SEATTLE — A new study commissioned by the national nonprofit Asian American Foundation in collaboration with the Seattle-based China Information Services Center reveals alarming findings regarding Asian Americans and their perceptions of safety. A trend has been identified.
The study surveyed 1,000 adults in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties from May 30 to June 10 about their concerns and experiences with public safety.
The survey found that nearly two in five Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders living in Seattle said they had been the victim of an anti-Asian incident in the past year.
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Further findings showed that 30% of respondents said they had been called names or insulted in the past 12 months, 24% had been harassed or threatened, and 20% had been physically attacked.
“What’s surprising is the continued concern within our community,” said Georgette Batena of the Asian American Foundation. It’s great to attract people.”
The study found that people living in the Chinatown International District were much more likely to report personally experiencing an anti-Asian incident, with 47% saying they had been victimized. It was found that 33% of people living in other areas of Chinatown. Seattle.
The majority of respondents (72%) said that fear of being targeted for their race or ethnicity has forced them to change some habits or behaviors. 40% said they avoid going out late at night, and 28% said they avoid certain areas. Approximately one in five people said they avoid using public transport.
According to the survey, more than 20% said they avoid speaking their native language in public.
Respondents also recommended increasing overall footfall through events and activities, such as the return of the popular CID Night Market.
