Voting rights activists from across the South discuss the Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana’s congressional map and the growing battle over minority representation and voting access.
Hate incidents targeting South Asians surge online as anti-immigrant sentiment, anti-H1B rhetoric and federal policy changes impact the Sikh trucking community.
Speakers explore new data, discuss funding stakes for states and families, and demonstrate a dashboard analyzing health trends and its drivers nationwide.
Five years after the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, anti-Asian hate remains elevated. Our experts examine rising incidents, harmful rhetoric, and ongoing efforts to improve reporting and protection.
As local police expand roles in immigration enforcement, limited transparency around ICE collaboration raises accountability concerns. Experts share strategies for accessing records, analyzing data, and reporting on enforcement’s impact on communities.
The US-Iran war is driving oil price spikes and global supply chain disruptions, raising costs for fuel, food, and goods. Experts examine war-driven inflation, economic risks, and potential solutions.
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Trump’s proposed birthright citizenship ban faces Supreme Court review, raising concerns over economic impacts, workforce shortages, and creation of a stateless underclass, while states consider restricting education access for undocumented children.
Los Angeles property owners will vote on a proposed street lighting assessment increase to fund repairs and maintenance. Officials outline costs, aging infrastructure needs, and what approval means for citywide lighting systems.
Speakers will debate the merits of cell phone bans versus the potential of social media to foster social connection, creative self-expression, and to gain access to supportive communities.
Mar 31 | California’s Forestry Sector Jobs Initiative promotes careers in forest management, wildfire prevention, and sustainability, expanding access for underrepresented communities through training, education, and workforce pathways supported by CAL FIRE.
Scams targeting immigrant communities in the U.S. are rising sharply. Experts examine common fraud schemes, how victims can protect their assets, and legal pathways available for recovery and consumer protection.
Diaspora communities are shaping U.S. foreign policy debates, influencing views on sanctions, democracy, and global conflict. Experts examine political engagement, internal divisions, and impacts on immigrant communities and domestic discourse.
New U.S. dietary guidelines introduce an inverted food pyramid prioritizing protein, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables. Experts discuss nutrition impacts, school lunches, ultra-processed foods, and environmental concerns tied to diet.
Drug overdose deaths are falling in Los Angeles County, but disparities persist in Black, Latino, Indigenous, and low-income communities. Experts discuss prevention, harm reduction, treatment strategies, and efforts to address overdose inequities.
ACoM’s 2026 Impact Report highlights its extensive ethnic media network reach through news briefings, local journalism, reporting fellowships, community partnerships and advocacy for the sector.
As midterms approach, will Black voters turn frustration into turnout and translate their enduring Democratic loyalty into meaningful political power and representation?
