Breaking the Silence,
Building a
stronger Future

Asians in Recovery is a nonprofit on a mission to confront substance use in the AAPI community by fostering connection, healing, and empowerment.

OUR STORY

For too long, substance use in the AAPI community has been overlooked. Stigma, cultural barriers, and a lack of representation have kept many from seeking the help they need. Asians in Recovery (AIR) was founded to change that.

AIR is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the AAPI community to overcome substance use through mentorship, culturally informed education, and access to essential resources.

We are committed to fostering a world where conversations about sobriety are met with understanding, dignity, and compassion—where no one has to struggle in silence. By breaking the stigma, providing representation, and creating community, we help AAPI individuals and families build lasting recovery.

When we see ourselves in the solution, recovery becomes possible.

OUR MISSION

To provide mentorship, education, and resources that empower the AAPI community to overcome substance use and build lasting recovery.

OUR VISION

A future where every AAPI individual seeking recovery sees themselves represented in the solution and has access to culturally informed support.

WHY asians in recovery (AIR)?

  • Many AAPI individuals struggling with substance use don’t see themselves in recovery spaces, making it harder to seek help. AIR creates a place where they feel seen and supported.

  • By sharing our stories, we reduce shame and encourage open conversations around recovery.

  • Recovery is stronger when guided by someone who understands—our mentors have lived experience and provide support through shared understanding.

  • We connect individuals to recovery support that respects AAPI cultural identities and values.

As an Asian American in recovery, I know the challenges of substance use and the stigma that comes with it. It can be lonely, especially when you don’t see yourself in the support that’s offered.

After attending a mental health conference in 2023 and learning that suicide had become the leading cause of death for young Asian Americans since the pandemic, I knew I had to make a difference.

I became certified as an alcohol and drug counselor, and while working in the field, I saw that while other minority groups have culturally informed resources, the AAPI community was being left behind.

This gap inspired me to take action, and Asians in Recovery was born.

Our Founder’s Story

Meet Our Board of Directors

  • Jane Doe

    Attorney & Advocate

    Jane Doe is a dedicated legal advocate with a passion for ensuring equitable access to recovery resources. As an attorney and a person in recovery, they understand the unique challenges AAPI individuals face in seeking support. With expertise in [specific area of law, e.g., policy reform, nonprofit law, or civil rights], they work to break down legal and systemic barriers that prevent access to care. At AIR, they provide guidance on policy, compliance, and advocacy efforts to ensure lasting change

  • John Doe

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

    John Doe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in mental health and substance use treatment. As an AAPI individual in recovery, they bring both personal insight and professional expertise to AIR. Their work has focused on culturally competent care, trauma-informed therapy, and community-based recovery solutions. At AIR, they are committed to expanding mentorship programs and ensuring AAPI individuals receive the compassionate, informed support they deserve.