Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
AAARI Date: Friday, May 20, 2011 | Time: 6PM to 8PM Place: CUNY Graduate Center – Martin E. Segal Theatre 365 Fifth Avenue (Corner of 34th Street), Manhattan https://www.flickr.com/photos/aaaricuny/sets/72157633927237633/ 2011 Winners & Runner-ups Fiction Film Winner: Home – Seimi Kim (Brooklyn College) Runner-up: Club Fizz – Yosuke Hosoi (City College) Documentary Film Winner: Teaching Outside the … Read more
This year’s core focus is on the evolution of civic and political engagement, and how to build pipelines for integrating New York City’s Asian American population of predominantly new and recent immigrants into civic and political engagement. What is already happening, and what needs to happen to build capacity towards community enhancement and social change within the Asian American community?
This talk focuses on enhancing civic engagement within Asian American communities, exploring strategies to increase participation in local and national political processes. It highlights the importance of fostering leadership, advocacy, and community activism in creating positive social change.
This talk emphasizes the importance of civic participation and community engagement within Asian American populations, exploring how individuals can leverage their voices for political and social impact. It focuses on building awareness and empowering communities to actively contribute to local and national conversations on key issues.
This talk addresses the impact of lupus on individuals and communities, focusing on awareness, advocacy, and healthcare resources. It highlights the importance of early diagnosis, support systems, and ongoing research to better understand and manage the disease.
Want to be the next Shepard Fairey, but avoid getting sued by the AP for using one of its photographs when you make an Obama poster? Learn about the intellectual property issues that affect visual and performing artists. Our panel of intellectual property practitioners will provide an overview of copyright, trademark, and patent law, and highlight particular issues in the area of licensing and digital media. Q&A to follow.