Call for Submissions – CAAMFest 2026
The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) is now accepting film and media submissions for the 44th rendition of CAAMFest! The festival is currently scheduled for May 7 – 10, 2026.
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Coalition of Over 80 Asian American Advocacy Organizations Sign On to Reject the House Appropriation Subcommittee’s Bill Proposing Re-establishment of ‘China Initiative’
On Tuesday, the House Appropriations committee marked up the Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2026. The bill’s accompanying report contained concerning language that directs the Department of Justice to effectively re-establish the now-defunct ‘China Initiative,’ reviving the discriminatory profiling of Asian American scholars. In response, 82 civil rights … Read more
Arthur Sze named 25th U.S. poet laureate
The Library of Congress has announced Arthur Sze as the 25th U.S. poet laureate. Sze has had a decades-long career as a poet, with his work often drawing inspiration from philosophy, science and nature. He’s also an editor and translator of poetry. Sze will start on Oct. 9, taking over from Ada Limón.
Apply to No Hate New York State Youth Council (NYS Human Rights)
This paid, certificate-based program empowers young New Yorkers to become leaders in hate and bias prevention, advocacy, and community change. Through this 8-month program participants will complete a series of workshops and project development with mentorship and guidance from the Hate and Bias Prevention Unit, Regional Councils, and external partnerships.
AAPI Youth Community Action Network (AYCAN) 2025-2026
The AAPI Youth Community Action Network (AYCAN) aims to bring together AAPI and allied youth to discuss the experiences and issues most relevant to AAPI young people. Students will have a better understanding of their AAPI identities and find a community where they can thrive and feel like they belong. Students can participate in service learning … Read more
Serve Your City, Shape Your Future – Join NYC Civic Corps
During your 10-month service term (October to July) you’ll get paid to serve your city, channel your passions, and jumpstart your career by practicing skills like project management, community outreach, or volunteer engagement at your host site.