Empowering Marginalized Asian Communities - EMAC

Empowering Marginalized Asian Communities - EMAC EMAC’s mission is to help build safe and thriving Southeast Asian communities within the larger Asian American and Pacific Islander diaspora.

📢 SAVE THE DATE 📢 Because our community showed up and spoke out at the June 2nd TRUTH Act Forum, the San Joaquin County ...
08/11/2026

📢 SAVE THE DATE 📢 Because our community showed up and spoke out at the June 2nd TRUTH Act Forum, the San Joaquin County Sheriff has agreed to meet with us again.

Join us on Monday, Sept. 14 at 6 PM as we continue the conversation about the Sheriff Department’s policies and collaboration with ICE in San Joaquin County.

This is an important opportunity for our communities to stay informed, ask questions, and continue demanding transparency and accountability.

📅 Monday, Sept. 14
⏰ 6 PM
📍 Location details shared after RSVP

RSVP to get updates on location and more details:
www.tinyurl.com/SJCTRUTHAct

Save the date, share with your people, and stay ready to show up. ✊🏽

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE 📣 Want to better understand your rights and how local law enforcement cooperation with ICE impacts our ...
08/08/2026

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE 📣 Want to better understand your rights and how local law enforcement cooperation with ICE impacts our communities?

Join ICE Out of Stockton for a community workshop on the CA Values Act and why it matters for immigrant and refugee families in San Joaquin County.

This is a space to learn, ask questions, and stay connected as we continue organizing for transparency, accountability, and community safety.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 3
⏰ 6–7:30 PM
📍 Location shared after RSVP

RSVP now to get updates and more details:
www.tinyurl.com/SJCTRUTHAct

Our communities deserve to be informed, prepared, and protected. ✊🏽

07/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make EMAC Day 2026 and our very first BBQ Cook-Off such a memorable celebration! Whether you were a sponsor, contestant, donor, judge, volunteer, attendee, or simply helped spread the word, this event was possible because of you.

From the smell of BBQ filling the air, to families and friends gathering around good food, to the music, laughter, and friendly competition, it was incredible to witness our community come together in celebration and solidarity.

A huge congratulations to Team Red (Weezy BBQ) for winning the Fan Favorite Award, and to Team Orange (Madai's Kitchen) for taking home Best BBQ Stick! Again, thank you as well to our amazing judges, Mae, Nika, and Nump for lending your time and expertise.

Because of this community, we raised $3,559 through ticket sales, food and drink purchases, and generous donations.

Every dollar supports EMAC's anti-deportation work, helping provide relief, safety, advocacy, and wraparound support for Southeast Asian immigrant and refugee families throughout the northern Central Valley. It’s still not too late to donate through the link in our bio ✨

Thank you for believing in our work and for showing what it means to build community together. We'll see you at the next one. 🌊💛

We’re excited to share that we have a job opening available! We’re looking for a Communications and Advocacy Coordinator...
07/10/2026

We’re excited to share that we have a job opening available! We’re looking for a Communications and Advocacy Coordinator to join our team at EMAC. Apply now: www.tinyurl.com/emac-cac

This position will report directly to the Immigration & Deportation Defense Campaign Director and leads EMAC’s communications work in consultation with the Organizational Development Director and the rest of the team, along with supporting EMAC’s advocacy efforts and administrative needs.

This is a full-time position (40 hours a week) with a salary range of $50,000-$55,306 ($24.04-$26.59/hour), depending on experience. We offer a competitive health benefits package (medical, dental, vision), professional development funds and opportunities, and a generous paid time off schedule, including 7 weeks of paid collective rest throughout the year that doesn’t come out of your individual PTO bank. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

For more information on the Communications and Advocacy Coordinator position, please review the full job description: www.tinyurl.com/emac-cac

Please spread the word!

Can you help us get to our $5k goal in support of our work to stop deportations? Please consider making a donation today...
07/07/2026

Can you help us get to our $5k goal in support of our work to stop deportations? Please consider making a donation today: tinyurl.com/emacday26-5kgoal

Thank you to everyone who helped to make our first ever cook-off a success! Whether you were a sponsor, contestant, donor, judge, volunteer, attendee, or someone who spread the word, we couldn’t have done this without any of you 🌊🙏🏼💛

On Saturday June 27th, our team was elated to see our venue filled with families and friends indulging in BBQ sticks, refreshments, and desserts; enjoying each other’s company; vibing to the DJ’s set; and fully participating in the process to determine Fan Favorite (congratulations to Team Red aka Weezy BBQ)! We also want to give a shoutout to our judging panel (Mae, Nika, and Nump) for their roles in deciding Best BBQ Stick (congratulations to Team Orange aka Madai’s Kitchen)!

Additionally, we are thrilled to announce that we raised $3,559 from ticket sales, food and drink sales, and donations at our event!

Earlier on, our team at EMAC made the decision to lower our entry fees to ensure the event was accessible to working families and individuals in Stockton. While we stand by that decision, we are now $1,441 away from our original goal.

Can we count on you to chip in $10 or more to help us reach $5,000?

Every dollar gifted to our organization will go towards our critical anti-deportation work that provides relief, safety, and wraparound support to Southeast Asian immigrant and refugee families in the northern Central Valley region. Please consider making a donation today: tinyurl.com/emacday26-5kgoal

Also...if you were at our cook-off, we want to hear from you! Please complete our feedback form by Friday, July 10th so we know how to improve for next year’s event: https://tinyurl.com/emacday26-feedback

Thank you again for your support, love, and solidarity.

- The EMAC Team

🔥🔥🔥 TOMORROW!!! OUR BBQ COOK-OFF KICKS OFF THIS SATURDAY 🔥🔥🔥 Get tickets now before they’re gone! www.tinyurl.com/emac-d...
06/26/2026

🔥🔥🔥 TOMORROW!!! OUR BBQ COOK-OFF KICKS OFF THIS SATURDAY 🔥🔥🔥 Get tickets now before they’re gone! www.tinyurl.com/emac-day-26

🌟BBQ Stick Cook-Off Spotlight 🌟

Introducing…the Chan Fam!

“We are the Chan Family—Jose and Belinda. Together for 37 years, we have been blessed with three children and a life centered on God, love, family, and food. Cooking and sharing meals is how we connect, not just with each other, but with our entire family. We love gathering around the table, sharing a feast, creating memories, and savoring every moment together.

We believe in giving back, second chances, and changing lives one person at a time. We also always proudly support the work and the mission of EMAC, which serves and uplifts the Asian community.”

We are so happy to have the Chan Fam rounding out our lineup of contestants for the cook-off! Come savor their entry along with others TOMORROW, JUNE 27TH!!!

🔥 TWO DAYS AWAY from our inaugural cook-off! Join us for some yummy BBQ sticks, good vibes, and community! Get tickets: ...
06/25/2026

🔥 TWO DAYS AWAY from our inaugural cook-off! Join us for some yummy BBQ sticks, good vibes, and community! Get tickets: www.tinyurl.com/emac-day-26

🌟BBQ Stick Cook-Off Spotlight 🌟

Introducing... Weezy BBQ!

“We are a family of Southeast Asian descendents of the Philippines and Laos who love the concept of BBQ and how it allows for the idea of bringing people together over great food to create great memories.
We hold great excitement to help EMAC through
participation of this event and to push forth the continuous work they do for our local communities.”

We’re honored to have Weezy BBQ competing in our cook-off! Come taste what they’re grilling this Saturday, June 27th!

🔥 Our BBQ stick cook-off is THIS WEEKEND! 🔥 What are you waiting for? Get tickets now: www.tinyurl.com/emac-day-26 🌟BBQ ...
06/24/2026

🔥 Our BBQ stick cook-off is THIS WEEKEND! 🔥 What are you waiting for? Get tickets now: www.tinyurl.com/emac-day-26

🌟BBQ Stick Cook-Off Spotlight 🌟

Introducing...Madai’s Kitchen!

“Raised on the comforting flavors of homemade Cambodian cuisine, our love for cooking was inspired by our mothers and the meals they prepared for our family. Watching them transform simple ingredients into flavorful dishes taught us that food is more than nourishment—it is culture, tradition, and love shared with others.”

We’re so happy to have this Stocktonian team in our competition! Come taste some Cambodian homemade cuisine this Saturday, June 27th!

We are just FOUR DAYS away from our BBQ cook-off! Don’t miss out on some mouthwatering BBQ sticks! Get tickets now: www....
06/24/2026

We are just FOUR DAYS away from our BBQ cook-off! Don’t miss out on some mouthwatering BBQ sticks! Get tickets now: www.tinyurl.com/emac-day-26

We’ll also have sticky rice, papaya salad, some desserts, and refreshing beverages! 😋

🌟BBQ Stick Cook-Off Spotlight 🌟

Introducing…Judge Nump!

Nump is a Filipino American hip hop artist best known for his single “I Gott Grapes” featuring E-40 and The Federation. He also made the worldwide Filipino anthem “I’m So Filipino,” voted the most popular music to be played on social media featuring Filipino parties!

We’re juiced to have Nump as part of our judging panel! Come say hi on Saturday, June 27th!

EMAC’s BBQ Cook-Off & Fundraiser is THIS Saturday! Don’t miss out, get your tickets now! www.tinyurl.com/emac-day-26🌟 SO...
06/22/2026

EMAC’s BBQ Cook-Off & Fundraiser is THIS Saturday! Don’t miss out, get your tickets now! www.tinyurl.com/emac-day-26

🌟 SOCIAL MEDIA SPOTLIGHT 🌟
Introducing…Mai Kaok, a team made up of an intergenerational family who has lived in Stockton for a decade, with roots in Cambodia and Philly!

“My team is called Mai Kaok, a nickname they gave my mother. My sister, my daughter and I will be making my mom’s recipe for grilled beef sticks. My passion for cooking comes from my mom and her love for cooking. I am from Philadelphia, PA. Every weekend no matter what the weather was, we would be cooking and grilling with family and friends.

My mom was a great cook but unfortunately she has dementia now. I want to share my mother’s food because it reminds me of home, it reminds me of my mom. I am excited to join this cook-off, I learned about how EMAC is helping our community through my daughter (and her teacher) because she has been a part EMAC’s community.”

We’re so glad to have Mai Kaok as one of the competing teams in our cook-off! Come and taste their family recipe this Saturday, June 27th!

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