RCAP stands firmly against violence, harassment, or discrimination. Since the outbreak of COVID-19, Asian hate crimes, violence and discrimination against Asian-Americans has increased by 150%. This discrimination and violence has occurred in all types of communities across the nation. Sadly, Xenophobia and Sinophobia are not new to the history of this country and recent rhetoric has further harmed Americans of Asian heritage across the country including those in our own communities and the rural communities RCAP serves.  

Our work at RCAP reflects our core values of respecting people of all backgrounds and honoring the diversity that is Rural America. The communities we serve have many faces, experiences, languages, histories, religions, and backgrounds that all contribute beautiful, unique, and important elements to our country.  

Please join us as we elevate important issues and voices that face unjust stigma, bias and discrimination, and continue our learning and work as it relates to racial equity and justice. Let’s be part of the tough conversations and solutions needed to mend America, especially rural communities. RCAP will always stand against hate, and we support our Asian American neighbors in both rural and urban communities.