About Us

Protect Chinatown was formed in response to the increase in anti-Asian attacks across the nation.

Protect Chinatown is an organization by the people for the people. It is founded on the principles of engaging and supporting the, often discounted, Asian-American communities. Our vision is to provide a sense of security through community-led collaboration, cooperation, and kinship.

Neighborhoods in New York City have already been burdened with the residual effects of COVID-19 and in recent news and videos surfacing, the worrying surge of hate crimes and racism directed towards Asians has added on to this hardship. These events prompted the development of Protect Chinatown and the initiative to promote unity and safety, rather than disparity.

Protect Chinatown remains committed to spreading awareness on major issues, collaborating with like-minded individuals and organizations, and restoring our community’s safety and confidence.

Our Mission

Safety

The community is under attack. All across the globe, anti-Asian hate crimes are rendering neighborhoods less and less safe. The restoration of safety and confidence, especially for our elders, is one of our top priorities.

Awareness

There is a lack of mainstream media coverage to inform the public of the recent attacks. We hope to provide information, through social media and other channels, so that issues are brought to light.

Collaboration

Through collaboration with organizations and groups that share similar goals, we’re able to work together efficiently and effectively.

How can I help?

Our flyer can be downloaded here.

If you’re a business or organization, feel free to print and post in your store. Photos of your business or organization can be sent to info@protectchinatown.com to be used on our social media.

Our Team

Ricky X. Yang

Operations

Kevin Law-Lee

Business Development

Sandy Yang

Marketing & Comms

**Jonathan Chan**

**Branding & Design**

Wendi Zheng

Social Media

**Shawna Lee**

**Volunteer Engagement**