Research Projects

Working but Poor: Asian American Poverty in New York City

On October 28, 2008, the Asian American Federation issued a census-based report on poverty among Asian New Yorkers - a serious, complex issue not well-known to the general public. This first detailed analysis of 2006 American Community Survey and Census 2000 data on poor and low-income Asians in the city describes their demographic traits and patterns, many of which reflect differences from the general population in those income categories. Age, household type, housing costs, educational attainment, language, immigration and citizenship, and employment characteristics were examined. The report also discusses related policy considerations. The research was supported by of the C.J. Huang Foundation, the Ong Family Foundation, and United Way of New York City. Read the News Release Download the Executive Summary of the Report Download the Report

Revitalizing Chinatown Businesses: Challenges and Opportunities

On June 30, 2008, the Asian American Federation issued a research report on Chinatown businesses. Based on an extensive business survey, interviews and data analysis, the report says businesses continue to face complex barriers to growth and stability in a changing environment. At the same time, the report lists opportunities for renewal and recommends steps for business, government and community leaders to take to make Chinatown an attractive business and cultural destination.   Read the News Release Download the Executive Summary of the Report Download the Report Order A Copy of the Report

Economic Characteristics Of Asian Americans in the New York Metropolitan Area

		Supported by the the Citigroup Foundation, the C.J. Huang Foundation, and the AT&T Foundation, the Federation's Census Information Center (CIC) has prepared a Census 2000-based analysis offering unprecedented detail on work-force participation, employment, earnings, income, housing, and occupational and industry representation of Asian Americans in the New York Metropolitan Area. The report covers the Asian American population overall and the six largest ethnic groups in the New York region. Download the Executive Summary Download the Report Order A Copy of the Report

Lessons Learned: To Sustain Health Coverage After September 11th In New York City's Chinatown

		This study examines participation in a temporary health care program for workers in New York City's Chinatown neighborhood who were affected by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The Research Department examined key factors in participants' decision for enrolling in a program, including source of information, prior experience health insurance, and immediate health needs. Recommendations for implementing similar programs in the future were also included. Support for the research was provided by The Commonwealth Fund. Download the Report

Asian American Mental Health:
A Post September 11th Needs Assessment

		Funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, this study is the first comprehensive account of mental health issues among Asian American communities in New York City. Mental health is a critical concern for our community because, as a population, Asian Americans typically underutilize mental health services; those who do seek help tend to be more severely ill than those in other groups. These circumstances are exacerbated in the context of September 11th, which inflicted severe mental distress on those who lost loved ones and who lived or worked in close proximity to the World Trade Center site. Download the Report Order A Copy of the Report

Asian American Elders in New York City:
A Study of Health, Social Needs, Quality of Life and Quality of Care

		Asian American Elders in New York City is a significant component of the Federation's efforts to focus academic research and public policy formulation on the needs of the Asian American community. Produced in collaboration with the Brookdale Center on Aging of Hunter College, the Federation's groundbreaking study is a comprehensive exploration on the quality of life and care of New York City's growing Asian American elderly population. Download the Report Order A Copy of the Report

Chinatown One Year After September 11th:
An Economic Impact Study

		Chinatown One Year After September 11th: follows and incorporates results of the groundbreaking Chinatown After September 11th report, issued in April. The new report draws on numerous sources, including business and worker surveys, loan and grant data, and information from public and private relief agencies. Findings take into account experiences of more than 10,000 workers, and reflect collaboration with community, business, labor, policy and academic organizations. Download the Report

Chinatown After September 11th:
An Economic Impact Study

		Drawing upon more than 30 data sources, including relief agencies and several community-based surveys, the study evaluated the extent of business and employment hardship stemming from infrastructure impediments and other factors. The study also examined the degree to which short-term assistance relieved economic distress for Chinatown, a community located less than ten blocks from the site of the World Trade Center. Download the Report Order A Copy of the Report
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