Opinion: NYC Needs a Mayor’s Commission on Asian American and Pacific Islander Affairs
‘AAPI New Yorkers deserve to be heard in the halls of power, and we need a mayor who will recapture our diverse communities’ support and confidence.’
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Florida Senate approves bill advocating for inclusion of AAPI history in state classrooms
A Florida bill requiring the study of Asian American Pacific Islander history in applicable classes passed unanimously on Tuesday. The bill, originally filed Oct. 13, 2021, would go into effect on July 1.
NJ Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Ensuring AAPI-Inclusive Curriculum is Taught in New Jersey Schools
Governor Phil Murphy today signed legislation (S4021/A6100 and S3764/A3369) that will ensure that the contributions, history, and heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are included in the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for Social Studies for students in kindergarten through Grade 12. S4021 will create an AAPI curriculum requirement for schools and S3764 … Read more
The Fight for Asian American Studies
After a year that put a spotlight on anti-Asian racism, students around the country have been petitioning their schools to create curriculums that reflect the moment.
Job Op – Chief Officer for Culture, Belonging, and Community Building (Delta College)
Reporting directly to the President, the Chief Officer for Culture, Belonging, and Community Building will play a pivotal role in situating Delta College as a national leader in using education as a means to transform social and systemic inequities. In conjunction with the President, the Cabinet, and the community at large, the COCBC will develop … Read more
LISC AmeriCorps Fellowship: CUNY’s Community Leadership in Action Program
The LISC AmeriCorps Fellowship includes a paid ten-month internship at one of LISC NYC’s nonprofit community development partner sites as the participant completes the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies’ four course Community Leadership Certificate or Advanced Certificate over a two-semester period. Participants receive a stipend of $20,000, as well as a $6,345 education … Read more