What We Do
Our community is a unique intersection of two groups: Asian Americans in Utah--representing our heritage community--and marginalized refugees, refugee youth, and human trafficking victims--representing the community we serve.
We engage, equip, and empower victims of human trafficking, refugees, and refugee youth to improve, become self-sufficient, and thrive. Our work is trauma-informed and linguistically sensitive, delivered by specialized staff who journey with each individual and family as they transition to life in Utah.
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We are the primary human trafficking victim services provider in Utah. We provide full wraparound services to help victims go from Survive to Thrive.
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Refugee ServicesWe help refugees and refugee youth go from Arrive to Thrive. For over 45 years, we have been a consistent, local resource for New Americans in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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Almost all refugees arrive with significant trauma. Our trauma-informed and culturally relevant therapy is available for refugees, domestic violence and human trafficking victims.
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Latest News and Updates
In just 8 months, Alex Abrego has moved up two full levels in our English Language Learning classes and he's not stopping there. A mining industry professional from Panama, Alex is learning English to advance his career, share his ideas for safer mining practices worldwide, and one day open a foundation back home to help young people learn English and digital skills. Now confidently navigating daily life on his own, Alex brings leadership and encouragement to his classmates every day.
AAU in cooperation with the Utah Attorney General’s Office and the Utah Trafficking in Persons Task Force is hosting the annual UTIP Conference at the North Capitol Building at the Utah State Capitol on August 25th & 26th 2026 from 9:00 am—4:30 pm.
It's been a month since the 49th Utah Asian Festival! It was more than an event, it was a celebration of who we are as a community, a testament to nearly 50 years of showing up for one another, and honestly, one of the most joyful days we've had in a long time. We hope you'll join us as we begin the next 50 together.
The countdown is almost over! The 49th annual Utah Asian Festival is happening this Saturday at the Utah State Fairpark from 11 AM to 10 PM, and we can’t wait to celebrate with the community. As the festival continues to grow, community support helps keep this event free and accessible to everyone.
