Civil Art is pleased to invite you to a guided tour of the Open Call: Portals exhibition at The Shed, led by Dejá Belardo, Assistant Curator, Civic Programs and Visual Art. The exhibition walkthrough will delve into the process of curating these emerging artists’ installation-based works and their social, political, and ecological relevance to the world we […]
Educators today face the urgent challenge of helping students navigate rampant misinformation and disinformation, alongside a broader erosion of public trust in history and journalism. This free webinar for K–12 educators, featuring panelists from Densho and the Southern Poverty Law Center, explores how teachers can equip students with the tools to evaluate digital sources, recognize […]
Built in 1882, ‘Iolani Palace symbolized the center of royal life in the Kingdom of Hawai'i. It was once the home of Hawai'i's last monarchs. Today, 'Iolani Palace represents the rich history of the Hawaiian Kingdom and it continues to serve as a symbol of Hawaiian identity and sovereignty. In honor of Hawaiian History Month, […]
This panel will explore the critical role of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs) in advancing educational equity and student success through research, practice, and policy. Featuring insights from educational researchers, practitioners, and policy advocates, the discussion will highlight how AANAPISIs elevate the voices and experiences of AANHPI students and communities. Khydeeja […]
The Pasifika Lens in Higher Education conference brings together educators, administrators, and advocates committed to advancing equity and inclusion for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) communities. Under the theme […]
The program will feature: A conversation with former ASAPer and ELL student, Aqida Rama, and community leaders about the unique challenges facing AAPI ELL students and families. The official launch of our new case study which centers student perspectives that shed light on barriers AAPI ELL students may face and recommendations for how best to […]
Noreen Naseem Rodríguez and Sohyun An, authors of Teaching Asian America in Elementary Classrooms, will lead a hands-on workshop designed for K–5 Curriculum Supervisors and Chief School Administrators. Drawing from their book and the Stop AAPI Hate K-12 Curricular Framework they designed, they will share how to move beyond surface-level lessons and stereotypes to bring […]
Join The Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop in partnership with the Sikh Coalition to learn about the history and experiences of Sikh American truck drivers. Sikh Americans account for an estimated 20% of the country’s truck drivers. In this workshop, participants will explore the role of Sikh truck drivers in the […]
Explore the fascinating history of St. Malo, Louisiana, the first permanent Asian settlement in the United States, established as early as 1763. Contributing to the thriving fishing industry, Filipino sailors settled the swamps of St. Malo, but very few sources from the perspective of Filipinos exist. The workshop will demonstrate the ways to utilize poetry […]
In 2022, New Jersey passed the AAPI Curriculum Mandate, requiring public schools to teach AAPI contributions, history, and heritage as part of a concerted effort to reduce prejudice and promote […]
Serica Storytellers: The Presidents | David Wu & Frank Wu A hybrid panel with Queens and Baruch College presidents explores how student visa revocations are reshaping CUNY campuses, immigrant communities, and New York’s educational landscape. As federal visa policies evolve, international students at City University of New York (CUNY) campuses face growing uncertainty.This timely conversation […]
AAPI-CARE (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders – Connect. Activate. Reimagine. Engage.) is a 1-day convening that brings together NYC’s AAPI and allied parents to discuss the experiences and issues most […]