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Beginning in Flushing, a who’s who of elected officials and renowned individuals gathered at 137-35 Northern Boulevard on the steps of the neighborhood’s town hall. Here hundreds watched as the likes of Rev. Al Sharpton, Mayor Bill de Blasio, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and many, many more rejected injustice … Read more

An AAPI reporter reflects on the origin of “Asian American” and who can claim the term amid a surge in violence against the community.

Two Dozen Talks, Film Screenings and Workshops Explore AAPIs History and Culture. Celebrations Weighted with Significance as Half of Events Address Rise of Anti-Asian Hate and Violence During Pandemic.

The walkout succeeded in retaining critical benefits for garment workers who toiled long work days in often harsh conditions. The strike’ success also showed that Asian American women—even those with a language barrier—could amplify their voices, take action and be heard.

Yung-Yi Diana Pan has been part of the Department of Sociology at Brooklyn College since 2012. Her areas of expertise include institutional cultures, immigrant adaptation, race and ethnicity, culture, professional education, professions, ethnic studies, qualitative research methods.

This May, during Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we recognize the history and achievements of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) across our Nation. In the midst of a difficult year of pain and fear, we reflect on the tradition of leadership, resilience, and courage shown by AANHPI communities, and … Read more