WHO WE ARE
The South Asian American Policy & Research Institute (SAAPRI) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization established in 2001. Through community-based research and partnerships, SAAPRI drives impactful policy changes at the local, regional, and national level. We are dedicated to empowering and advocating for the South Asian American community by advancing data equity and ensuring representation that truly reflects their diverse experiences.
RECENT NEWS
- Chicagoland AANHPI Hate Crimes Response and Prevention Coalition Meeting
- Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination and Legal Protections in a Changing Landscape
- Intersecting Identities: Confronting Hate Against Queer South Asians
- Policy Shifts & Hate Crimes in 2025: Key Updates Affecting South Asian Communities (June 2025)
- Women’s Health Series Webinar 4: Elderly Care
- Capstone Poster Symposium at the College of Applied Health Sciences, University of Illinois-Chicago
- From Hate to Hope: South Asian Resilience, Resistance, and Thriving Through History
UPCOMING EVENT
The Psychology of Hate: Understanding the Roots of Prejudice
Thursday, November 6th at 5 PM CST
Hate doesn’t begin with violence, it often begins with everyday biases, stereotypes, and threats to belonging. This session explores the psychological processes that shape prejudice and exclusion, and how they can escalate into hostility. Together, we’ll discuss how understanding these roots can help communities, including South Asians, foster empathy and counter hate before it takes hold.
