Dynasties in Democracies: The Political Side of Inequality
This forum includes a presentation by David Yap of the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) Policy Center, co-author of a recent study on the impact of dynastic politics in the Philippines.
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Undocumented and Unafraid: Voices from the Immigrant Youth Movement
This talk focuses on the intersection of community engagement and policy, exploring how legal frameworks impact Asian American populations and their access to rights and resources. It provides insight into strategies for advocacy and navigating legal systems to address issues of equity and justice.
Rice Amidst the Cloud
Artist Chee Wang Ng discusses his photos and installations being exhibited at the Art and Food Symposium hosted by the Dunedin School of Art and the programme in the Culinary Arts at the Otago Polytechnic and the Centre for Sustainability and Food Science, University of Otago. The symposium examines the relationship between food (including wine and other beverages) and the visual arts.
We Are One: 1982 Chinatown Garment Strike, 30 Years Later
This event reflects on the 30th anniversary of the 1982 Chinatown Garment Strike, highlighting how immigrant women workers united for labor justice and became lasting leaders in their workplaces and communities.
Vincent Chin 30: Standing Up Then and Now
This talk explores the evolving role of Asian Americans in shaping cultural narratives and community dynamics, with a focus on the intersections of identity, heritage, and social change. It provides an in-depth look at the contributions of individuals advocating for greater visibility and representation in various sectors of society.