Keeping Immigrants Safe
At the Asian American Federation (AAF), we believe that every immigrant in our diverse community deserves access to accurate information and resources in the languages they are most comfortable with. The resources below are available in multiple Asian languages and are designed to help community members understand their rights, policy changes, and steps they can take to protect themselves and their families.
Resources
Download in multiple Asian languages by clicking below.
Family Preparedness
Immigration raids or other emergencies can happen without warning. Prepare now so your loved ones stay safe and cared for if you are separated.
Below are guides in 9 Asian languages with simple steps and forms to help make sure your family is protected, even if you are not there.
H.R. 1 Fact Sheets
These fact sheets in four languages breaks down how H.R. 1 will specifically affect Asian New Yorkers, from impacts on immigration, healthcare access, public benefits, education, small business, and more.
Airport Safety
We should all be able to travel to visit our loved ones and explore new places. But right now, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is going after immigrants in new and harmful ways. Traveling through U.S. airports can be risky, even if you have active or pending legal immigration status and/or have traveled without issues in the past. That’s why it’s more important than ever to know your rights and how to prepare for risks as you travel.
This resource from the National Immigration Law Center gives travel safety tips and other resources on how to understand the risks and prepare yourself and your family. Available in 12 Asian languages below.
SNAP Work Requirements
These fact sheets from the NYC Human Resources Administration, translated into seven languages, cover the general SNAP work requirements for Able Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD) to continue receiving benefits.
SNAP Palm Card
These palm cards from the NYC Human Resources Administration, translated into seven languages, inform certain SNAP recipients if they need to meet additional work requirements to continue receiving SNAP benefits.
Public Charge Guidance
Changes to the public charge rule will come into effect on September 18, 2026. These info sheets from the New York Immigration Coalition, updated by AAF and translated into 14 languages, explains what public charge is, how it impacts immigrants applying for green cards or legal permanent status, and where to go for legal support.