Paper Soldiers: How the Weaponization of the Dollar Changed the World Order

The Korea Society 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, NY

Join us for a discussion with the Senior Washington Correspondent for Bloomberg News Saleha Mohsin on her newly released book Paper Soldiers: How the Weaponization of the Dollar Changed the World Order, in cooperation with the National Committee on American Foreign Policy (NCAFP). As the global order continues to evolve, it seems that the dollar’s ... Read more

Cassindy Chao: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Love

Museum of Chinese in America 215 Centre Street, New York, NY

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) cordially invites you to an engaging evening with Cassindy Chao, the highly respected dating coach, matchmaker, and author of Ancient Wisdom, Modern Love: Chinese Wisdom for Dating Success. This event offers a deep dive into how traditional Chinese wisdom can influence modern dating practices, especially through the lens ... Read more

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The Philosophy of Korean Tea

The Korea Society 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, NY

Darye–"etiquette for tea" or "tea rite"– has been an integral part of Korean history and culture for over a thousand years. Donghyun Kim, a Korean heritage curator, discusses the history of tea practices and aesthetics in Korea and the landscape of contemporary Korean tea culture.

Malikah Ramadan Night Market

Steinway Street (Queens) Steinway Street, Queens, NY

Join Malikah for an unforgettable experience at their inaugural Ramadan Night Market in Astoria, Queens! From 9pm to 1am. Malikah is a grassroots movement that facilitates opportunities for women to come together in sisterhood, to engage in critical reflection and education, to build habits of self-love, and to cultivate action-oriented communities prepared with the tools ... Read more

Queer Translation: Transnational Korean Literature, Art, and Criticism

CUNY Graduate Center - Skylight Room 365 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY

This interdisciplinary conference features three panels to explore different modalities of translation—linguistic, affective, gestural, spectral—that are being utilized or invented within contemporary queer Korean studies. We highlight the distinctive contributions of Korean writers, artists, translators, and scholars to the common question of what it means to gain a global audience. This exploration aims to scrutinize ... Read more

Conversation with Community Activist Jan Lee and Big Fight in Little Chinatown Documentary

Borough of Manhattan Community College 199 Chambers Street, New York, NY

Jan Lee, Activist, Co-Founder, Neighbors United Below Canal (NUBC) will be joined in conversation with Professor Alvin Eng. Jan Lee will discuss mobilizing the Chinatown/Asian American community in protests against the Mega Jail to be built in Chinatown that threatens the unique character and lifestyle of the Chinatown community. He will also discuss his role ... Read more

Blueprint for Solidarity: Black, Latinx, and Asian American Freedom Struggles

Brooklyn College Library 2900 Bedford Avenue, Room 242, Brooklyn, NY

The panel will explore lessons to be learned from Black, Latinx, and Asian American freedom struggles. Diane C. Fujino, Professor of Asian American Studies, University of California at Santa Barbara Max Krochmal, Professor of U.S. History and Director of Justice Studies at the University of New Orleans Genesis Lara, Assistant Professor, Afro-Latino Studies, Department of Chicano/Latino ... Read more

How to Cover an Election

As the run-up to the November 5 elections heats up, so does the need for the media to focus on the races and issues that matter to the communities they cover. Election season is also an opportunity for community media to expand their readership and reach. Delivering high-impact, in-depth stories on tight deadlines and expanding ... Read more

Exploring Intersectionality: Caste, Gender & Sexuality

Columbia University - International Affairs Building (SIPA) 420 West 11th Street, New York, NY

The Panel is designed as a forum to mark Dalit History Month, and is made possible by the University Life at Columbia University, Office of Student Affairs and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Committee at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) at Columbia University. The event is scheduled for April 4, 2024 5:30 - 7 ... Read more

CRYSTAL HANA KIM: THE STONE HOME

Books Are Magic 122 Montague Street, New York, NY

Presented by AAWW and Books Are Magic, join us to celebrate Crystal Hana Kim's The Stone Home, a hauntingly poetic family drama and coming-of-age story that reveals a dark corner of South Korean history through the eyes of a small community living in a reformatory center. Crystal will be in conversation with Julia Phillips.

Navigating the Arts and Cultural Journalism Landscape

Culture Lab LIC 5-25 46th Avenue, Queens, NY

Dive into the dynamic world of writing about arts and culture, featuring seasoned professionals who have left a significant mark on the field. The conversation will span topics like freelancing, pinpointing reliable sources, crafting compelling story pitches, and navigating the challenges within the ever-evolving arts journalism landscape.