Who We Are

API RISE is an extended family of formerly incarcerated or detained Asian immigrants/refugees, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. We embrace and welcome individuals of all backgrounds including immediate, and chosen family members, friends, and supporters, in the Los Angeles County and Inland Empire region.

Our Mission

Our mission is to make freedom possible for the community of current and formerly incarcerated individuals, youth and families in high-risk situations, allies, supporters, and their communities. We do this through culturally sensitive direct support, education, power building, organizing, and advocacy.

Our Vision

We envision true freedom and liberation for API communities living within a compassionate society that harnesses its community power.

KILLING YOUR NUMBER: A POST CRIME PODCAST

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Not so much a true crime podcast, as a ”post-crime” podcast. The growing Asian American prison population and the impact of incarceration in our communities often goes unaddressed because of the cultural shame and stigma of incarceration in our families. This podcast looks at how incarceration specifically impacts API communities, and what it’s like when you ”kill” your prisoner number and return to society.

Produced by API RISE. Hosted by Kirn Kim and Kristina Wong