Tools/Research

Many programs have accessibility checkers that are built-in or easy to add after a simple internet search. For example, the Microsoft Office Suite includes a handy accessibility checker that makes it quick and easy to review a Word document for accessibility. While this automated checker doesn't always catch every issue, it's a great starting point. The checker offers tips for fixing issues and can teach you to avoid making the same mistakes again.

Policy Research and reports on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Local, State and National Demographics, Rights & Identities, LGBT and Gender Issues, and Religion. A Project of Karthick Ramakrishnan at the UC Riverside.

Race Counts project has developed a tool to assess racial disparity is 7 Key Issue areas: *Economic * Opportunity * Access to Health Care * Education * Housing * Democracy * Crime & Justice * Healthy Built Environments. Racial disparity is pervasive across California and it impacts all of us. See the full picture across counties, issue areas and indicators. Santa Clara is a high performance, low disparity, and more populous county. Winter 2017 Report

The Urban Institute Children of Immigrants Data Tool is an interactive tool designed to generate charts and tables with indicators on children, age 0 to 17, for the United States, the 50 states, the District of Columbia and the top 100 metro areas using data from the American Community Survey. The Children of Immigrants Data Tool presents data on a number of population groups of children defined by the children nativity and citizenship and the nativity, citizenship, and origin of their parents, such as children with immigrant parents, children with noncitizen parents, and children with Mexican parents. Key Words: Demographics, Research

Written by Michelle Whitmer | Edited By Walter Pacheco | Scientifically Reviewed By Arti Shukla, Ph.D. Natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, floods and tornadoes can damage asbestos-containing materials and lead to asbestos exposure among first responders, cleanup crews and nearby residents. Learn how to prevent asbestos exposure when preparing for and cleaning up after a natural disaster. How Is Asbestos a Risk During a Natural Disaster? A large number of homes and commercial buildings constructed prior to the 1980s were built with asbestos materials. Those products are considered safe as long as they are in good condition. But once ripped, broken, burned, blown or washed away, the products release toxic asbestos fibers into the air. Breathing in these fibers in the aftermath of a natural disaster can lead to serious health conditions years later. The more someone is exposed to asbestos, the higher their risk of developing asbestos-related diseases such as a cancer called mesothelioma. Natural disasters pose dangers from the moment they occur. People don’t often consider health risks after a tornado rips through their neighborhood or a flash flood destroys their personal possessions. Asbestos exposure isn’t an immediate danger such as live electrical wires, gas leaks or unstable infrastructure. It also isn’t as apparent as more obvious health risks such as black mold. Asbestos fibers are microscopic and travel by air or in clouds of dust, so you can be exposed and not even know it. It is essential to consider and properly prepare for asbestos exposure prevention when planning for natural disasters and severe weather. Knowing how to keep safe from asbestos after a disaster can help prevent health conditions later in life. Who Is at Risk of Asbestos Exposure During a Disaster? As the first people on the scene, emergency response crews and early response volunteers face an increased risk for asbestos exposure in the wake of a natural disaster because of all the debris. The risk of health effects increases over time and depends upon frequency and amount of exposure to asbestos to these workers. Top First Responder Occupations at Risk Firefighters Law enforcement officials Emergency response workers (FEMA, American Red Cross, etc.) Enlisted military (Coast Guard, Navy, Army, etc.) Cleanup crew members (private contractors, state and local agencies,volunteers) Homeowners of damaged properties also face these risks and should alwaysuse caution when cleaning or searching through debris. Products Containing Asbestos There are dozens of asbestos-containing products in older construction such as single-family homes, apartment complexes, office buildings, churches and schools. These products are considered safe if they are in good condition and left undisturbed in walls, floors and the ceilings and roofs of structures. But natural disasters pose a threat to these products which can be damaged by winds, fires, floods and earthquakes. If asbestos-containing materials are suspected during cleanup efforts, experts recommend you leave them alone. Stirring up asbestos-containing debris can result in airborne asbestos fibers, and exposure is highly likely at that point. Common Household Materials Containing Asbestos Roofing felt Pipe lagging Block insulation Adhesives Appliance components Ceiling products Cement board Gardening products Flooring Paints Roofing Table pads Wallboard Insulation Fireplace decorations Taping compounds and plasters Electrical insulation and panels Heating and cooling systems Asbestos Exposure Prevention After a Disaster Different types of natural disasters present a variety of asbestos exposure risks. For example, tornados may carry asbestos debris from one location to another, while floods may contaminate local waterways and neighborhoods with asbestos materials. Fires present a greater risk to firefighters than other emergency responders. Hurricanes pose a variety of exposure threats from related tornados and flooding. please visit https://www.asbestos.com/asbestos/natural-disasters/ for more information.

With 4 levels of USA Learns English apps, you can use your phone, tablet or iPad to: *Watch videos from our popular 1st English course! *Practice listening to English vocabulary words. *Record your voice to practice speaking and compare your voice to a native English speaker from the US. *Improve your spoken English. Key Words: ESL

The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is committed to ensuring that all eligible Californians can get Medi-Cal coverage for themselves and their families. To foster collaboration with community organizations, DHCS introduced the Get Your Community Covered Resource Hub, offering a range of outreach materials in Arabic, Armenian, Cambodian, Chinese, Farsi, Hindi, Hmong, Japanese, Korean, Laotian, Mien, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. By selecting options from the tabs below, you can conveniently access downloadable graphics, flyers, messaging, and other outreach resources about Medi-Cal coverage. These materials can help eligible Californians understand how to get health coverage, and many can be customized with contact information for local Medi-Cal Health ​​​​​​Enrollment Navigators and Medi-Cal offices. For resources about Medi-Cal redeterminations, visit https://socialpresskit.com/keep-medi-cal-coverage. IMPORTANT: Clicking on the file names will immediately begin downloading the files.

RHIN is a national collaborative partnership that has created a database of quality multilingual, public health resources for those providing care to resettled refugees and asylees. Resources include Health education materials in various languages and formats (brochures, fact sheets, videos), Provider tools (including information on refugee populations and cultures), and information on Emergency Preparedness and Response for vulnerable populations.

Listos CA launched InformaGente—an online conversation series to foster a culture of emergency readiness among Latinx communities. The goal is to connect our Latino community with critical information on COVID-19 and how to prepare for other emergencies like earthquake and wildfire. As frontline workers who often face challenges with issues like access to healthcare or serious concerns about immigration status, our goal is to deliver critical facts and messages that our community needs to hear.

A simple primer on how to interrupt racist attacks in public from the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC). This video suggests how we can all support a victim without involving police (unless the victim asks). If you are an educator, we strongly encourage you to share this video in your classrooms. Key Words: Islamophobia, Hate Crimes, Advocacy, intervention

created to assist local government administrators, policymakers, and others who are looking for ways to provide high-quality and cost-effective translation and interpretation services. Practitioners' Corner Archive Centralizing Translation Across Agencies Through Computer Assisted Translation (CAT) Testing and Training Volunteer Translators and Interpreters Top 10 Best Practices for Multilingual Websites Doing More with Less on Language Access How to Assess the Effectiveness of Language Access Programs Drafting RFP and Contracts for Language Access Services Tips for Testing and Certifying Multilingual Employees Tips for Ensuring Translation Quality

6/27/17 SALINAS These are uncertain times for the immigrant community and advocates are trying to find ways to bring them help and comfort. The latest effort comes in the form of aby the United Farm Workers, a cumbia-style jingle that advises "if immigration comes, keep calm. You have the right to not sign anything and not say anything. You have the right to remain silent and to ask for a lawyer." Download Ringtone |