Category: NSC Projects
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In Response to March 18 News Release by Huntington Beach Fire Department and Huntington Beach Police Department
See March 24 update below NSC is waiting to see if the report addressed the removal of all evidence from the scene and also whether an explanation of the demolition of the second building is explained. Read it here: https://historicwintersburg.blogspot.com/2022/03/statement-in-response-to-march-18-news.html March 24, 2022 Updates: The letters and community action on the 19th have put accountability…
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Activists seek to preserve historic Japanese-American site
NBC NEWS: March 26, 2018, 5:33 AM PDT / Updated March 26, 2018, 5:32 AM PDT By Caitlin Yoshiko Kandil IRVINE, Calif. — A historic site representing one of Southern California’s earliest Japanese pioneer settlements may be in danger of being destroyed in a possible sale, according to activists from the Japanese-American community. Historic Wintersburg — a 4.5-acre…
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Fires at Historic Wintersburg in Huntington Beach, CA: Part of a larger trend?
With anti-Asian hate crimes continuing to rise across the U.S. and other countries globally, up over 330% nationally, the attacks have taken various forms, from microagressions, racial slurs, Asian Americans being spat upon in public spaces, various physical attacks including sexual violence and murder. The crimes have also included vandalism and destruction of places of…
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Investigate the Wintersburg Church in Huntington Beach Fire as a Possible Hate Crime
On February 25, 2022, fire destroyed 2 of the 6 buildings at Historic Wintersburg, and is now under investigation for possible arson. Republic Services, owners of the property, demolished both buildings several hours after the fire, destroying evidence for the investigation. They previously applied to demolish all 6 historic buildings so they can develop or…
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Feb. 16, 2022 Solidarity Gathering to Honor Victims of Anti-Asian Violence, Koreatown, Los Angeles (videos)
People came from a diversity of communities, joining in solidarity to honor victims of violent hate crime attacks on Asian Americans, re-committing themselves to continue the fight to address systemic causes of the violence and extend efforts to build unity. A key demand coming out of the event was to have funds from both the…
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A Year After A Brutal Beating in Koreatown, Neighbors Push For Action To End Anti-Asian Hate
LAist.com By Josie Huang Published Feb 17, 2022 11:26 AM Under the gauzy glow of a shopping plaza sign in Koreatown, dozens of people gathered for a vigil Wednesday night to mark a bleak anniversary. A few yards away from where they stood, on the corner of 6th and Berendo, is where a Korean American veteran…
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Jan 16, 2022 – 1 Year Anniversary Event
Please bookmark this page and return. More photos will be added over the next few days. Video of event: https://www.facebook.com/stevengibson.org/videos/328539955866636 Coverage from Josie Huang of LAIST: https://laist.com/news/beating-koreatown-anti-asian-attacks-neighborhood-regroups For higher resolution versions, contact safetywalks.org@gmail.com. Why We Held this Memorial A recent report by the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism, has revealed that anti-Asian…
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NSC visits another senior home in Koreatown
NSC members were able to meet with over 60 seniors in Koreatown on Saturday, February 11, to share ideas about community safety and basic self-defense. A big thanks to Mr. Huh for doing the translation labor for NSC members unable to speak Korean! There are several senior housing facilities in Koreatown, many of which are…
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Media Alert: Feb 16 Honoring Victims of Anti-Asian Violence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE “Honoring Victims of Anti-Asian Violence” What: A multicultural street tribute and rally to honor the victims of the most recent rash of attacks against Asians. When: Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 6pm to 8pm Where: Southwest corner of: Kenmore Ave. and 6th St. Koreatown, LA Visual opportunities: Candlelight ceremony where photos of…