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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Thinley Wangchuk, Data Analysis and Communications Coordinator at Korean American Family Service Center (KAFSC)

4:42:17

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161 sec

Thinley Wangchuk from the Korean American Family Service Center (KAFSC) testified about the organization's work supporting immigrant survivors of gender-based violence and the challenges they face. He emphasized the need for culturally competent services and inclusive policies to protect undocumented survivors in light of potential policy shifts from the upcoming administration.

  • KAFSC serves over 3,000 individuals annually, with 98% being immigrants living below the poverty line.
  • The organization responded to over 5,000 calls related to various forms of violence through their 24-hour hotline in 2024.
  • KAFSC urged the city to invest in culturally and linguistically competent services and implement inclusive local policies to support undocumented survivors.