ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Stop AAPI Hate

Okay kiddo, do you know what hate means? It's when someone feels really angry or mean towards someone else just because of who they are. Unfortunately, some people have been feeling a lot of hate towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) lately, just because of their race or ethnicity.

But that's not fair or right at all! We all deserve to be treated with kindness and respect, no matter where we come from or what we look like. So, to stop AAPI hate, lots of people are working to spread awareness about the issue and promote understanding and compassion towards AAPI communities.

One way we can help is by being an ally – that means standing up for AAPI friends and neighbors, speaking out against hate speech or discrimination, and learning more about different cultures and perspectives. We can also donate to organizations that support AAPI causes, like the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund or the Stop AAPI Hate Reporting Center.

Remember, it's always important to treat others with kindness and respect, and to stand up against hate whenever we see it.