Events

Strangers in the Land: Exclusion, Belonging, and the Epic Story of the Chinese in America Join us for a book reading by Michael Luo in conversation with Kat Chow, with welcoming remarks by Qin Gao, Acting Director of the Asian American Initiative. In Strangers in the Land, award-winning journalist Michael Luo tells the story of a people who, ... Read more

Join Amin Ahmad for a workshop on developing a writing process that allows you to be fearless and productive! Are you working on a novel, memoir or non-fiction project? Did you start off with great enthusiasm, only to feel the project bog down? Are you overwhelmed by the complexity of the task? Has anxiety crept ... Read more

A lyrical and suspenseful debut novel about a mysteriously gifted Korean family confronting the brutality of the Japanese empire, Honey in the Wound is an epic tale of survival and the reclamation of power.

New Orleans-based architecture firm Trahan Architects is known for their rooted approach to architecture—expressing the unique cultural, historical and ecological characteristics of the places they build. During frequent visits to Japan, Founder & CEO Trey Trahan, FAIA, has developed a passion and deep reverence for Japanese art and culture. Throughout his visits, he’s also discovered ... Read more

The Politics of Movement: When Dance Speaks Out is a two night performance exploring protest, resistance, identity and social justice through the visceral language of dance.  Featuring works from: Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble, Dances We Dance in collaboration with Catherine Gallant (Dances by Isadora), Anabella Lenzu/DanceDrama, H.T. Chen & Dancers, Alpha Omega Theatrical Dance Company, Monét ... Read more

Join NYSEAN for a book talk by Bradley R. Simpson, Professor of History and Asian Studies at the University of Connecticut and Founder/Director of the Indonesia and East Timor Documentation Project at the National Security Archive.  The idea of self-determination is one of the most significant in modern international politics. For more than a century diplomats, ... Read more

Exhibition curator Jayne Cole Southard will lead visitors through the exhibition, sharing insights into its inspiration, featured artists, and the dynamic intersection of art and sport. The museum is located in Queens College, Klapper Hall 405. The tour is free and open to students and the public. Registration is highly encouraged. To register, please email gtmuseum@qc.cuny.edu.

Join us for an intimate and unforgettable evening with internationally acclaimed novelist and screenwriter Yan Geling and celebrated dancer, actress, and author Chiang Ching as they explore the deep connections between food, memory, resilience, and creativity.

We are pleased to invite you to attend our 12th Committee of 100 Conversations – “Recollections, Pioneers and Heroes” event that will feature Anla Cheng, Chair, Founder, and CEO of Serica Initiative and Committee of 100 Member Anla Cheng is a pioneering Chinese American woman in investment banking and cross-border private investing and a relentless ... Read more

Join us on Wednesday, April 15, during free hour (12:15-1:30pm) in the QCAP Community Space (Powdermaker Hall 251) for our final cozy Chai Chat of the semester: Spring Edition! Come be in community with Queens College peers and friends (bring your friends, too) and engage in some arts & crafts, light conversations, all while sipping some chai! No need ... Read more

Screening of the documentary "Invisible No More,"co-produced by Larry Tung & Mehrunnisa Wani. Asian Americans are no longer just an emerging force in New York City politics—they are making decisive gains at every level of government. The rise in Asian American representation is unmistakable, with their growing political strength on full display, particularly in Brooklyn’s ... Read more

An evening born from the idea that the great works of literature were never meant to stay static on the shelves, the Living Library brings classic works of Indian literature onto the stage at Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library to kick off the 2026 World Literature and Arts Festival. Join us as we reimagine stories and ... Read more

Sulo: The Philippine Studies Initiative at NYU, New York Southeast Asia Network, and Espacio de Culturas at NYU present the Panawin Philippine film series for the Spring 2026 semester: Against Oblivion: Philippine Shorts from Cinemalaya and Sundance Venue:  NYU Espacio de Culturas | 53 Washington Square S, NYC 10012 Date and time: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 6:30 PM ... Read more

Light of the Setting Sun (2024) is a patient inquiry and unfolding of filmmaker Vicky Du’s family’s history. For non-Columbia affiliates, registration is required to access the Morningside campus. After registering you will receive an email with a QR code that must be presented along with a government-issued ID (your name must match exactly the ... Read more

Solving New York City’s affordability crisis will require more than just tackling the soaring cost of living. City leaders will also need a plan for the other side of the equation—raising incomes, building wealth, and expanding pathways to the middle class—so that a lot more New Yorkers can afford to live here. This policy forum ... Read more

Policy advocacy can be daunting, and the language and data of the policy world can feel removed from your everyday community work. Storytelling is a powerful tool to give voices to our community while putting the humanity back into our public discourse. AJSOCAL will host this workshop on April 16 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 ... Read more

Join Equality Labs’ Executive Director Thenmozhi Soundararajan and Dr. Rima Vesely-Flad, author of The Fire Inside: The Dharma of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde for a special Dalit History Month conversation on Black and Dalit Liberation. This discussion will highlight luminary thinkers like Audre Lorde and James Baldwin and Dalit leaders like Ambedkar and Shri ... Read more

NCAPA will cover important federal policy updates, including updates on the war in Iran, President’s budget, recent executive orders, and oral arguments on the birthright citizenship case. AAPI Data will share a preview of data from our upcoming By the Numbers guide on labor. 

Join the New York Public Library and OMNY Taiko at Richmondtown Library for a presentation of Japanese Taiko drumming at the 2026 World Literature and Arts Festival!

The Museum of Chinese in America is proud to partner with Connect/Hamilton Madison House to present a series of public programs focused on mental wellness: Care & Connect. This series aims to provide accessible resources while creating a space for open conversation, helping to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health support. The first program will ... Read more

70th Anniversary—Introduction by Moeko Fujii. Destitute and down to a pocketful of change, a young couple arrives at the outskirts of the riverfront pleasure district of Suzaki Paradise shortly before the enactment of Japan’s anti-prostitution laws. Tsutae, a former prostitute, installs herself at the nearby Bar Chigusa, an outpost on the bounds of the district’s ... Read more

Build America’s AI Future The inaugural AIX Summit East 2026 convenes leaders across academia, industry, government, and the next generation of AI innovators to shape how artificial intelligence will transform—and be transformed by—science, engineering, health, education, and finance. At a moment of profound technological and societal change, the Summit centers collaboration across disciplines, sectors, and ... Read more

Join NYPL for the first in a series of panel discussions exploring AI, presented in collaboration with Women TechExchange. In this panel discussion, Marvin Krislov (President, Pace University), Minerva Tantoco (formerly NYC's first Chief Technology Officer), and Bryan Lozano (Chief Strategy Officer, Welcome to Chinatown) will join Peta-Gay Clarke (Women TechExchange) to discuss how AI ... Read more

Step into a beautiful evening where art, music, and language come alive. Each month, experience captivating live performances featuring some of China’s most iconic instruments — from the graceful guqin (古琴) to the ethereal, harp-like konghou (箜篌) and the lush, harmonizing sheng (笙)— performed by talented musicians who bring these ancient sounds to life.  As ... Read more

In this performance, composer and performer Miguel Sutedjo reflects on his journey as a Chinese Indonesian in America through jazz piano, musical theater, and song writing. He shares selections from his original musical Fly Me Away—which follows Frank, a teenage pianist chasing his jazz dreams in conflict with his immigrant father’s traditional expectations—alongside other original ... Read more

Vaisakhi is a joyful spring festival celebrated by many families, especially in Punjab, India. It marks the harvest season and is also an important day in Sikh history. People celebrate with music, dancing, colorful clothes, and special foods. It is a time to be thankful, come together, and share happiness with friends and family. Join ... Read more

This year, our theme is Roots & Resistance. "Roots & Resistance" emphasizes the core of being APIA in New York City: Community. As Asian American students, our responsibility extends beyond academics—we must learn from and engage with the diverse community members, activists, and organizations that strengthen our city. Whether through amplifying the stories of grassroots organizers ... Read more

s the Supreme Court revisits and revises the limits of presidential and administrative power, its decisions are reshaping the scope of executive authority. A conservative majority has signaled openness to the “unitary executive” theory, which asserts that the president has sweeping control over the executive branch, including independent agencies. In recent arguments, the Court has ... Read more

A unique concert dedicated to breath—as sound, as discipline, as transformation. Shakuhachi master Marek Kimei Matvija and vocalist Annabelle Plum present a program that brings together 19th-century Japanese honkyoku with contemporary international works for voice and bamboo flute. Guest performers include shakuhachi player Adam Robinson and accordionist Simone Baron.

Stories from the City of Immigrants is an evening of monologues curated from oral history collections that vividly bring to life the vital role immigrants play in New York City's past, present and future. Poignant, funny, and surprising, these stories span 125 years and many countries of origin, creating a visceral experience of the epic ... Read more