Tours on May 11, 17, and 18, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:30pm CHINATOWN ‘75 is an interactive walking tour that tells the story of the police brutality case that rocked Chinatown and the protest movement that arose in its wake. In May of 1975, 25,000 protesters marched from Chinatown to City Hall to demand justice […]
The 2025 APAICS Legislative Leadership Summit brings together nonprofit and corporate leaders, subject matter experts, as well as local, state, and federal elected officials to discuss important issues that affect the Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander community and the nation at large. Past events focused on issues, policies, practices, and trends in the AA […]
This May, the first-ever New York Asian Arts Festival (@nyasianartsfestival) takes over the city with a month-long celebration of Asian American creativity. Anchored by a group exhibition in SoHo and a citywide calendar of hands-on art classes and community events, NYAAF spotlights the artists, storytellers, and cultural spaces shaping Asian American art today. Rooted in […]
Birthright citizenship—a cornerstone of the 14th Amendment—is once again under attack. In partnership with Asian Law Caucus, this workshop will delve into the history and ongoing relevance of the 14th Amendment, exploring how Asian Americans have played a pivotal role in shaping its legacy. Together, we’ll examine landmark moments including the Chinese Exclusion Act, United […]
Panel conversation on the life and artistic legacy of Ching Ho Cheng with Sybao Cheng-Wilson, Gordon Wilkins, and Kyle Croft Please join BANK NYC for a panel discussion on the life and artistic legacy of cultural luminary, Ching Ho Cheng. This panel talk coincides with Cheng's solo exhibition, Tracing Infinity, at BANK's NYC pilot space […]
Reception & Book Signing to Follow TO RSVP In Person or zoom: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=4acaad42-64c0-494d-b709-d724ab8837ff&envId=p-rzKFBb2xVk253Ulcjd_x1w&zone=usa Marking Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Roosevelt House, please join us, together with the Hunter College Asian American Studies Program, for a discussion of the new Penguin Classics anthology, The Literature of Japanese American Incarceration. The event will feature the […]
N AAPI Night Market Celebrate the AAPI community with food, performances & more Join us for the 4th annual AAPI Night Market at Barclays Center on Tuesday, May 13 at 6:00PM. Celebrate the Asian American and Pacific Islander community with complimentary food from local vendors, performances, kids activities & more. This event is free & […]
CNN host and author Fareed Zakaria joins Asia Society President and CEO Kyung-wha Kang for a conversation discussing Zakaria’s book Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to Present in the present geopolitical and social context. This program is part of Viewpoints: an annual series where prominent, visionary figures are interviewed onstage about their work and perspectives before […]
Award winning tap dancer Kaz Kumagai presents his new work "TAP INTO THE LIGHT" with the legendary Jazz musicians Alex Blake (bass), Toru Dodo (piano), and Sol Liebeskind (vocals), along with the world best tap dancers such as Anthony Morigerato and Max Pollak and special guests!!
The Global Talent Symposium + Awards offers a unique platform for culturally expansive leadership development. This one-day conference highlights leaders driving the business case for global talent and brings together professionals from a wide range of businesses and industries. Join us on May 14 to gain insights from visionary experts, apply key takeaways during interactive workshops, and network with […]
At “Data-Driven Democracy”, we’ll teach you how to harness digital tools to both maximize your ability to target your audience and craft hyper-targeted and culturally competent messaging that resonates deeply with specific communities. Whether you’re looking to refine your messaging or make your outreach efforts more impactful, this webinar will provide actionable strategies to help […]
This workshop will explore the origins and impact of the “Model Minority Myth,” which inaccurately depicts all Asian Americans as high-achieving, law-abiding, and seamlessly assimilated into American society. While seemingly positive, this stereotype masks ongoing systemic racism and drives a wedge between communities of color. Participants will examine Asian American histories and experiences while learning […]