Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
On National Voter Registration Day, several Asian community organizations explored their strategies for increasing voter registration among AAPI members who have historically low voter turnout rates.
More than 80,000 children from China were adopted by American families. While many appreciate how the adoptions reshaped their own lives, they are also glad to see the program conclude.
The Foundation, which was started by Korean American entrepreneur David Khym, has funded scholarships at four CUNY schools, who received $20,000 annually for the 2024-25 academic year: Borough of Manhattan Community College, Kingsborough Community College, LaGuardia Community College and Queensborough Community College. This year, for the first time, Hostos Community College will also receive a … Read more
Victims of violent crimes, including those from the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, are not getting the services they need, a new report from the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights confirmed.
As reports of hate and discrimination against marginalized groups are on the rise, a new Lower Manhattan museum exhibit aims to teach students about the roots of hate speech, as well as the dangerous outcomes that can occur if it is left unchecked.
Anna Sawai shattered a glass ceiling at the Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday night by winning an Emmy for Lead Actress in a Drama Series. According to The Hollywood Reporter, she is the first person of Asian descent to win the category.