AAPI Needs Assessment Survey

Thank you for taking the time to participate in this needs assessment survey. Your input will help identify areas of need and guide future efforts to better support the AAPI population in our community.

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* 1. Age Range

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

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* 2. Ethnicity

East Asian: Chinese

East Asian: Japanese

East Asian: Taiwanese

East Asian: Korean

South Asian: Indian

South Asian: Pakistani

South Asian: Bangladeshi

South Asian: Nepalese

South Asian: Sri Lankan

Southeast Asian: Vietnamese

Southeast Asian: Filipino

Southeast Asian: Thai

Southeast Asian: Cambodian

Southeast Asian: Laotian

Southeast Asian: Hmong

Southeast Asian: Burmese

Southeast Asian: Indonesian

Southeast Asian: Malaysian

Pacific Islander: Hawaiian

Pacific Islander: Samoan

Pacific Islander: Tongan

Pacific Islander: Fijian

Other (please specify)

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* 3. How connected do you feel to the AAPI community in Michigan?

Very Connected

Somewhat Connected

Neutral

Not Very Connected

Not Connected at All

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* 4. What are the main ways you prefer to engage with the AAPI community? (Select all that apply)

Social events, cultural celebrations, and gatherings

Volunteer opportunities

Online forums or social media groups

Other (please specify)

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* 5. How satisfied are you with the educational and employment opportunities available to the AAPI community in Michigan?

Very satisfied

Satisfied

Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied

Dissatisfied

Very dissatisfied

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* 6. Which state-provided resources or services do you believe are most crucial for addressing the needs of the AAPI population in our community? Please select all that apply:

Education and job training programs

Food assistance programs (e.g., SNAP, WIC)

Affordable housing initiatives

Healthcare access and insurance assistance

Culturally sensitive senior living facilities and services

Emergency shelters and housing assistance

Culturally sensitive law enforcement training and services

Other (please specify)

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* 7. Are there any particular financial services that you feel are essential but currently lacking for the AAPI community?

Accessible and culturally competent financial counseling services.

Microloan programs targeting AAPI-owned businesses and entrepreneurs.

Assistance programs for navigating the process of obtaining small business loans or grants.

Investment and retirement planning services addressing the specific needs and preferences of the AAPI community.

Accessible and culturally sensitive tax preparation services.

Programs promoting homeownership and wealth-building opportunities within the AAPI community.

Initiatives to combat financial exploitation and scams targeting the AAPI elderly population.

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* 8. What immigration services or support do you believe are needed to better assist the AAPI community with their immigration needs?

Language-specific immigration assistance and interpretation services.

Affordable legal representation for immigration proceedings and paperwork.

Accessible and culturally competent immigration counseling and guidance.

Assistance programs for navigating the naturalization process and citizenship applications.

Support services for refugees and asylum seekers within the AAPI community.

Outreach programs providing education on immigration rights and resources.

Advocacy for immigration policy reform addressing the needs of the AAPI population.

Access to information on visa options, sponsorship opportunities, and family reunification processes.

Protection against immigration fraud and scams targeting the AAPI community.

Collaborations with community organizations and cultural centers to provide holistic support for immigrant families.

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* 9. If you think there is a need for more youth services tailored to the AAPI population in our community, please select what you'd like to see.

Mentoring programs connecting AAPI youth with successful professionals from similar cultural backgrounds.

Educational programs focusing on AAPI history, culture, and identity.

Leadership development programs empowering AAPI youth to become community advocates.

Career exploration workshops highlighting diverse opportunities and pathways.

Mental health support groups addressing unique cultural stressors and challenges.

Recreational activities promoting physical health and social engagement.

College preparation and scholarship assistance programs specifically for AAPI students.

Arts and cultural enrichment programs celebrating AAPI heritage through music, art, and dance.

Civic engagement initiatives encouraging AAPI youth to participate in community activism and advocacy.

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* 10. When it comes to senior living facilities and services provided by the state, what culturally sensitive resources or programs do you think would be most beneficial for the AAPI senior population?

Language-specific staff or interpreters to assist with communication.

Culturally appropriate meals and dietary options.

Traditional cultural activities and celebrations.

Multilingual informational materials and signage.

Culturally tailored healthcare services and practitioners.

Respect for cultural customs and traditions in daily routines and care practices.

Access to religious or spiritual support services.

Culturally sensitive recreational and social activities.

Intergenerational programs connecting AAPI seniors with youth from similar cultural backgrounds.

Education and outreach programs addressing specific health concerns prevalent in the AAPI community.