making a donation to Stop AAPI Hate, and we hope you can too. Learn how you can help here: https://t.co/vVdvczmgme

　　— PlayStation (@PlayStation) March 17, 2021

　　Hate has no home on Xbox. Team Xbox is appalled by the violence and racism against Asian communities. For all Asian players and peers, I want you to know that we see you, we hear you, and we will and must do more together to #StopAsianHate.

　　— Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) March 17, 2021

　　Violence and hatred against Asians has no place in the world. Bethesda rejects racism in all forms and stands in solidarity with our Asian employees and the AAPI community. We will continue efforts within our organization and communities to help drive change. #StopAsianHate

　　— Bethesda (@bethesda) March 17, 2021

　　#StopAsianHate #StopAAPIHate pic.twitter.com/QmPGdIZbp6

　　— Activision Blizzard (@ATVI_AB) March 17, 2021

　　Bungie stands with our Asian American & Pacific Islander communities, and we have made a donation to provide support and advocacy to those in need.

　　Please support our AAPI families and friends. #StopAAPIHate

　　Learn more, and join us by donating to: https://t.co/hlZWs8YQgG

　　— Bungie (@Bungie) March 17, 2021