Pilipino Association of Workers and Immigrants San Jose

The Pilipino Association of Workers and Immigrants (PAWIS) serves Filipino workers and immigrants throughout San Jose, CA and the greater Bay Area, providing comprehensive advocacy and support services. Founded in 2002, PAWIS emerged from the need to address systemic discrimination and economic injustice affecting Filipino workers, particularly following the U.S. Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2001. Today, the organization continues its mission by serving workers across diverse industries including healthcare, retail and sales, and electronic manufacturing. PAWIS operates as a collective voice for Filipino workers and immigrants, offering resources, information, and advocacy support to combat workplace abuse, exploitation, and wage theft. The organization maintains active community engagement through events, educational initiatives, and partnerships that strengthen worker solidarity. PAWIS provides critical support for those navigating labor standards compliance, workplace rights, and immigration-related challenges. With connections throughout Santa Clara County and beyond, PAWIS delivers culturally responsive assistance that recognizes the unique challenges faced by Filipino workers and immigrants. The organization's work extends across the United States and internationally, maintaining connections to the broader Filipino diaspora while remaining deeply rooted in the San Jose community.