Prof. Anru Lee will present on her book, "Haunted Modernities: Gender, Memory, and Placemaking in Postindustrial Taiwan." In 1973 twenty-five young women drowned in a ferry accident on their way to work in factories in Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Export Processing Zone. Their remains were recovered and interred collectively in what came to be called the Twenty-five ... Read more

Join NCAPA and the National Immigration Law Center to learn about the advocacy fight for language access, the opportunities for the AAPI community, and your protected rights going into this election season.

Join the Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop that will help educators gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of incorporating graphic novels into their classrooms, with a particular emphasis on APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) graphic novels.

Join transnational Asian American artists and writers Fabiana Chiu, River 瑩瑩 Dandelion, Nilton Maa, and Jennifer Shyue for an evening of multilingual poetry celebrating Julia Wong Kcomt’s legacy and the transnational/translational life she forged in the world and on the page.

With unsparing realism, The Taste of Rice Flower portrays the relentless clash between tradition and modernity in China through the story of Ye Nan, a young Dai minority mother returning to her village from bustling Shanghai to rebuild her bond with her daughter. As elements of a coming-of-age tale emerge, the film delves into broader themes of ... Read more

In The Oldtimers, his third collection of poetry, Wing Tek Lum imagines life in Honolulu Chinatown circa 1900, giving voice to the forgotten pioneer generation of sojourners and settlers, detailing the trials and temptations of this bachelor society living far from their homeland—their hard work, their diversions, their challenges, and, even amidst the notorious plague ... Read more

Join us for a virtual conversation on Kim’s groundbreaking book, the upcoming election, and Asian American racial positioning. Kim will be joined by Professor Mike Hoa Nguyen (NYU Steinhardt). This discussion is one of our marquee events on “Asian/Pacific/American Prospects,” with which we ask how A/P/A perspectives might provide compelling modes for confronting the many, proliferating crises ... Read more

For many Indigenous peoples of Asia, the climate crisis is existential. Please join us for an expert panel to discuss these issues and more.

Queens Public Library is delighted to share an upcoming event happening at Flushing Library: Coming Out as Queer, Trans, and Asian: Identity and Activism in the LGBTQ AAPI Community Speakers will share their personal stories, discuss the intersectionality of their identities, and explore the importance of activism in creating a more inclusive society.

The Roosevelt House Public Policy Program, together with the Hunter College Department of Political Science, are pleased to present a panel discussion on the key policy issues shaping the historic 2024 Presidential Election—featuring expert analysis from Hunter faculty members. As Election Day nears, this event will provide an opportunity to learn from some of our ... Read more

Global capital accumulation involves international trade, a flow of profits, interest and rent from investments, and wealth owned by a country’s investors in other countries. With the increased role of China in the global economy, some American elites have come to view China as the US’s “one peer competitor” and a threat to its hegemony. ... Read more

Banchan, the shared side dishes that accompany a Korean meal, are often the real stars of the table, and it's time we celebrate them. From the kitchen of chef Caroline Choe, Banchan: 60 Korean American Recipes for Delicious, Shareable Sides offers 60 mouthwatering recipes for classic and modern banchan dishes. From namul (fresh vegetables) to ... Read more

Join us as we come together in solidarity to honor survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. This annual march serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and courage of those impacted by violence in our communities. Together, we can break the silence, elevate awareness, and advocate for a society free from violence.

Genus Pan developed from the 40-minute short, Hugaw (Dirt), that Diaz made for the 2018 anthology film Lakbayan (Journeys).  Also contributing to the portmanteau, with its broad theme of Fiipino journeys, were two other internationally acclaimed directors Kidlat Tahimik and Brillante Mendoza.  Diaz’s contribution tells the story of three gold miners on a homeward trek through the island of Hugaw ... Read more