ASATA - Alliance of South Asians Taking Action

02/22/2026

POLITICAL EDUCATION ANNOUNCEMENT!

From South Asia to Palestine, we’re coming together for political education and collective liberation. ✊🏽🌍

Join us Saturday, Feb 28, 2026, from 3–5 PM at the First Unitarian Church of San Jose (160 N 3rd St, San Jose).

We’ll unpack the nexus between Hindutva and Zionism and connect it to the local organizing we’re doing today!

RSVP at the link in bio/QR code to save your spot and bring friends who care about justice and solidarity.

NOTE: RSVP is required due to limited space.

01/28/2026

✨ ASATA Open Meeting – Feb 3 ✨
Looking for a progressive Desi political home?
Want to organize, learn, or just be in community during a wild moment?
Join us for ASATA’s first open-to-everyone meeting of 2026.
🗓 Feb 3 | 6–7:30pm
📍 Downtown Oakland (RSVP for location)
🍽 Join us for casual dinner afterward
Come meet current members, hear about the work, and see if ASATA is a fit for you.
All are welcome. Invite your people.
🔗 RSVP link in bio/here: https://forms.gle/E2CzE3xh4C3MXc1i8

12/30/2025

❄️Everyone deserves to be with their loved ones during the holidays.
South Asian and immigrant families in our communities can use our support this holiday season.
This Mutual Aid Fund helps us respond immediately, with housing, food, legal aid, and organizing.
💜 Donate today and send care to those who need it most!
🔗 tinyurl.com/ASATAFund

12/21/2025

We’re done being used as “model minorities” to uphold white supremacy.
South Asians have always fought back, from taxi workers to students to families resisting deportation.
Now, it’s our turn again.
Join ASATA’s Mutual Aid Fund to support families impacted by ICE raids and build community defense.
🎯 Goal: $10,000
💰 Suggested donation: $25–$100
✊🏽 Give today and share: tinyurl.com/ASATAFund

12/19/2025

📢 1 in 8 South Asians are undocumented.
ICE raids don’t just target one community; they target all of us.
ASATA is currently supporting a mutual aid fund to protect immigration communities, including South Asians, impacted by ICE violence. Together, we can offer direct support, rapid response, and collective safety.
💸 Give $25–$100 to help us reach our $10K goal.
🫶🏽 Every dollar keeps our communities safe and resourced.
🔗 Donate now: tinyurl.com/ASATAFund

11/02/2025

10/31/2025

We’re so honored to be in conversation with these powerful leaders at We Belong Here: Bhutanese & HMoob Americans in the Struggle Against Statelessness -- a virtual community event this Monday, Nov 3 at 4PM PT / 7PM ET!

During the event, we’ll hear from State Representative Mai Xiong and State Representative Abdullahi, who will share updates on the growing number of Bhutanese, HMoob, and Southeast Asian community members being detained in their states (Michigan and Ohio respectively).

We're also going to be uplifting two ongoing campaigns, one to which centers Lue Yang, a Hmong community leader from Michigan, and another to Free Mohan Karki, a Nepali-speaking Bhutanese refugee from Ohio.

You’ll hear directly from their wives, Ann Vue and Tika Basnet, who continue to fight for their husband's return and for all refugee communities facing deportation.

The program will be hosted by Miko Lee and feature Aisa Villarosa Asian Law Caucus who will break down the legal implications of these detentions and what’s at stake for Asian immigrant communities nationwide. Attendees will also gain tools and resources, including Know Your Rights, FOIA Requests, and tips for staying safe at election polls this November.

Registration is REQUIRED! Register now at bit.ly/WBH-2025!

07/20/2025

Our ASATA team just completed the ! We are still trying to raise $4000 by the end of today. Follow the link in our bio to help us reach our goal

05/18/2025

Kashmir, the most militarized region of the world, has been a key site of anti-colonial struggle for decades. On May 27, ASATA will be hosting a crucial teach-in about Kashmir and how it fits into out broader fight for justice. 

We are excited to be hearing from Dr. Hafsa Kanjwal who is an associate professor of South Asian History in the Department of History at Lafayette College and Zainab Ramahi, organizer and attorney who has previously worked at Palestine Legal. 

We hope you will join us May 27th 5-6:30pm PST as we educate and empower each other in the global fight against occupation! 

Visit bit.ly/asatakashmir to register today.

12/03/2024

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the chemical disaster caused by Union Carbide (now owned by Dow Chemical) which killed thousands in Bhopal, India and continues to plague the people of that region. ASATA members joined local activists and artists to create a mural in front of the Indian Consulate in San Francisco to commemorate the disaster and lift up the voices of those still fighting for justice in Bhopal. Read the full story here:

On Sunday, December 1, volunteers with ASATA, Hindus for Human rights, and other local groups in solidarity painted a street mural in front of the Indian Consulate in San Francisco to call for justice...

10/15/2024

ASATA is excited to be a community sponsor of the 22nd Annual San Francisco International South Asian Film Festival October 18-20 at the Roxie theater in San Francisco. See you at the movies!

Grab your seat. The show is about to begin! 🍿

3rd i’s 22nd annual SF International South Asian Film Festival presents groundbreaking cinema from India, Pakistan, France, UK, Canada, and the USA. From witty comedies to nuanced dramas, from sci-fi to real life, 3rd i offers a celluloid celebration of inspiring stories from South Asia and its Diaspora.

For early bird tickets and expanded program information, please visit: www.thirdi.org

Use the discount code earlybird2024 for 50% off tickets. Offer expires 10/2/24