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.

We’re still looking for cook-off contestants to enter our BBQ competition and fundraiser! Don’t miss this opportunity to...
05/22/2026

We’re still looking for cook-off contestants to enter our BBQ competition and fundraiser! Don’t miss this opportunity to win up to $1,500 while giving back to the community! Register by Friday, May 29th: www.tinyurl.com/emac-cookoff-entry

Please spread the word to all your friends and fam who are always serving the best BBQ at the cookout!

Our immigrant and refugee communities deserve transparency, accountability, and safety. On June 2, 2026, the Sheriff’s D...
05/19/2026

Our immigrant and refugee communities deserve transparency, accountability, and safety. On June 2, 2026, the Sheriff’s Department is planning to share information about their cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This is also known as a TRUTH Act Forum.

When local law enforcement collaborates with ICE, it harms trust, separates families, and makes our communities less safe. This is why we need our community to show up, stay informed, and speak out.

Where and when
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
Date/Time: Tuesday JUNE 2nd at 9:00 AM
Location: 44 North San Joaquin Street, 6th Floor, Stockton, CA

Join us in making public comments and demanding accountability from the Sheriff’s Office. Our voices matter. ✊🏽

We’re proud to launch EMAC’s Policy Platform ✊🏽This platform is rooted in the lived experiences of Southeast Asian commu...
05/07/2026

We’re proud to launch EMAC’s Policy Platform ✊🏽

This platform is rooted in the lived experiences of Southeast Asian communities in Stockton: immigrants, refugees, formerly incarcerated folks, and working class families who have long been impacted by systems of harm, but continue to lead, organize, and build.

Our vision is clear:
🍃 Safety that doesn’t rely on policing, incarceration, or detention
🌿 An immigration system rooted in justice, dignity, and due process
🍀 Access to culturally responsive resources and language justice
🌱 Real pathways to citizenship and an end to deportation pipelines
🍃 Investment in healing, cultural preservation, and community-led solutions

This isn’t just policy, it’s a reflection of who we are, where we come from, and the future we’re fighting for.

📲 Read the full platform here:
https://www.emacstockton.org/about/our-policy/

We invite our community to learn, share, and organize with us. Because real change happens when our people are informed, empowered, and leading the way.

WANTED: Contestants for EMAC DAY COOK-OFF & fundraiser - WIN UP TO $1,500! SATURDAY JUNE 27 2026Stockton, CAThink you ha...
05/07/2026

WANTED: Contestants for EMAC DAY COOK-OFF & fundraiser - WIN UP TO $1,500!

SATURDAY JUNE 27 2026
Stockton, CA

Think you have what it takes to serve the best mouthwatering BBQ stick to Stocktonians?
EMAC is hosting a BBQ stick competition as a fundraiser for our nonprofit organization’s critical work in advocating for immigrant rights and building power for a safer, thriving Southeast Asian community in Stockton. This is your chance to show off your culinary skills and highlight your business, all while giving back to the community.

You are eligible to win up to $1,500 in awards for this contest! Please email [email protected]
or call/text 209-448-0473 to learn more, including
rules and regulations for participation in the cook-off! You can also go straight to our registration form using the QR code above or go to www.tinyurl.com/emac-cookoff-entry ✨

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with Action!! May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to honor t...
05/01/2026

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with Action!! May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to honor the resilience, culture, and contributions of our communities while recognizing the ongoing struggles we continue to face. For Southeast Asian families in Stockton and across the Central Valley, this moment is not only about celebration. It is also about protecting our people and investing in our future.

Since 2017, EMAC has been organizing on the ground to defend working class immigrant communities impacted by incarceration, deportation, and systemic harm. From deportation defense to community education and rapid response, this work reflects the legacy of our peoples and the strength of our collective survival. As we uplift our stories this month, we must also resource the movements that keep our communities safe.

We are asking you to make a donation today to sustain this critical work. Your contribution directly supports legal defense funds, advocacy campaigns, and culturally rooted healing spaces for families, homies, and allies.

Give what you can, and if you are able, consider becoming a monthly donor. Consistent support allows us to respond quickly in moments of crisis while building long-term stability for Southeast Asian communities 💚

Make your contribution here >> www.emacstockton.org/donate

🌊 JOIN OUR MOVEMENT 🌊In this moment of rising authoritarianism, we at Empowering Marginalized Asian Communities remain c...
04/17/2026

🌊 JOIN OUR MOVEMENT 🌊

In this moment of rising authoritarianism, we at Empowering Marginalized Asian Communities remain committed to showing up for Southeast Asian, immigrant, refugee, and working class people in Stockton and the Central Valley. When we organize, we win! And we can’t do it without your help.

Support our work by making a donation today: www.emacstockton.org/donate

🔥 CALLING ALL BBQ MASTERS 🔥Think you’ve got the best beef stick in Stockton? Prove it.Join us for the EMAC Day Beef Stic...
04/09/2026

🔥 CALLING ALL BBQ MASTERS 🔥

Think you’ve got the best beef stick in Stockton? Prove it.

Join us for the EMAC Day Beef Stick Cook-Off & Fundraiser on Saturday, June 27, a celebration of Southeast Asian flavors, community pride, and friendly competition.

We’re looking for cook-off contestants ready to bring their best marinade, their family recipes, and their grilling skills to the table 🏆

This isn’t just about food, it’s about community. All proceeds support EMAC’s work in immigrant rights, power building, and advocacy right here in Stockton.

What to expect:
💃🕺 Community vibes + live entertainment
🍢 Delicious food from across our cultures
🏆 A chance to showcase your skills and story

Ready to compete?
Tap in and sign up: [email protected]

Let’s see who really got the best beef stick in the 209 👀🔥

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SPONSORS FOR EMAC DAY COOK-OFFWe have several sponsorship levels available that come with accompanyin...
04/08/2026

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SPONSORS FOR EMAC DAY COOK-OFF

We have several sponsorship levels available that come with accompanying perks 🙌🏼

If you are interested in sponsoring EMAC Day Cook-Off Fundraiser or know someone who is interested, please email [email protected] to learn more!

SAVE THE DATE! EMAC Day Cook-Off & Fundraiser on Saturday, June 27thJoin us for a fun and friendly BBQ stick competition...
04/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE! EMAC Day Cook-Off & Fundraiser on Saturday, June 27th

Join us for a fun and friendly BBQ stick competition and community event celebrating Southeast Asian flavors! Proceeds will support EMAC’s immigrant rights, power building, and advocacy work. There will be yummy food, entertainment, and an award for Best BBQ Stick~

Please email [email protected] to learn more!

Stockton deserves real safety — not more surveillance.Tonight, the City Council is considering a $3.15 million expansion...
03/31/2026

Stockton deserves real safety — not more surveillance.

Tonight, the City Council is considering a $3.15 million expansion of the Flock camera program, including adding police drones to our skies.

Programs like this expand surveillance, increase policing, and have already raised concerns around data sharing — including with federal immigration authorities.

We know what actually keeps our communities safe: resources, stability, and care — not being watched.

🕠 Show up tonight at 5:30 PM
🗣️ Make your voice heard

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