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    The Self Beyond the Stereotype: Deconstructing Narratives of the Model Minority Myth

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    The “model minority myth” is the pervasive idea that Asians are able to achieve unlimited success in the United States regardless of their status as racial minorities, thus serving as the “model” racial group. This myth becomes internalized by Asian Americans and weaponized against other communities of color. This workshop explores the functions of the […]

    Free

    • Roots & Routes: Asian American Contributions in the Garden State

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    Did you know that there were Asian Americans who enlisted to fight in the Revolutionary War? Or that Asian Americans have a long history—over 250 years!—of engaging in solidarity and resistance in New Jersey? Explore the rich and diverse contributions of Asian Americans across the Garden State. Learn about the AAPI New Jersey Map Project […]

    Legal Rights of Immigrant Students in New Jersey’s Public Schools

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    Legal Rights of Immigrant Students in New Jersey’s Public Schools Session with ACLU of New Jersey and the Lowenstein Center for the Public Interest for NJ Educators, Advocates, Community-Based Organizations, Multilingual Students and Families. This free information session is designed for students, parents, educators and advocates to learn more about the rights of students and […]

    Teaching Messy Roots: Navigating Identity and Confronting Anti-Asian Discrimination

    Zoom
    Virtual Event

    signed for middle and high school ELA teachers, this workshop explores how to teach Messy Roots, Laura Gao’s graphic memoir of self-discovery, cultural identity, and belonging. Created in response to rising Anti-Asian discrimination and violence during the COVID-19 pandemic, Messy Roots offers rich opportunities for discussion and critical thinking in the classroom. This session will […]

    Harnessing the Power of Graphic Novels in the Classroom

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    Graphic novels (memoirs and nonfiction) and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this workshop, educators will learn the scholarship and research behind the benefits of using comics and graphic novels in the classroom while also gaining access to learning activities and materials to support this work. […]

    • Teaching AAPI History & Contributions

    Fairleigh Dickinson University 1000 River Rd, Teaneck, NJ, United States

    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 […]

    $75

    Courage to Advocate: AANHPIs for Public Education

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    What is at stake for AANHPI students and public education, and what can we do about it? Join us for a conversation on how AANHPIs are impacted by recent laws […]

    Teaching Asian America in K-12 Classrooms

    Rowan University, James Hall, 08028 445 North Campus Drive, Glassboro, NJ

    Join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop designed for K-12 educators and pre-service teachers committed to integrating Asian American history and experiences into their classrooms. We will explore the […]

    • Virtual Author Talk with Paula Yoo: “Rising from the Ashes” and Writing for Teens and Television

    Virtual Event

    Join us for a virtual author talk with award-winning writer Paula Yoo as she discusses her wide-ranging career in young adult nonfiction and television (Supergirl, Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists and The West Wing) and her latest book. “Rising from the Ashes: Los Angeles, 1992. Edward Jae Song Lee, Latasha Harlins, Rodney King and a City on Fire.” […]

    Free

    • SYEP Pride Career Exploration Event: Creative Technology

    To Be Determined - In Person NYC

    Through the SYEP Pride initiative, NYC's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is proud to support SYEP participants who identify as LGBTQ+ through special programming and career exploration events. SYEP community partner Children's Arts and Science Workshops and SYEP employer DuKode Studio invite you to a free Career Exploration Panel in Creative Technology on August 8! Meet a talented group […]

    Free

    • Disrupting Microaggressions Against Asian Americans: An Anti-Bias Workshop for Educators in Montclair, NJ

    The Montclair HUB 60 South Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

    Join educators and Teach Asian American Stories Ambassadors Dr. Darrell DeTample, and Raymund Mantes to learn how to identify and combat anti-Asian bias in the classroom and in our schools. In this workshop, educators from all disciplines come together to deepen their understanding of their AAPI students. Together, we explore the complex history and multifaceted […]

    • Rediscovering Saint Malo: The First Permanent Asian American Settlement

    Zoom
    Virtual Event

    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 […]

    Teaching AAPI History & Contributions in Madison NJ

    Fairleigh Dickinson University Madison Campus 285 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ, United States

    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 belonging for AAPI people, culture, and communities. Join Dr. Khayti Joshi at Fairleigh Dickinson University to learn how to bring AAPI history, culture, and people […]

    Free

    • Teaching Messy Roots: Navigating Identity and Confronting Anti-Asian Discrimination

    Virtual

    Designed for middle and high school ELA teachers, this workshop explores how to teach Messy Roots, Laura Gao’s graphic memoir of self-discovery, cultural identity, and belonging. Created in response to rising Anti-Asian discrimination and violence during the COVID-19 pandemic, Messy Roots offers rich opportunities for discussion and critical thinking in the classroom. This session will […]

    Teaching Cambodian American Histories & Voices

    Virtual

    Join educator Laura Ouk to discover how the Cambodian American Studies Model Curriculum (CASMC) can bring Cambodian history, culture, and community voices into your classroom. Built with input from Cambodian American scholars and community members, the CASMC offers open-source lesson plans, primary sources, teaching strategies, and professional development activities. In this workshop, educators will explore […]

    • Integrating AAPI Histories: Curricular Points of Entry for US History

    Virtual

    This curriculum design workshop is tailored to middle and high school teachers, equipping them with practical strategies and a wealth of resources to seamlessly incorporate AAPI history into their social studies curricula. Educators will use AAPI histories and narratives to discover innovative ways to align their lessons with NJ learning standards. They will have the […]

    • Lunch & Learn: The 14th Amendment & Our Communities–Defending Birthright Citizenship

    Virtual

    Birthright citizenship—a cornerstone of the 14th Amendment—is once again under attack. In partnership with Asian Law Caucus, this lunch and learn will explore the history and ongoing relevance of the 14th Amendment, and how Asian Americans have played a pivotal role in shaping its legacy. Together, we’ll examine landmark moments including the Chinese Exclusion Act, […]

    Coffee & Conversation with Dr. Dakashna Lang: Why Teach Asian American Studies? An Introduction to AAPI New Jersey

    Virtual

    The Rutgers Graduate School of Education Alumni Association DEI Committee invites you to join for Why Teach Asian American Studies?: An Introduction to AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islanders) New Jersey New Jersey’s pathbreaking law S4021 “requires school districts to provide instruction on the history and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders as part of implementation of New […]

    • Harnessing the Power of Graphic Novels in the Classroom – Virtual

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    Graphic novels (memoirs and nonfiction) and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this workshop, educators will learn the scholarship and research behind the benefits of using comics and graphic novels in the classroom while also gaining access to learning activities and materials to support this work.  […]

    Free

    Beyond the Textbook: Teaching Asian American Histories K-12

    The College of New Jersey 2000 Pennington Rd, Ewing Township, NJ, United States

    This in-person workshop at The College of New Jersey invites educators to discover practical strategies for teaching Asian American histories across grade levels. The session opens with South Asian American histories and archival resources from the South Asian American Digital Archive (SAADA), then branches into grade-specific breakouts: K-5 educators will explore integrating Asian American literature […]

    • Celebrate Women’s Achievements as Trailblazers

    Rutgers University – The Kathleen Ludwig Center Rut 9 Suydam St, New Brunswick, NJ, United States

    The Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Rutgers University, in partnership with the New Jersey Office of Commissions and AAPI New Jersey, is honored to celebrate Women’s Achievements as Trailblazers on Saturday, March 14th 2026, from 9:00am – 1:00pm at The Kathleen Ludwig Center on the Rutgers University New Brunswick Campus. This event […]