Woven Together
INSIGHTS INTO GEORGIA’s AAPI COMMUNITIES
Woven Together is more than research — it’s a community-building project. By lifting up our voices and weaving together our experiences, we can create a roadmap to build power and shape a hopeful, thriving future where communities across Georgia can flourish together.
About the project
Georgia’s AAPI communities are vibrant, diverse, and growing, yet too often our voices are missing from the conversations that shape policy, politics, and public life. Woven Together is an initiative by the Asian American Advocacy Fund (AAAF) to ensure our communities are seen, heard, and have the power and influence to shape Georgia’s future.
This community-driven project combines data with real stories to capture the hopes, challenges, and priorities of Georgia’s AAPI communities. The final report will create a comprehensive picture of who we are, what we care about, and how we can shape the future of our state.
TOP COUNTIES WITH AAPI VOTERS
WHY THIS MATTERS
Woven Together will provide a comprehensive report centering Georgia’s AAPI communities, providing policymakers, organizers, and advocates with the insight needed to drive real change. The findings will influence elections, inform policies, guide community funding, and shape advocacy strategies.
The report will be used by AAAF, grassroots organizations, policymakers, schools, and coalition partners to:
Strengthen programs, outreach, and advocacy efforts
Align initiatives across organizations to better meet community needs.
Amplify AAPI voices in decision-making spaces where they have historically been underrepresented.
By turning insight into action, Woven Together ensures that the priorities and experiences of Georgia’s AAPI communities guide strategy, investment, and decision-making across the state.
OUR APPROACH
Digging Into the Data
We’re gathering the best available research to see the bigger picture: analyzing voter files, census data, and community reports to understand who makes up Georgia’s AAPI population and how our demographics are shifting.
Focus Groups Listening to Our Communities
Numbers only tell part of the story. Through focus groups, we’ll hear directly from community members about what matters most, what challenges they face, and how they want to see change happen. These conversations are designed to uplift diverse perspectives and uncover the nuance within our communities. To inform which AAPI subgroups to engage in focus groups, existing AAPI organizations across Georgia were mapped, and key subgroups were identified based on shared characteristics such as religion, ethnicity, age and gender.
Focus groups are designed to understand:
Political engagement and influences (assumptions, religion, outreach preferences, motivations).
Community priorities and campaign resonance (what matters most, how to engage).
Grassroots Partnerships
Building meaningful connections with community partners is at the heart of Woven Together. We are engaging local organizations, coalitions, and trusted leaders through stakeholder interviews and consultations to understand their perspectives, experiences, and priorities. These conversations help create alignment around shared goals. By collaborating closely with partners, we are not only gathering insights but also strengthening the networks that will carry this work forward.
Accessibility
We’re committed to making this assessment accessible to members of our AAPI communities. Materials, and focus group sessions will be available in multiple languages, ensuring that language is not a barrier to participation. By prioritizing translation and culturally responsive engagement, we aim to create an inclusive space where everyone can share their perspectives and be fully represented in the findings.
Timeline
Phase 1: Research & Data Gathering (Fall 2025)
We begin by analyzing voter files, census data, and community reports to build a baseline picture of Georgia’s AAPI communities.
Phase 2: Community Conversations (Winter 2025–2026)
Through focus groups and key interviews, we listen directly to AAPI Georgians about their priorities, challenges, and hopes for the future.
Phase 3: Analysis & Strategy Building (Spring 2026)
We weave data and stories together to identify key trends, insights, and opportunities for change.
Phase 4: Final Report & Action Plan (Spring 2026)
We release the Woven Together report and share recommendations with communities, partners, and policymakers—turning insight into collective action.
FAQs
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Anyone who identifies as Asian American or Pacific Islander and lives in Georgia is welcome. We’re working to ensure diverse voices are included—across ethnicity, age, gender, faith, and geography.
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Yes. Focus group discussions will be summarized without using names or identifying details. Our goal is to uplift themes and insights, not individuals.
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Woven Together is led by the Asian American Advocacy Fund and centers Georgia’s AAPI communities. Unlike other studies, this project combines data with real stories, ensuring that what we learn directly shapes political advocacy, organizing strategies, and policy solutions in Georgia.
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The final report will be released in Spring 2026, with updates along the way. Partners and community members who join our mailing list will get early updates and opportunities to preview findings.
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The findings will guide AAAF’s programming, advocacy, and organizing—and they will also be available for our partners, policymakers, and allies to strengthen their own work. This ensures the insights have a broad impact beyond just one organization.
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Join a focus group, share the project with your networks, or sign up for updates. Community members and partners alike are key to shaping this work.
How YOU CAN BE PART OF IT
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👉 More focus groups will be added soon—check back for new opportunities to participate as they’re scheduled!
AAPI Youth
AAPI Women
For Partners:
Help recruit participants who bring trusted voices and lived experiences into the room.
Share your knowledge of community dynamics and outreach strategies.
Amplify the importance of this project through your networks.
For Community Members:
Join a focus group and share your perspective.
Bring your story, your concerns, and your vision for the future of Georgia’s AAPI communities.
Help shape the strategies, campaigns, and advocacy that will serve your community for years to come.