ACoM

Rescuing Local Journalism – What’s at Stake for Ethnic Media?

Our guests explore current initiatives to rescue local journalism through various forms of taxpayer support and other public policies. Several ethnic news media publishers will also share their views.

From Migrant to Mayor: An Interview With Half Moon Bay’s Joaquin Jiménez

The son of migrant farmworkers, Jiménez has sought to use his position to highlight the needs of the city's migrant community.

USCIS to Raise Naturalization Fees

Becoming a US citizen is about to get more expensive, with USCIS announcing a 5 percent increase in fees for processing naturalization applications.

Trump’s Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric Stirs Alarm Among Koreans in US

Concerns are growing in the Korean community around a possible second Trump term as the former president continues to escalate his anti-immigrant rhetoric.

Border Crisis — What Are the Policy Options Given Our Polarized Politics

Our panelists delve into the current proposals, the political consequences of another anti-immigrant cycle, local response to high numbers of asylum seekers, and long-term problems with the immigration system.

Asian Health Services Offers Mental Health Support for Myanmar Refugees

The Burmese/Myanmar community in the US is burdened with trauma, but few culturally appropriate mental health resources are available.

Bridging Mainstream and Ethnic News — LA Times & 3 Asian Language Media

The move reflects the continued importance that ethnic media outlets play in engaging with diverse audiences and could offer a model for other regions.

Are We In a Healthy Economy? Why Are So Many Falling Off the Cliff?

Our guest speakers discuss what’s ahead for 2024, and how an unstable economy impacts its most vulnerable residents.

Fighting Substance Abuse: Breakthroughs in Prevention and Recovery

The Center at Sierra Health Foundation highlights the work of three nonprofit organizations working on innovative ways to prevent and recover from substance abuse and advance health equity throughout California.

Despite Deficit, Newsom’s Budget Guarantees Funding for Essential State Programs

While California's deficit is estimated in the tens of billions, Gov. Newsom's latest budget maintains funding for critical programs that are a priority for the state.

How Elections in Home Countries Impact Diaspora Communities: Taiwan, Mexico and India

Speakers look specifically at immigrants from Mexico, India and Taiwan as well as mainland China, and will also highlight the role of AI and social media in spreading disinformation across diaspora communities.

What Medi-Cal Expansion Means for LA County Health Care: Following Closure of My Health LA

Our panel explored what this transition means for health care access overall, especially for those who never had health care insurance in the past, and what LA County residents need to do to enroll.

Are We Facing A Second Tripledemic?

Experts discuss the predicted tripledemic, the origin of JN.1, symptoms of all three infections; causes; prevention and treatment; and why vaccines and masks remain necessary.

LA Event Spotlights LGBTQ+ Anxiety Over Anti-Immigrant Measures

Over 150 people gathered recently in Los Angeles for an event highlighting rising fears within the LGBTQ+ community around anti-immigrant legislation.

Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule: What You Need to Know

The CARS Rule requires transparency in the vehicle shopping process, includes key provisions about pricing, add-on products and services, and buyer’s consent. FTC consumer fraud experts explain.

LA Arrest for Hate Crime on Elderly Jewish Couple

Beverly Hills detectives have arrested and charged an LA man for a racially motivated attack and attempted robbery on an elderly Jewish couple Dec. 10.

Hispanic Congressmembers Ask Biden to Reject ‘Trump 2.0’ Immigration Plan

President Joe Biden is considering immigration policy that would largely ban asylum seekers and drastically increase deportations.

The Rise of Ethnic Voters

Dec 10 | How does political affiliation change over time? How about the new voters? What motivates them to register and vote, or not? We know that 45% of the new Gen Z voters are people of color. Will they vote more or less than their white counterparts?

News Roundup: Latinos Who Don’t Speak Spanish, Haitians and Humanitarian Parole, API Groups Fight Ownership Ban

Reporting from across the ethnic media sector, highlighting the unique stories and perspectives not covered by the mainstream press.

COP28 is Make-or-Break Moment to Prevent Global Climate Catastrophe

COP28 presents an opportunity for global leaders and countries to create substantive climate policy, not 'diplomacy-coated' empty promises.

Storm Season Safety: Getting Ahead of Extreme Winter Weather

This briefing serve as a platform to both increase awareness around the danger that this Storm Season poses and provide California’s most vulnerable communities with clear tips and information on how to stay safe.

Seniors Love Medicare Advantage, But Their Doctors Don’t

More than 31 million Americans are enrolled in Medicare Advantage, which offers numerous perks. But doctors and insurers don't like the plan.

Late Henry Kissinger Blamed for Deaths of Thousands

The decisions Kissinger made led to the deaths of as many as 3 million people throughout Southeast Asia as well as Southern Africa and Latin America.

How Green is My City? How Trees and Parks Add Years to Longevity

Our panelists explore Los Angeles as a case study in the importance of urban greening, explain the link between green spaces and human health, and map out what it takes to implement changes.

News Roundup: New Economic Indicator, DV & Maternal Health, Anti-Asian Hate

Reporting from across the ethnic media sector, highlighting the unique stories and perspectives not covered by the mainstream press.

Twelve BIPOC-Led Organizations Receive Grants from L.A. Care

LA Care Health Plan announced $1.25 million in funding for 12 BIPOC-led organizations working to mitigate historic oppression.

LA Launches National Initiative – Our Shared Future: Reckoning With Our Racial Past

This Briefing explores how race has transformed each of our lives, and how racist events and policies of the past connect to glaring inequities in our society today.

The FTC Breaks Through Language Barriers to Reach Consumers Impacted by Fraud

FTC consumer fraud experts explain why this new language access capacity will help give them a clearer picture of what scams are hitting what groups, even as it helps consumers report fraud.

A Robust Arts Curriculum Is Essential to Ensure All Students Succeed

Over the past few decades, the curriculum in many schools has been narrowed to focus on core academic subjects, at the expense of arts education.

What Threats Loom Over the 2024 U.S. Elections, and Are We Prepared to Face Them? 

Our panelists discuss what they consider the most dangerous threats to the 2024 elections and what is being done about them.

‘A Different Way of Looking’ — The Art and Legacy of Mildred Howard

A native San Franciscan, Howard's work stretching six decades reflects on Black culture, American history, justice and community.

Are Our Votes Safe? Voting Rights, Voter ID, and the 2026 Election

Live Friday | A conversation on the changing landscape of voting rights, election access, and the challenges facing American democracy as we approach the 2026 mid-term election.

From Jail, Kevin Epps Self-Reflects and Talks Next Steps

In an interview from San Francisco County jail, the filmmaker and activist discusses life behind bars, and what gives him hope and optimism for the future.

Stroke Is the 3rd Leading Cause of Death for Women. So Where Are They in the Clinical Trials?

Stroke is often a precursor to dementia. Black women are twice as likely to suffer stroke than their white counterparts.