Established in 1978 by Asian CineVision, the Asian American International Film Festival is the nation’s first and longest running festival of its kind and the premier showcase for the best independent Asian, Asian diaspora and Pacific Islander cinema. AAIFF is committed to film and media as a tool for social change and to supporting diversity ... Read more

For nearly two decades, OCA-NY, in collaboration with local youth organizations, has organized an annual Hate Crimes Prevention Art Project (HCPAP), held every summer in New York City. HCPAP is a multicultural project that seeks to spread an awareness of hate crimes prevention, promote cross cultural awareness, engage high school students in hate crimes prevention, and ... Read more

Join us for our exclusive webinar designed to elevate your communication and social media strategies for voter registration campaigns. This session, hosted by Allen Blackwell, the Partnership Coordinator, will feature Clyde, an experienced media strategist known for fostering successful partnerships between organizations and local media. Clyde will share effective methods to enhance your campaign's visibility ... Read more

Asian improv icons unite in this one night only showcase! With a rotating cast of performers, experience improv from a different perspective. Come join them in celebrating culture, comedy and community.

For over more than four decades FIA India Day Parade is culminating every year on August month is observed as Indian Anniversary of Independence. It is considered to be the largest parade outside the India brings together over hundred-thousand members of the Diaspora for one of the biggest cultural extravaganzas in New York City. Parade ... Read more

Join us for an exclusive celebration live event for the release of Yue-Sai Kan's new book, 'The Most Famous Woman in China.' Discover the remarkable journey of Yue-Sai, a pioneer in media & entrepreneurship, whose life mirrors the transformation of nations. Tune in for an in-depth conversation as she shares insights and stories from her ... Read more

The shrinking and aging societies in Asia, particularly Japan, South Korea, China, and Taiwan, raised the concerns of long-term economic and societal implications of a decreasing workforce and a higher dependency ratio of the super-aged population to younger. Please join Andrew Oros, Professor of Political Science and International Studies at Washington College, and Jennifer D. ... Read more

Join National CAPACD for a webinar discussion on our recently published Asian American Renters Briefs that illustrate the impact of the rental crisis on our communities and the need for further action to protect renters. During this one-hour webinar, we will shed light on the rich information contained in these policy briefs, provide updates on ... Read more

Dive into an enchanting evening with AAPI HEROES, where we follow our young explorer, Kai, on a captivating journey across time. This vibrant performance, rich in dance and storytelling, inspired by iconic Asian Figures such as Anna May Wong, Hollywood's first Chinese American star, and Bruce Lee, a legend in martial arts and philosophy. It ... Read more

Join us from August 27 to 29 for a special celebration of Philippine cinema in honor of National Heroes' Day! In partnership with Sulo: The Philippine Studies Initiative, we're bringing this year's Sinehan sa Konsulado to KJCC at New York University. Enjoy an exciting array of Filipino movies and documentaries, featuring captivating stories, stunning visuals, ... Read more

Election season is heating up, and we want to be sure you’re ready for your voter registration program. Nonprofit VOTE and National Voter Registration Day have partnered with our friend Michelle Kanter Cohen of the Fair Elections Center. We’ll hear from election law expert and attorney Allegra Chapman about the guides she updated with the ... Read more

Asia Society and the Asian American Journalists Association, New York Chapter will examine the AAPI electorate for the 2024 U.S. Presidential election — their makeup, the trends, what they care about, and how they see the candidates.

  Inter-grant Fest is... A platform where international freelance artists are supported to create and share their works without hazardous application processes Inter-grant Festival comes from the words "international" and "immigrant", combined to play words that are juxtaposed to the United States in various landscapes.  Dancemaker Ching-I Chang, originally from Taiwan, created the festival after ... Read more

Described by The New York Times as a “social conscience, multimedia collaborator, system builder, rhapsodist, historical thinker and multicultural gateway,” composer-pianist Vijay Iyer has earned a place as one of the leading music-makers of his generation. His honors include a MacArthur Fellowship, a Doris Duke Performing Artist Award, a United States Artist Fellowship, and the ... Read more

Watch some of the funniest South Asian American comedians from New York City as well as from all around the U.S. Every show also features a non-South-Asian guest performer, just to keep the spice level under 5. Also join us at the after-party to mingle and network! The location of the after-party is announced during ... Read more

Asian American storytelling show, where they have voices and address issues they face all the time. The storytellers will crush stereotypes and talk about subjects that are not usually associated with their community ie: mental health, sexuality, politics, etc. This is also a safe place where if a storyteller does associate with the "stereotype," it's ... Read more

For 50 years, Chinese American photographer Corky Lee documented the celebrations, struggles, and daily lives of Asian American Pacific Islanders with epic focus. Determined to push mainstream media to include AAPI culture in the visual record of American history, Lee produced an astonishing archive of nearly a million compelling photographs. His work takes on new ... Read more

Join us on Thursday, September 5, for a timely in-person discussion on economic coercion with U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez.

Authors Viet Thanh Nguyen (The Sympathizer, A Man of Two Faces) and Cathy Linh Che (Split, Becoming Ghost) share readings of their work and discuss their experience of democracy as Vietnamese American immigrant writers whose work engages vistas of American democracy amidst the legacy and representations of the Vietnam War. A Q&A will follow the ... Read more

Join us for an evening of fashion as food for thought. In collaboration with Fempowerment Foundation, Asia Society presents Threads of Sustainability, an interface between the worlds of fashion and sustainability. Foregrounding the local traditions and artisans behind global fashion, the evening features a panel with speakers from the fashion industry, alongside a showcase of ... Read more

Korean Couture: Generations of Revolution is a compelling exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art about the history and transformative legacy of Korean fashion, presenting garments ranging from excavated 17th-century aristocratic garments to contemporary Korean couture by leading and emerging designers, including André Kim (1935–2010); Lie Sang Bong (b. 1954); Lee Chung Chung (b. 1978), ... Read more

Belvoir St. Theatre’s Counting and Cracking, by S. Shakthidharan and directed by Eamon Flack, comes to NYU Skirball this fall for its North American Premiere after critically acclaimed productions in Australia and the United Kingdom. The sweeping, episodic play features nineteen actors from across the globe on a multi-generational journey of a Sri Lankan-Australian family from 1956-2004. Radha fled ... Read more

Kick your job hunt into high gear with The New York Public Library's daylong job fair and expo! This year's fair will focus on careers in the public sector, highlighting resources and employment opportunities across city, state, and federal government agencies. Network with a wide range of employers and community-based workforce development organizations, participate in ... Read more

Join CUNY Academy for a talk by Yan Sun discussing her recent monograph, From Empire to Nation State: Ethnic Politics in China. Yan Sun is Professor of Political Science at Queens College and the Graduate Center. She is the author of three books: "From Empire to Nation State: Ethnic Politics in China" (Cambridge 2020), "Corruption ... Read more

The Art History Department at the CUNY Graduate Center invites you to attend a panel featuring the authors of two groundbreaking monographs on Mughal painting, both published in 2023: The Brush of Insight by Dr. Yael Rice and Faces of God by Dr. Murad Khan Mumtaz. The authors understand paintings to have been portals for ... Read more

Join us for a screening and discussion of The Monk and the Gun by Oscar-nominated Bhutanese filmmaker Pawo Choyning Dorji. Uplifting, humorous and thoughtful, the dramedy plays out during Bhutan's transition from monarchy to democracy and received the World Culture Film Festival's 2024 Best Feature Film award. The screening will be followed by a conversation ... Read more

This lecture offers a peek into the unique perspective of the distinguished experts who excavated, studied, or organized the exhibition “Gold from Dragon City,” currently on view at China Institute Gallery. You are invited to hear the inside stories of how archaeologists initiated the discovery of the mysterious Murong Xianbei nomad and selected featured objects ... Read more

The ASO will co-present a free Saturday matinee with Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College/CUNY. Beyond the Hall explores music that draws its inspiration from outside the traditional concert setting. From the dance salon (Florence Price’s Suite of Dances) and the theater (Weill’s Threepenny Opera and Bernstein’s On the Town), and from the opera stage (Joplin’s Treemonisha), to the silver screen (Herrmann’s film score for ... Read more

We invite you to participate in reclaiming and reasserting our own narratives through telling our own stories of resilience and resistance in Chinatown. In the face of rapid displacement of working class immigrant tenants and the ongoing construction of the tallest jail in the world, we know that Chinatown has always been a site of ... Read more

The Museum of Chinese in America is excited to present a staged reading of a new musical, Tomorrow, by the Sea, by Yunhye Park (book, lyrics), Alexander Ronneburg (music, book, lyrics), and Erika Ito (music). This poignant work revisits the tragic 2011 earthquake in Japan and explores the process of healing through cultural practices during ... Read more

Written and performed by Kim Chinh Directed by Elizabeth Browning Growing up in a bi-racial home with a white mother and a Vietnamese father, Kim spent years wishing away her father’s less-than-desirable immigrant status, skin color and all the painful family secrets she inherited. Determined to face her demons, she joins a volunteer organization in ... Read more

Join us for “Hechi Goes to New York!” where Seoul’s iconic character, Hechi, brings the beauty and excitement of Korean traditional art to the heart of New York. This special event features a variety of performances, including traditional dance, folk songs, gayageum byeongchang, percussion, a Hanbok fashion show, and a unique blend of Korean music ... Read more

Are you ready to move under the influence of the moon? In celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Museum of Chinese in America is excited to collaborate with Choreographer Jiemin Yang for a special community dance workshop inspired by the moon, Moonlit Motion.

Roosevelt House, along with the Hunter College Asian American Studies Program, is proud to present a discussion with renowned television host and businesswoman Yue-Sai Kan about her new autobiography, The Most Famous Woman in China. Joining her in conversation will be former congresswoman and Eleanor Roosevelt Distinguished Leader in Residence at Roosevelt House, Hon. Carolyn ... Read more

How will today’s trends and decisions shape the future? Join us in an exploration of ideas shaping higher education on the road to 2035.

AARP New York and The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) Center for Healthy Aging (CHA) collaborate to present Building Disaster Resilient Communities. This session will be led by SBP, a national disaster recovery and resilience organization dedicated to shrinking the time between disaster and recovery by reducing risk, increasing resilience, and improving the recovery ... Read more

Celebrating books, ideas, and dialogue, the Jaipur Literature Festival — described as “the greatest literary show on Earth” — returns to New York in 2024, presenting a series of conversations and performances examining the human experience through the imaginations of some of the world’s leading authors, thinkers, and performers. This year's festival will feature Shashi Tharoor, ... Read more

How the World Made the West poses a bold challenge to “civilizational thinking” on the origins of Western culture—that is, the idea that civilizations arose separately and distinctly from one another. Rather, Josephine Quinn locates the roots of the modern West in everything from the law codes of Babylon, Assyrian irrigation, and the Phoenician art ... Read more

South Korea’s film industry is producing movies and original series eagerly anticipated by the global audience, and it is now arguably considered one of the few countries outside the United States to have captivated the world’s hearts and minds through pop music, TV dramas, and film. Similarly, the exponential growth in the South Korean film ... Read more

Join the Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop that will teach educators of all subjects how to seamlessly integrate APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) history into their everyday teaching. Educators will understand the importance of spotlighting APIDA figures and historical moments in their classroom all year round, not just during Lunar ... Read more

Dogugaeshi, the award-winning phenomenon by genius puppeteer Basil Twist, is back! Born as a Japan Society commission, this ever-innovative piece now celebrates its 20th anniversary. Enter a mystical world, where a mysterious white fox shepherds you through past and present Japan. Inspired by a disappearing traditional stage mechanism from Japan’s Awa region called dogugaeshi, Twist ... Read more

Legacies: Asian American Art Movements in New York City (1969-2001) is an expansive survey of rarely-seen artwork and archival material by artists that constitute and exceed “Asian American,” a label denoting a cultural and national identity invented in 1968. Utilizing an interdisciplinary and research-driven praxis, Legacies uncovers how artists of Asian descent have historically negotiated ... Read more

Perelman Performing Arts Center will be open to 9/11 community members after the Reading of the Names at the 9/11 Memorial, approximately from 12pm-5pm. Community members do not need to have attended the Reading of the Names for entry into the building. Restrooms and places to rest will be available. Light refreshments will be provided. ... Read more

Join our final webinar before National Voter Registration Day (NVRD) 2024 for last-minute tips and strategies to ensure your event's success. Allen Blackwell, a seasoned advocate for voter participation, will lead the session and provide crucial insights to fine-tune your preparations.

Legacies: Asian American Art Movements in New York City (1969-2001) is an expansive survey of rarely-seen artwork and archival material by artists that constitute and exceed “Asian American,” a label denoting a cultural and national identity invented in 1968. Utilizing an interdisciplinary and research-driven praxis, Legacies uncovers how artists of Asian descent have historically negotiated ... Read more

The LGBTQ Policy Center at Roosevelt House is pleased to present a screening of the Netflix film Rustin, which tells the poignant and absorbing story of the largely overlooked civil rights leader Bayard Rustin—who helped Martin Luther King Jr. and others to organize the 1963 March on Washington, yet faced stigmatization and discrimination as a ... Read more

MOCA cordially invites you to an insightful discussion with Mimi Kwa, author of the best selling memoir House of Kwa. Kwa, a journalist and news anchor for two decades, reveals a life behind the camera that is far stranger than anything she has reported on. When her own father sued her, turning her hair grey ... Read more

Join us for an exclusive conversation with Leila Heller to celebrate the launch of her new cookbook, Persian Feasts: Recipes and Stories from a Family Table, published by Phaidon. Moderated by Galerie Magazine Editor-in-Chief Jacqueline Terrebonne, this lively discussion will explore the rich culinary traditions and celebratory menus of Persian cuisine that date back 5,000 ... Read more

Featuring live demonstrations and a Q&A session, this online workshop offers valuable insights for AI enthusiasts, skeptics and the unsure . Discover how AI can enhance your filmmaking process and keep you at the forefront of industry innovations. Free resources provided. Whether you're AI-curious or AI-cautious, this session will equip you with essential knowledge for ... Read more

The goal of this event is to address and overcome the challenges faced by Asian Female Leaders and professionals in advancing to executive roles. We aim to explore the impact of cultural identity and stereotypes, such as the bamboo ceiling and model minority myth, on career progression. Through expert panel discussions, personal reflections, and interactive ... Read more

Free nonpartisan workshops for Asian American, South Asian, and Pacific Islander community groups.  Experienced lawyers will help community leaders and Asian Americans, South Asians, and Pacific Islanders understand:  their rights in the election  how to obtain language assistance  typical voting problems and how to cure deficiencies.   Attorneys will also cover the legal rules regarding electoral and voter education activities for tax-exempt nonprofit ... Read more

Over the past seven decades, the alliance between South Korea and the United States has evolved from a security-focused relationship into a robust, multifaceted partnership that now includes significant trade and investment ties. However, with the upcoming US elections, the future direction of the bilateral economic relationship is faced with ambiguity. The aim of this ... Read more

Free nonpartisan workshops for Asian American, South Asian, and Pacific Islander community groups.  Experienced lawyers will help community leaders and Asian Americans, South Asians, and Pacific Islanders understand:  their rights in the election  how to obtain language assistance  typical voting problems and how to cure deficiencies.   Attorneys will also cover the legal rules regarding electoral and voter education activities for tax-exempt nonprofit ... Read more

This event is part of the Geography, Earth Science, and Oceanography (GEOS) Seminars for Fall 2024. GEOS is a lecture series hosted by the Ph.D. Program in Earth and Environmental Sciences at the CUNY Graduate Center. This series features guest lectures by pre-eminent scholars and thinkers in the fields of Geology, Geography, Earth Science, Environmental ... Read more

Poetry that is produced orally and poetry that is written have often been pitted as fundamentally different, the former an ephemeral, inspired process and the latter thoughtful and labored. Oral poems are uttered, only to be forgotten if not remembered, while written poems are recorded and edited, over and over again, until the poet deems ... Read more

Hear from different AA & NHPI organizations on the importance of climate justice and how they’re making change in their communities. Featuring: Moderator: Elizabeth Sweet (NAAPIMHA) Panelist: Thoin Begum (SAPHA) Panelist: Ayesha Abassi (APEN) Panelist: Amasai Jeke (UTOPIA WA)

The PrideFull Fest announces its 4th edition with 14 films centering LGBTQIA2S+ people of color and their stories. The festival runs from September 13-22, 2024, with in-person screenings from the 13th to the 15th in New York City and a virtual run from the 16th to the 22nd across the United States. This year’s theme ... Read more

Tony Award® winner and three-time Pulitzer finalist David Henry Hwang (M. Butterfly) will make his Roundabout debut with the Broadway premiere of Yellow Face, his hilarious is-he-or-isn’t-he comedy of identity, show business, and (perhaps) autobiography. Starring Daniel Dae Kim (Lost) and directed by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman (Violet). Inspired by real events, the playwright’s fictionalized ... Read more

Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis hosts a panel of experts to discuss the economic, political, and societal issues affecting China’s post-COVID recovery.

Join us for the 2024 Asian American Literature Festival (AALF), a historic multi-city gathering designed to support and nurture Asian American literature and the literary community. The AALF is a space of stewardship, kinship, and care, where we celebrate the role of Asian diasporic literature in creating community.

Official Launch Event of Asian Creatives Club: Top Industry Leaders as Panelists & Networking With Our Community Members

The actors of the Sunshine Theater Group are on a quest for the perfect play to commemorate their 50th Anniversary — possibly their final performance due to financial challenges. Different perspectives converge a collective story — “The People’s” story that celebrates and preserves the forgotten stories of the AAPI community, and embraces hopes and dreams ... Read more

Mooncakes, magic, and the Jade Rabbit on the moon! Join us for an afternoon of storytelling, drop-in arts & crafts, mooncake making, and more.

We are so excited to present the arangetram of Lylah Padmini Patel on September 14, 2024 at the Gould Theater at L’Alliance New York. An arangetram is a milestone moment for a Bharatanarym dance student in that it marks their “ascent” to the stage after years of focused and rigorous training in the art with ... Read more

Join organizers and participants of the 2024 Asian American Literature Festival for a gathering to mark the beginning of our week of cosmic kinship.

Join the Asian American Writers’ Workshop for an exhibition of the late poet Meena Alexander’s library, which the Workshop acquired for our 30th anniversary. The reading room will include a curated display of titles by Meena Alexander, as well as books from her collection with original annotations, notes exchanged between friends and loved ones, rare ... Read more

Hofstra University’s Maurice A. Deane School of Law is marking Constitution Day 2024 by staging a re-enactment of Korematsu v. United States, the 1944 trial and appeal that upheld the constitutionality of interning Japanese Americans solely on the basis of race. The Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Korematsu v. United States maintained that the internment ... Read more

Join the Asian American Writers’ Workshop for an exhibition of the late poet Meena Alexander’s library, which the Workshop acquired for our 30th anniversary. The reading room will include a curated display of titles by Meena Alexander, as well as books from her collection with original annotations, notes exchanged between friends and loved ones, rare ... Read more

Learn about HCAP programs, make friends, and connect with Hunter resources. Join our decorating contest to win a prize. We’ll have games, free food, and snacks! ALL Hunter students are welcome!

Connie Chung is the first woman to co-anchor the CBS Evening News and the first Asian to anchor any news program in the U.S. Profoundly influenced by her family’s cultural traditions, yet growing up completely Americanized in the United States, Chung describes her career in a white, male-centered world. Overt sexism was a way of ... Read more

Join AAWW in-person and online for a celebration of Zara Chowdhary’s memoir The Lucky Ones! Zara will be joined by journalist, television producer, and writer Nur Nasreen Ibrahim. The Lucky Ones traces the past of a multigenerational Muslim family to India’s brave but bloody origins, a segregated city’s ancient past, and the lingering hurt causing ... Read more

Have you ever felt like someone needs help but didn't know how to start the conversation? Afraid you'll make things worse if you bring it up? You're not alone. Many of us-even professionals-struggle to start these important conversations. Sometimes the pressure feels overwhelming, we're uncomfortable, or we just don't know how to help if something ... Read more

OiYan Poon conducts interviews with Asian Americans throughout the US who have been actively engaged in policy debates over race-conscious admissions or affirmative action. Through these exchanges, she finds that Asian American identity remains deeply unsettled in a contest between those invested in reaching the top of the racial hierarchy alongside whiteness and those working ... Read more

During the shutdown of 2020, Edward Cheng roamed the streets of Chinatown with his camera. Businesses were closed. Work had dried up. There was nothing else to do. On these treks he ran into people he knew. He saw the same friends, acquaintances, and community members time and again. Eventually he asked to photograph them. ... Read more

Join the Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop that will focus on the “untold story” of the Vietnamese Fishermen’s Association vs. Knights of the Ku Klux Klan (1981). This workshop will feature guest speaker Dr. Thao L. Ha.

This workshop is designed to help educators deepen their understanding of Asian American identity through the lens of immigration history and its transgenerational impact on culture and identity. Participants will explore the historical context of Asian immigration to the United States, examine the diverse experiences of Asian American communities, and gain insights into how these ... Read more

Two cousins and their mothers confront changes generated by the past and the passing of time. In Los Angeles, one cousin faces her immigrant mother’s dementia while, in Tokyo, the other is challenged by her mother’s physical decline. Family history of the immigrant mother having married an African American and left Japan behind complicates all ... Read more

A trailblazer in promoting understanding between Asia and the rest of the world, anchor, entrepreneur, and author Yue-Sai Kan will discuss her memoir with Asia Society Trustee Lulu C. Wang.

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) cordially invites you to an insightful discussion with acclaimed food writer and cookbook author Patricia Tanumihardja, as she explores her latest culinary work, Mortar and Pestle: Classic Indonesian Recipes for the Modern Kitchen. Co-authored with her mother, Juliana Evari Suparman, this cookbook presents a vibrant collection of 80 ... Read more

A4 and MoCADA present Bandung Community Conversation: Echo Chambers with Mohiba Ahmed, a dedicated community organizer at DRUM (Desis Rising Up and Moving). Ahmed brings extensive experience from grassroots feminist movements and student rights organizations in Pakistan and is a founding member of the Progressive Students’ Collective and Haqooq-e-Khalq Party Pakistan.

Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, a Sanskrit phrase meaning “the world is family,” is a universalist idea that competes with dominant, exclusivist Hindu notions of caste. Anand grew up in a milieu that questioned the latter. The family’s elders had fought for India’s Independence but rarely spoken about it. ‘Liberty, Equality, Fraternity,’ words enshrined in India’s Constitution, were ... Read more

The full exhibition event program is now available with daily conversations, guided tours, documentary screening, and collective poetry reading: https://tinyurl.com/keywordsfullprogram We are unveiling a new exhibition on China's labor history: Keywords of Chinese labor, covering the period from 1993 to 2023. The exhibition sets out to capture the monumental transformation of the Chinese working class ... Read more

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at China Institute in America for the entire family! Mid-autumn is one of the most celebrated holidays in China – a time for families to get together under the full moon and light up lanterns to symbolically illuminate the path to success for the rest of the year. Join us at ... Read more

A4 shines a light on AAPI comedy and all its stylings - from stand-up to improv to narrative. Writer and performer Negin Farsad will share her multifaceted journey into the field as a social justice comedian. We’ll also hear from comedian and Emmy-nominated writer Karen Chee on everything from stand-up to writing on Late Night ... Read more

Leaders from Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote) and AAPI Data to present findings from their September 2024 AAPI voter survey, conducted by AP-NORC. Survey to reveal potential shifts in candidate preferences among AAPI voters since President Biden dropped out of the race, whether Kamala Harris’s South Asian identity impacts her favorability among AAPI ... Read more

Mark your calendars for the upcoming APAICS Technology Summit, taking place on September 25-26! Don't miss out on hearing from elected officials, industry leaders, and community partners as they discuss topics such as digital equity, representation in digital spaces, and more!

Chinese Americans constitute about 5.5 million people and are the largest share of the Asian American population. Despite this fast-growing electorate, Chinese Americans have faced a surge in racism in everyday life, been historically underrepresented in politics and policy, and the specific policy preferences and political behaviors of those same Chinese Americans are unknown. So ... Read more

A dynamic evening celebrating the AAPI artists involved in the ALL ARTS/PBS documentary series "climate artists" with an expert panel discussion, comedy from rising star Jiaoying Summers, climate-conscious food & cocktails, and an exclusive documentary series screening!

Not all evangelical churches fit the stereotypes. In their latest books, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Eliza Griswold and the Inaugural Director of the SNF Agora Institute, Hahrie Han, bear witness to two churches who break the mold. In Circle of Hope, Griswold chronicles the ravaging and ultimately destructive results to a group of progressive-leaning Philadelphia evangelicals ... Read more

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. Participants will enhance their knowledge of these graphic novels and discover how they ... Read more

On behalf of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI), please join us in the nation’s capital on Thursday, September 26, 2024, for our AA and NHPI Policy Summit. This day-long, in-person event will highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s leadership, accomplishments, and continued commitment to advancing equity, justice, and opportunity ... Read more

Please join us for a special session with the 8th United Nations Secretary General, the Honorable Ban Ki-moon, on how the United Nations Special Development Goals (SDGs) shape and can accelerate global climate action. As a respected leader at the forefront of the most urgent global questions—how to make life sustainable for all—Mr. Ban will ... Read more

In celebration of our friend and cookbook author, Christine Wong’s new cookbook, The Vibrant Hong Kong Table, Think!Chinatown is so excited to host her at our new space, Chinatown!Studio for a book launch party and cooking demo! The evening will start off with a salty kumquat & calamansi Sanzo welcome drink. T!C’s Director Yin Kong ... Read more

In honor of Hawaiian History Month, join us to learn more about Queen Lili'uokalani (1891-1893), the last reigning monarch of the Kingdom of Hawai'i. This workshop will focus on the Queen's legacy leading up to and following the U.S. overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy in 1893. A musician, writer, and social justice activist, Queen Lili'uokalani ... Read more

The Asian American Writers’ Workshop and the Asian American Book Club are teaming up with the Brooklyn Book Festival to host the first annual Asian American BookCon! An official bookend event of the Brooklyn Book Festival, the BookCon will feature a marketplace of publishers, artists, booksellers, and vendors celebrating the diversity of Asian American literature. ... Read more

Join APAHE during AANAPISI Week 2024 for a virtual panel of AANAPISI program student participants from across the country. Panelists will discuss how their AANAPISI program has impacted their college experience and future career path as well as their hopes for the future of AANAPISIs.

CrazyLaugh A dynamic oversea Chinese culture content production platform. At CrazyLaugh, our mission is to inspire a shift in perspective, transforming life’s twists and stress into moments of humor and laughter. We believe every challenge is a setup for a punchline, and we’re dedicated to empowering everyone find theirs. Together, we’re not just facing life’s ... Read more

“Asian American Arts Alliance (A4) is pleased to partner with Metrograph on a special screening around the topic of Asian Counterfutures. A critical component of our mission is to challenge traditional depictions of Asians and Asian Americans in American cinema as either wholly absent, derogatory, or otherwise misrepresented. This program centers contemporary Asian artists and ... Read more

Join us for this Viewpoints program bringing together three iconic directors of world cinema: Mira Nair (Monsoon Wedding), Gurinder Chadha (Bend It Like Beckham), and Deepa Mehta (Water), in a conversation moderated by Aroon Shivdasani. Three filmmakers of Punjabi background, this "Bhenji Brigade" has made significant contributions to film with their fierce creative visions, and represent a larger Indian ... Read more

We are delighted to welcome you to the book launch of Corky Lee's Asian America with a conversation with distinguished panelists: Chee Wang Ng (co-author and visual artist), Chris Kwok (Board Member, Asian American Federation) and Soniya Munshi (Urban Studies, Queens College). Amy Hsin (Sociology, Queens College) will moderate, and Queens College President Frank Wu ... Read more

In this talk, artist Huma Bhabha will discuss her Public Art Fund exhibition, Before The End, which is on view at Brooklyn Bridge Park until Spring 2025. Bhabha, renowned for her ability to reinvent the figure and explore its expressive potential, creates eccentric characters that captivate through their contradictions. Her innovative practice spans sculpture, drawings, ... Read more

The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) is pleased to announce its 14th Annual VOICES Conference on October 1-2, 2024, at the Capital Hilton Hotel in Washington, DC. VOICES is an annual conference that gathers healthcare leaders, key stakeholders, and advocates to explore and discuss health equity and health justice in eliminating disparities ... Read more

How can the U.S.-Korea Alliance rise to the challenge of an increasingly complex and fraught geopolitical environment? As competing strategic triangles solidify in Northeast Asia, what new challenges and opportunities will arise for the U.S.-Korea relationship and peace and security in the region? This conversation seeks to see through the cycle to identify underlying trends, ... Read more

In 2014 Rupi Kaur self-published her first collection, milk and honey. Its honesty and rawness stunned readers, as did its ability to confront bitterness and pain with genuine sweetness. Ten years and millions of copies later, it is one of the best-selling poetry books of the 21st century, and Kaur is a worldwide phenomenon. This year ... Read more

With the ever-growing need to understand ourselves and humanity as a whole, it is necessary to examine the concepts of morality, ethics and universal values as guiding principles of the human condition. With generous support from Y.T. Hwang Family Foundation, The Korea Society presents a Series on Ethics and Common Values. This series promotes the ... Read more

Join us on October 1, 2024, for the inaugural program in the series South Asian Arts Talk in Celebration of the Life of Priyanka Mathew. The thought-provoking discussion features pioneering Pakistani-American artist Shahzia Sikander, one of the most influential artists working today, in conversation with Diana Campbell, Chief Curator of the Dhaka Art Summit and ... Read more

This event will feature an interview with Jenny Yang, a Civil Rights Leader and Former Government Official; Former White House, Domestic Policy Council as a Deputy Assistant to the President for Racial Justice and Equity; and Former Chair of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, followed by a Q&A session. Jenny Yang is a highly ... Read more

The National Theatre makes its triumphant arrival with bunraku theater in New York City for the first time in 32 years! Witness a stunning production of traditional Japanese puppet theater, with two quintessential climaxes from bunraku repertoire: Date Musume Koi no Higanoko (Oshichi, the Greengrocer’s Daughter) and Sonezaki Shinju (The Love Suicides at Sonezaki). Known ... Read more

In the heyday of silent films, Japanese émigré TORIACHI KONO, in pursuit of the American Dream, becomes a loyal confidante of film star Charlie Chaplin, but at the dawn of WWII is swept up in anti-Japanese hysteria and accused of espionage. This will be a sneak peak of Pan Asian Rep's Feb 2025 world premiere ... Read more

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) cordially invites you to an insightful discussion on the creation and evolution of Asian American magazines with the founders and editors behind some of the most influential publications: Melissa Hung of Hyphen, Lakán Angelo Ragaza of A. Magazine, Tommy Tam of YOLK, and Larry Tazuma of KoreAm and ... Read more

Witness the remarkable artistry of esteemed pianist and Van Cliburn competition laureate, Yekwon Sunwoo, as he makes his return to Flushing Town Hall, a hub of diverse creativity. This time, Sunwoo presents his insightful interpretation of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4, revealing his profound connection with the composer's intricate and reflective work. The program also ... Read more

Filmmaker Elizabeth Ai embarks on a journey to capture the vibrant spirit of a musical phenomenon that electrified Vietnamese American teens in the 1980s: New Wave. What begins as an exploration of the rebellion and freedom within this subculture evolves into a profound narrative of identity, loss, and healing. In Orange County, California, the synth ... Read more

Nurse Unseen explores the little-known history and humanity of the unsung Filipino nurses who risked  their lives on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic while facing a resurgence of anti-Asian hate in the streets.

Key to Change offers you an opportunity to hear from experts, journalists from well-known outlets, and community leaders. Get exciting new data-based insights from AAF’s research. Hear from organizers working on the ground to meaningfully engage with the over 2.1 million Asian New Yorkers. And learn how all of us together can activate Asian voters ... Read more

Asia Society’s signature monthly happy hour is back! Join us at Leo Bar for Asia Society Museum's new exhibition, Madayin: Eight Decades of Aboriginal Australian Bark Painting from Yirrkala. The night includes free museum admission and guided tours of the exhibition, drink specials, DJ, and opportunities to make new connections.

The Museum of Chinese in America proudly supports the creative journey of generative artists in the development of new works. In this spirit, we are honored to present Standing Above Pajaro, a poignant new opera composed by Jeremy Rafal based on the original play by Conrad A. Panganiban. Returning to MOCA with this evocative piece, ... Read more

New York Classical Players and Korean Cultural Center New York co-present an evening of exceptional piano artistry, featuring Yekwon Sunwoo. The program begins with the timeless elegance of J.S. Bach’s Partita No. 2 in C minor, followed by Rachmaninoff’s captivating Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op. 42, which showcases the composer’s lyrical depth and ... Read more

As part of our Youth Program, Turning Point for Women and Families hosts an annual Summit addressing bullying, racism, and discrimination, as well as avenues of empowerment for youth to address these issues. This is a FREE summit open to youth of all backgrounds. Lunch will be served and MetroCards will be provided if needed.

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) cordially invites you to an insightful conversation between artist Ho Tam and Herb Tam, MOCA’s Curator and Director of Exhibitions. They will explore Tam’s self-published magazine Hotam, his journey in creating artist books, and his reflections on living in New York during the 1990s.

Featuring three short films by emerging filmmakers Sam Kumiko Sheridan, Michelle Ma, and Chris Zou, this event highlights the personal and societal challenges faced by Asian women through powerful storytelling. Following the screenings, a 45-minute discussion and Q&A will be moderated by guest speaker Hindley Wang.

What will you pack in your suitcase when you are going somewhere far away and strange, and you don’t know when you will be back? This is the question resonates deeply with many of us immigrants, with our parents and grandparents, and with the senior Chinese ladies who frequented the Homecrest Bensonhurst Community Center in ... Read more

What will you pack in your suitcase when you are going somewhere far away and strange, and you don’t know when you will be back? This is the question resonates deeply with many of us immigrants, with our parents and grandparents, and with the senior Chinese ladies who frequented the Homecrest Bensonhurst Community Center in ... Read more

Rovaco Dance Company presents their sixth annual Rovaco Dance Party. This evening of live music, dance, theater, and cultural exchange begins with an informal social hour inspired by Indian hospitality traditions. Guests are served delectable Indian snacks prepared by Chef Ashmita Biswas alongside complimentary Lunar Hard Seltzers, an award-winning Asian American brand. After the social, ... Read more

Join us for a concert of Javanese gamelan compositions composed by the renowned composer I.M. Harjito, featuring a mix of traditional gamelan and hybrid compositions that incorporate other instruments. Now 80, the master musician is one of the greatest Javanese musicians and composers of his generation. Harjito will present a selection of his works in ... Read more

Experience the extraordinary artistry of esteemed pianist and Van Cliburn competition laureate, Yekwon Sunwoo, as he returns to the spotlight. This time, Sunwoo offers an insightful interpretation of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4, showcasing his deep connection with the composer's intricate and reflective work. The program also includes Holst's majestic Jupiter and J.S. Bach's Prelude, ... Read more

Discover the electrifying fusion in “Afro-Arab Jazz,” a dynamic collaboration between Lebanese pianist Tarek Yamani and French-Tunisian saxophonist Yacine Boulares, blending Arabic trance rhythms and jazz harmonies. With a quartet featuring Jongkuk Kim on drums and Sam Minaie on bass, they weave together Arabic trance rhythms and jazz harmonies, from Lebanese Dabke to Tunisian Stambeli ... Read more

Join Sulo: The Philippine Studies Initiative at NYU and NYSEAN for a book talk by Marites Dañguilan Vitug, editor-at-large for Rappler and co-founder of Newsbreak. Marites Vitug will discuss her recent book Unrequited Love: Duterte's China Embrace (Ateneo University Press, 2024) and recent Foreign Affairs article on Phillipine-China-US relations arguing that Manila needs to make strategically calibrated steps to push back against ... Read more

Join us with for a conversation with art historians Sohl Lee and Jung Joon Lee, moderated by Yasufumi Nakamori, on how South Korean art has developed since the 1980s with concurrent global and national historical events.

How is it going? How are you doing? We are one month into the Fall semester and midterms are coming up. As students, you have to balance many things – academics, friends, family, work, and more! Together, we’ll take time to reflect on how the semester is progressing, assess what your capacity is, and get ... Read more

The playbook goes back to Plato's Noble Lie, in 375 B.C. But while Plato justified government myth-making as a benefit to society, this year's election playbook is anything but. The false narratives, repeatedly amplified on social media and believed by half the US population, can cause catastrophic consequences for the entire world.   In an era of distorted ... Read more

Join us for a special conversation with Ambassador Kishore Mahbubani on the occasion of his latest book, Living the Asian Century: An Undiplomatic Memoir. Ambassador Mahbubani has distinguished himself in two distinct careers, in diplomacy (1971-2004) and in academia (2004 to 2019). Asia Society President and CEO Dr. Kyung-wha Kang will sit with him to ... Read more

Join NYSEAN and Sulo: The Philippine Studies Initiative at NYU for a lecture by Rose Cuison-Villazor, Visiting Scholar at Asian/Pacific/American Institute at NYU and Professor of Law and Chancellor’s Social Justice Scholar at Rutgers Law School. This lecture will explore the contributions of Filipina Americans to the suffrage movements in both the United States and the ... Read more

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) and Special Special invite you to 4N Exchange, an evening dedicated to creative dialogue featuring artists from the second issue of 4N magazine. The event will begin with a panel discussion where artists Ally Yanxiu Luo, Terumi Saito, Supatida Sutiratana, Sixing Xu, and Hang Yu will take us ... Read more

When the Statue of Liberty was installed with great fanfare, speeches, and a celebration of close to 1 million in 1886, no one mentioned immigration, nor did they mention abolition. The association with immigration only came with the passage of decades, and the arrival of millions of immigrants. The formative connection to abolition, the original ... Read more

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

Conference and awards gala organized by the South Asian Journalists Association, with keynotes, workshops, panels, career guidance and more. Friday, Oct 11, reception at Aicon Contemporary Sat, Oct 12, conference at CUNY Newmark Graduate School of Journalism Sat, Oct 12, awards gala at Columbia Journalism School

The world of Kaizo Hayashi is one of cinematic reverie and enchantment, whose reverence for film history—transposing genre and stylistic conventions from benshi and silent era serials to jidaigeki and hardboiled noir—results in one of the most imaginative and inspiring filmographies of the post-studio era. Forever associated with the elusive search of the detective, Hayashi eludes homage and pastiche, ... 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

We all have a story. An all mixed comedy show celebrating and highlighting comedians who self-identify as mixed (biracial or multiracial, multiethnic, or multicultural); featuring improv comedy and more by performers, teachers, and students from the Magnet Theater community and beyond✨

Join authors Ery Shin (Spring On the Peninsula) and Christine Ma-Kellams (The Band) as they discuss their books and stories from the Korean diaspora. Part of Town Hall's "K-Town Hall Series." Each ticket includes a copy of Spring On the Peninsula and The Band.

Join Alina Das, Professor of Clinical Law at NYU, in conversation with Natasha Iskander, Director of the NYU Migration Network for an explainer on mass deportation and the 2024 US election.

AAPI voters have the potential to impact the outcomes in the 2024 election, but remain flattened and undercovered in mainstream media. AAPI-led community organizations and data equity initiatives offer powerful insights and new tools for understanding the needs of our diverse communities, including its most marginalized and under-engaged members. In this virtual forum, hosted by ... Read more

A conversation between cultural historian and media scholar Siva Vaidhyanathan and President Michelle J. Anderson. The two will discuss social media and AI, and their role in the 2024 election cycle and the politics beyond. Reception to follow.

This workshop will focus on providing teachers an overview of Asian American history from the 1700-2000s and highlight Asian American contributions to immigration and citizenship laws that shape the United States. Educators will leave with a better understanding of the AAPI diaspora, narratives, and curricular points of entry, empowering them to adapt these histories into ... Read more

The University of Michigan Center for Social Solutions and Roosevelt House invite you to a fireside chat with author and journalist Nicholas Lemann. He will be joined by Harry Feder and Amit Sevak. The discussion will be moderated by Erica Chito-Childs. Gain valuable insight into the impact that (re)integrating standardized tests will have on access ... Read more

The Philippine Studies Initiative at NYU and NYSEAN for a book talk by Sharon M. Quinsaat, Associate Professor of Sociology at Grinnell College and author of Insurgent Communities: How Protests Create a Filipino Diaspora (University of Chicago Press, 2024).

Join Amy Siadak, President and CEO of House of Marketing Research, for an exclusive webinar designed to help brands and marketing teams understand the Asian American consumer. In today’s competitive landscape, understanding diverse consumer segments is more crucial than ever. This webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to develop a robust market ... Read more

The event features an Artists’ Alley, showcasing ten emerging and established talents, and a Panel Discussion exploring intersectionality, diverse narratives, and the impact of cultural heritage in comics. Following the panel, a casual networking reception will provide opportunities for artists and attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and discover MOCA’s exhibitions.

Produced as a special 20th anniversary feature film, Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna was originally slated for U.S. release in March 2020, but due to the pandemic, the movie never made it to North American theaters. Now, however, as part of a special Digimon 25th Anniversary Celebration, Toei Animation and Japan Society are bringing Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna to the big ... Read more

While Chinese Americans have found success in the United States, they continue to face barriers and challenges rooted in the perpetual foreigner stereotype. In this workshop, participants will learn about the ways this stereotype has manifested in fields such as science and technology, civic engagement, and the arts. Participants will reflect on their ideas about ... Read more

The goal of this year’s Business Insurance DEI Conference is to accentuate the strengths in the insurance industry that attract talent by bringing companies, sponsors, industry associations, educators, recruiters and students together for a two-day summit. Our vision is a world where the insurance industry is known for its innovative approaches to recruitment, hiring and ... Read more

Frank H. Wu, President of Queens College, will share history, law, social science, and personal experience to present a portrait of Asian immigrants and their American born progeny. His presentation will offer a new perspective on the civil rights movement, integrating Asian Americans in a manner that advances the cause of social justice through bridge ... Read more

Asian Americans are the quintessential swing voter group who has the power to shape elections up and down the ticket and throughout the country. Learn more about Asian American voters and how they matter in the 2024 election.

Through a wave of innovative experimentation with worker cooperatives and closely related enterprise models, social and community entrepreneurs are including more workers in the economy. This event will feature a review of developments in the field from local experts, and include insights and actionable strategies for leaders in the non-profit, public, and higher education sectors ... Read more

Asian AF (Asian As F***) is the premier Asian American variety show in Los Angeles and New York. Asian AF spotlights the best Asian American actors, stand-up comedians, improvisers, sketch performers, storytellers, and more. After 4 amazing sold-out shows at The Kennedy Center in Washington DC, Asian AF is delighted to be back in NYC!

It's October, which means it's Filipino American History Month and the return of the Filipino Comedy Festival! Join some of the best Pinoy comedians you’ve seen on Netflix, Comedy Central, Just For Laughs, Stephen Colbert, and all over social media for an incredible, riotous and educational show filled with comedy, games, prizes and belly-aching laughter. ... Read more

LIVING ADAPTATIONS, the 6th Singapore Literature Festivalreturns to New York City for a weekend of conversations featuring writers and artists from the Asian diaspora and beyond. The festival opens with a keynote talk on transnational theater and an exclusive film premiere. The second day of the Festival will feature panels, a staged reading and reception ... Read more

This professional development course explores aspects of Japan’s human geography through current issues via online lectures, readings and Q&A sessions. Educators are invited to delve into how Japan can be understood within the current global context and how “Japan-specific” content can be used to raise awareness of social issues faced by American students.

This full-day international symposium, in conjunction with the exhibition “Gold from Dragon City: Masterpieces of Three Yan from Liaoning, 337-436,” provides an immersive environment to investigate Three Yan artifacts and discover the life of the once-dominated ancient nomad tribe Murong Xianbei, alongside prominent scholars in the field. Through various artifacts, from the shining golden headdress ... Read more