“I didn’t know where to start —
so I just started with one thing.”
Li, Founder of 1Thing.org
It all begins with small actions coming together.
ABOUT 1 THING.ORG
1Thing.org began in 2020,
not as a big campaign,
but as a quiet response.
HOW WE STARTED
During the pandemic, there was a rise in anti-Asian hate. Our founder, Li, noticed the silence — and felt the weight of it. So he took one small action: he gathered data, wrote a presentation, and shared it with his team at Google.
It wasn’t meant to go beyond that — but it did. People responded. They shared it. They took their own actions. It spread. Not because of a big plan, but because small actions resonate and ripple.
Since then, that simple spark — “act, share, inspire” — became the foundation of 1Thing.org. What started with a deck turned into a tracker, a community, a platform, and most importantly, a growing culture of everyday people doing what they can.
Everyone is treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or background.
Our Vision
We are here to mobilize individuals and communities to take small actions against racism and hate, and to inspire others to join the movement. Through a chain of action, sharing, and inspiration, we aim to create a positive feedback loop that aggregates small efforts into a large social movement that can make real differences in our society.
We advocate the 1 Thing idea and use our members' expertise to create a platform that supports individuals and communities to easily implement the 1 Thing idea. We believe that by working together, we can create a more just and equitable society for all.
Act
Our Methodology
Every change begins with one small step. We believe in empowering individuals to take tangible actions, no matter how simple or ordinary. From sharing a post to volunteering an hour, each small act builds momentum for the larger movement of change.
Share
Our Methodology
When individuals share their actions, they spread awareness and build a community of support. By showing others what’s possible, they spark motivation and make change feel achievable. Each shared story encourages more people to get involved, strengthening the movement for lasting impact.
Inspire
Our Methodology
Seeing others take meaningful steps inspires action in return. Each shared act plants a seed of possibility, creating a positive feedback loop that drives greater participation. Together, these small contributions build a powerful, collective force for real and lasting change.
“Big ideas can feel overwhelming, but when we break them down and take even the smallest steps forward, they become less daunting and more achievable. Each small action brings us closer to making a impact.”
Li Ma
Founder
Software Engineer
“Big ideas can feel overwhelming, but when we break them down and take even the smallest steps forward, they become less daunting and more achievable. Each small action brings us closer to making a impact.”
Yun-Ting Lien
Current Volunteer
UX Designer
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