Events

Asia Society welcomes filmmaker Lav Diaz for a 25th anniversary screening of Batang West Side— which had its U.S. Premiere at Asia Society on July, 24, 2001 as the Centerpiece Screening of the 25th Asian American International Film Festival— as part of our ongoing series Films to See Before You Die. Co-presented by Asian CineVision. ... Read more

Constitutional scholar Akhil Reed Amar joins us to discuss how 19th and early 20th century debates about the ambitious vision that "all Americans are created equal" transformed the nation, as chronicled in the second part of his trilogy on American constitutional history, Born Equal: Remaking America’s Constitution, 1840–1920.

Hello all, We look forward to seeing you at this month’s AANHPI Community DNA Forum, co-hosted by AAPI Data and NCAPA.  NCAPA will discuss updates on appropriations and budget, as it relates to a potential partial government shutdown. AAPI Data will share key findings on healthcare data from our recent By the Numbers guide, as ... Read more

Join us to hear from advocates working to safeguard fair representation and combat gerrymandering and voter suppression. Hear from the frontlines of the fight to protect democracy. Join advocates who are leading efforts to safeguard fair representation and combat challenges like gerrymandering and voter suppression. ​

Please join Miya Ando for cocktails and a book signing. Capturing rain’s many expressions, Water of the Sky, which Ando wrote and illustrated, is a compendium of 2,000 Japanese words for rain and their English interpretations accompanied by one hundred drawings in indigo. Reflecting her keen powers of observation, Ando’s illustrations beautifully embody and imagine ... Read more

Join the Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice for a conversation with City agencies and community organizations discussing how we can ensure equitable food systems and sovereignty by addressing the connection between climate change, food insecurity, and poverty in Port Richmond, Staten Island on December 2nd. We will hear from Forgotten Foods, the NYC ... Read more

Join The Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop in partnership with SALDEF (Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund) to learn about the significance of and perceptions of Sikh turbans. The Sikh turban represents the values of faith, equality, and justice. However, negative perceptions of the turban have resulted from stereotypes, media ... Read more

The Orange County Department of Education is excited and honored to welcome you to the Vietnamese American Experiences Conference on January 16-17, 2026. The presentations featured in this conference will provide attendees with foundational knowledge to prepare them for the implementation of the Vietnamese American Experiences Model Curriculum in their schools, districts, and communities.

Creatives in Motion is a collaborative project between the Korean Cultural Center New York and the Korea National University of Arts. Designed to spotlight emerging Korean artists and foster meaningful connections with local audiences and producers in New York, the program returns for its second edition in 2026.

The New Ear Festival is a bold exploration of avant-garde sound and contemporary art. The festival features a diverse lineup of artists pushing the boundaries of sonic innovation, embodying one of Fridman Gallery’s core missions—to help restore the creative, experimental spirit of downtown Manhattan. Night 01 :: Talullah Calderwood, Sue Huang, Konjur Collective (Bashi Rose, ... Read more

Given the current uncertainty and volatility of social and legal resources, Womankind's 2026 conference aims to offer strength as service providers to help survivors of human trafficking. During the first half of the conference, panelists will focus on collaboration through the lens of safety planning on state and local levels, including language access, legal services, ... Read more

Join us for a chill, low-key meetup centered on community, conversation, and good vibes. This is a space to meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and learn more about AFI, what we’re working on, and how to get involved.

On Sunday, January 18, join us to celebrate the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the enduring connection of Dr. King to Queens College. The program begins at 3 pm.   Honoree Carol Jenkins, television journalist, author, and women's rights activist, will give the keynote address, followed by a ... Read more