Resilience, Recovery, and Empowerment
welcome to asians in recovery
Asians in Recovery is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the AAPI community to overcome substance use through mentorship, culturally appropriate education, and access to essential resources.
We are committed to breaking the stigma surrounding substance use and fostering a world where it is met with understanding, dignity, and compassion.
Our aim is to strengthen AAPI individuals and families to foster open conversations, build lasting change, and achieve sustainable recovery.
The Challenge
45%
affected with Asian Flush
Nearly half of Asians have this genetic condition, yet awareness of its dangers—including a significantly increased risk of cancer—remains low.
17%
increase in substance use
During the pandemic, substance misuse rose sharply in the AAPI community, highlighting the urgent need for culturally informed support.
54%
gap from general public
Only 4.8% of Asian Americans report substance use disorders, compared to 7.4% in the general population, suggesting significant underreporting within the AAPI community.
our solution
Raise
Public Awareness
We will engage with the AAPI community to raise awareness and provide culturally informed resources on substance use.
Educate
Professionals
We will offer training for healthcare and corporate organizations on cultural nuances in addressing substance use in the AAPI community.
Advocate Research & Policy Change
We will advocate for research, data disaggregation, and influence policy changes to secure funding for AAPI substance use support.
Let’s Break the Silence Together
Substance use affects us all.
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