Asian Financial Society Issues Statement on Violence Against Asian American and Pacific Islanders News provided by Share this article Share this article NEW YORK, May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asian Financial Society (AFS) strongly condemns acts of bias and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community members and businesses. We are deeply saddened to see the horrific tragedies against AAPI individuals, groups, and businesses over the past few months. The AAPI community has silently endured racism, bias, and prejudice for many years but such collective horror and injustice shall not be tolerated further. AFS has always stood against discrimination of any form and will continue to denounce hate and stand up against acts of violence and discrimination that have become far too commonplace in our society. AFS values diversity and inclusion and will continue to work together with groups and individuals to address racism and violence in our community.