Resilience, Recovery, and Empowerment

Empowering AAPI individuals and families to overcome substance use through culturally informed support and education.

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we’RE here to Empower

Asians in Recovery (AIR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the AAPI community’s path to recovery.

We provide peer mentorship, education, and culturally informed resources to help individuals and families overcome substance use and build lasting change.

Together, we’re breaking stigma, increasing representation in sobriety, and fostering open conversations grounded in dignity and compassion.

ways air can Support you

Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or someone you love, AIR provides culturally informed support designed to meet you where you are.

  • Peer Mentoring

    Talk with someone who’s walked this path. AAPI mentors in recovery offer confidential, judgement-free support.

    Request a Mentor

  • Support Circles

    Share, listen, and grow together. Our circles bring individuals and families into healing conversation.

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  • Case Management

    We help you find care and next steps - connecting you with trusted resources.

    Inquire About Case Management

THE CHALLENGE

Substance use impacts millions of AAPI individuals and families across the U.S., yet cultural stigma and lack of representation keep many from seeking help.

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.

25%

underutilization of support

AAPIs have the lowest help-seeking rate of any racial/ethnic group, due to stigma, language barriers, and a lack of culturally competent care.

our solution

We’re creating spaces where recovery feels relatable, resources are culturally informed, and every AAPI story matters.

Peer Mentoring

Connecting AAPI individuals new to sobriety with peers in recovery who share lived experiences and offer guidance to navigate the cultural nuances of recovery.

education & events

Workshops, webinars, and events led by experts to provide tools and education for sobriety, tailored for the AAPI community and healthcare professionals.

Resource center

Referring AAPI individuals to culturally appropriate treatment facilities, counselors, and other vetted resources to support their sobriety journey.

Become a Mentor

Share your experience. Inspire recovery.

Your story has the power to help someone else feel seen. As an AIR Mentor, you’ll connect with AAPI individuals new to sobriety, offering guidance and understanding rooted in shared experience. This flexible, short-term commitment is a meaningful way to give back and strengthen our community.

Mentors can expect:

  • Weekly check-ins (virtual or in-person) for about three months

  • Training and support from the AIR team

  • Flexibility to meet your schedule

  • The fulfillment of giving back through lived experience

Together, we’re creating representation in recovery—one connection at a time.

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Be Part of Our Growing Community

We’re building a movement where recovery and resilience can be openly shared in the AAPI community.

Use the form below to connect with us—whether you’re seeking support, interested in getting involved, or simply want to learn more. We’d love to hear from you.

Help Is Always Within Reach

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or experiencing a crisis, help is available.
For immediate, free, and confidential support in English or other languages, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.

If this is a medical or life-threatening emergency, please call 911.