AAPI New York: Stories From Staten Island
2026-04-15 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Staten Island UFT Center, 1200 South Avenue, Staten Island, NY
New York City teachers, community members, and youth are invited for an interactive day of storytelling, community building, and curriculum development on the localized history of Staten Island’s Asian American community.

More Than One Child (Screening & Discussion)
2026-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Calandra Italian American Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, 17th Floor, New York, NY, 10036
Join us for a powerful evening of film and conversation on the human consequences of China’s One-Child Policy with filmmaker Vinit Parmar.

Screening - Invisible No More
2026-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Fashion Institute of Technology – Bob Fisch Presentation Hall, 227 West 27th Street - Brown Building N-108, New York, NY, 10001
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 newly designated Asian opportunity district. Established in 2023 through the once-a-decade redistricting process, the district reflects the rapid growth and increasing influence of the Asian American community. City Councilmembers Linda Lee, Sandra Ung, and Susan Zhuang, alongside State Senator John Liu and former State Senator Iwen Chu, share their paths to public service—how they broke barriers, claimed seats at the table, and now amplify the voices of their communities.

The Living Library: An Evening of Indian Classical Music & Dance
2026-04-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), 455 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, 10016
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 verses through a dialogue between two of India’s profound classical dance traditions.
Kathak dancer Neeharika Tummala brings the story driven art of Kathak to NYPL, with her performance capturing fast footwork balanced by subtle, conversational nuances that define the North Indian tradition, turning literary metaphors into rhythmic reality. Author Nandana Dev Sen will recite her poetry as Neeharika translates them to dance. In a contrasting performance, Bharatanatyam dancer Sloka Iyengar presents the grounded, sculptural power of her dance form which is rooted in South Indian tradition. With its sharp geometry and emotional expressions, Iyengar’s interpretation will translate the spiritual depth of the literature into a visual language.

Visions/Panawin Spring 2026 Against Oblivion: Philippine Shorts from Cinemalaya and Sundance
2026-04-15 18:30 - 20:30 | NYU Espacio de Culturas, 53 Washington Square S, New York, NY, 10012, United States
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
For more information visit: https://wp.nyu.edu/spsi/against-oblivion/

Light of the Setting Sun - A Documentary Film Screening
2026-04-15 20:00 - 21:45 | Dodge Hall, 2960 Broadway, Room 511, New York, NY, 10027
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 name registered for the event) at either the 116th Street & Broadway or 116th Street & Amsterdam gates for entry.

The Other Side of Affordability: How NYC Can Boost Incomes, Build Wealth, and Expand Pathways to the Middle Class
2026-04-16 08:00 - 10:45 | 150W17TH, 150 West 17th Street, New York, NY, 10011, United States
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 will advance concrete ideas, opportunities, and strategies for city and state leaders to address this side of the affordability crisis. Speakers will discuss specific steps that city leaders can take to help more New Yorkers achieve financial security, access well-paying jobs, grow businesses, build assets, save for retirement, and achieve upward mobility.

“Elevating AAPI Voices: Storytelling for Advocacy” Workshop
2026-04-16 12:30 - 14:30 | NY
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 AM via Zoom to share storytelling strategies, such as story arcs and asset framing, that can help you craft compelling messages.
The session will be led by Eric C. Wat. He is an award-winning author of four books, including Love Your Asian Body, winner of the 2023 AAAS Outstanding Book in History, and a longtime activist and consultant whose work spans community organizing, research and evaluation, planning, facilitation, and coaching, with ongoing advocacy in trans rights, land rematriation, and immigrant labor.
A previous participant of Eric’s storytelling workshop shared: “We always knew that storytelling was important to provide a realistic picture to policymakers and funders, but there was never an opportunity to really think about how to do it effectively. It was a very resourceful session.”
We encourage you to share this workshop with your network of navigators and advocates. If you are planning on attending, please REGISTER HERE.

Honor Dalit History Month with Equality Labs (Virtual)
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:00 | NY
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 Guru Ravidas. Select audience members will get copies of Rima’s book!
Upon registration, you will receive an email with the Zoom link.
Cost to attend: Our movement is inclusive by nature, and we warmly welcome participants of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and access needs. As this event is a fundraiser supporting our digital security and community safety efforts, donations are encouraged and deeply appreciated. We offer a sliding scale of $0–$1,000 to ensure accessibility for all.

April 2026 AANHPI Community DNA Forum
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:00 | NY
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.

Taiko Takeover: Experience the Energy of Japanese Drumming
2026-04-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Richmondtown Library, 200 Clark Avenue, New York, NY, 10306
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!

CARE & CONNECT: Screening of Rosemead
2026-04-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Museum of Chinese in America, 215 Centre Street, New York, NY, 10013
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 feature a screening of Rosemead, followed by a panel discussion with therapists.

Film - Another Gaze Presents Suzaki Paradise: Red Light
2026-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street, New York, NY, 10017, United States
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 undefined expanse, while dour-faced Yoshiji toils away as a soba deliveryman. Based on Yoshiko Shibaki’s eponymous collection of stories (also the source material for Mizoguchi’s Street of Shame) and adapted by proto-New Wave filmmaker Yuzo Kawashima, Susaki Paradise: Red Light remains a crucial work of postwar cinema, its feverish undercurrent of desperation swelling as opportunism, love, desire and dreams collide over the shimmering waterways of Suzaki.
Dir. Yuzo Kawashima, 1956, 81 min. DCP, b&w, in Japanese with English subtitles. With Michiyo Aratama, Yukiko Todoroki, Tatsuya Mihashi.

AIX Summit East 2026: Build America’s AI Future
2026-04-17 09:00 - 19:00 | Convene Brookfield Place, 225 Liberty Street, New York, NY, 10281, United States
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 generations, bringing together established visionaries and rising stars to move the conversation from what AI can generate to what it can build for the nation.
Program Highlights

Opening Keynote: Yann LeCun, one of the pioneers of modern AI
Fireside Chat: Sir David MacMillan, Nobel laureate (host by NBC Richard Lui)
Sessions: Frontiers of AI, AI x Science, AI x Health, AI x Education, and AI x Blockchain.
20+ research roundtables over lunch, each co-hosted by two leading scientists
Student Poster Session, mostly by PhD students from Columbia, Cornell Tech, Boston University, Duke, Georgia Tech, Harvard, MIT, NYU, UPenn, Princeton, UIUC, and Yale
Networking Reception: dedicated time for participants to connect
Sponsor Banquet: to express our gratitude for our fellows, partners, sponsors and donors.

Who Should Attend:

Researchers and academics seeking cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Industry leaders and investors looking for the next wave of AI innovation.
Policymakers shaping the regulatory landscape of technology.

Join us as we shape the future of America’s digital and physical infrastructure.
Co-hosted by the Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) and the AI NextGen Foundation, this one-day gathering in New York City will provide an exciting and energizing forum to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and define pathways for impact over the next five, ten, and fifty years.

Conversations About AI: Preparing for the Future of Work
2026-04-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Bronx Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge Road, Bronx, NY, 10458
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 is impacting the future of workplaces, including the ways we can prepare and how it can be used to enhance rather than replace human ingenuity.

The Moys of New York and Shanghai: One Family’s Extraordinary Journey Through War and Revolution
2026-04-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Asian American / Asian Research Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, Suite 1000, New York, 10036, United States
Charlotte Brooks’s gripping tale follows the Moy family’s back and forth across the Pacific and through two world wars, China’s Nationalist and Communist revolutions, and the Cold War—events that the siblings and their spouses helped shape.

Calligraphy, Music & Mandarin Meetup – Your Monthly Cultural Escape (April)
2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | China Institute of America, 40 Rector Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY
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 music fills the room, slow down and immerse yourself in the serene practice of Chinese calligraphy, guided by a master calligrapher. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, you’ll receive hands-on guidance — all materials (ink, paper, brushes) are provided.
Want to practice Mandarin? Join our Mandarin Language Table during intermission for a fun, relaxed conversation with support from our language instructors.
Enjoy tea and light refreshments, meet fellow culture lovers, and experience a unique night of art and connection in the heart of NYC!
No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity! We can’t wait to share this inspiring evening with you.

MOCA PERFORMS – Fly Mi Away
2026-04-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Museum of Chinese in America, 215 Centre Street, New York, NY, 10013
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 compositions. The program—arranged for piano, bass, drums, and three vocalists—offers a vibrant blend of personal storytelling and musical exploration.

Vaisakhi Celebration with The Culture Tree
2026-04-18 12:00 - 14:00 | 53rd Street Library, 18 W 53rd St, New York, NY, 10019, United States
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 the 53rd Street Library and Anu Sehgal from The Culture Tree to learn more about this festival, do a superhero themed interactive art activity with Vishavjit Singh, make your own turbans, and listen to storytimes by authors Simran Jeet Singh and Deepika Kaur Pujji.

2026 New York City Asian American Student Conference
2026-04-18 13:00 - 17:00 | Columbia University, 116th Street & Broadway, New York, NY, 10027
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 or celebrating the artistry of Asian performers in NYC, uplifting community voices will reveal the resilience and creativity that shape our shared identity. At the 17th Annual NYC Asian American Student Conference, we hope to foster heartfelt connections across perspectives and experiences to create meaningful impact in our communities.

Democracy Under Pressure - Redrawing Power: The Supreme Court and the Future of Executive Authority
2026-04-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College, 47-49 East 65th Street, New York, NY, 10065
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 appeared willing to use this theory to justify the removal of a Federal Trade commissioner, potentially overturning a 90-year-old precedent.
Unitary executive theory has also been invoked alongside other arguments for executive expansion by Project 2025, the controversial set of initiatives that calls for rolling back key regulatory and civil rights protections, including workplace discrimination oversight and healthcare rights for transgender people.
This panel brings together leading scholars to explore what’s at stake: the future of federal agencies, the balance of powers, and the trajectory of American democracy.
This event is co-sponsored by the Public Policy Program, the Political Science Department at Hunter College, and the LGBTQ Policy Center. It is made possible in part by the generous support of the New York City Council and the CUNY LGBTQ Consortium.

Breathe the Sound – Shakuhachi Concert
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Czech Center Cinema, 321 E 73rd Street, New York, NY, 10021
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
2026-04-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Perelman Performing Arts Center, 241 Fulton Street, New York, NY, 10007
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 journeys so many people have taken to make NYC their home. Hosted by actor Arian Moayed with music from women-led samba reggae drumline marching band Fogo Azul.

Asian American Business Roundtable: Beyond the Algorithm: The Leadership Impact on AI
2026-04-21 08:30 - 17:30 | Accenture One Manhattan West, 395 9th Ave, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Discount enjoy $30 off your registration with code BEYOND26 at checkout by April 6!
Beyond the Algorithm: The Leadership Impact on AI
For over a decade, the Asian American Business Roundtable (AABR) has been the premier forum for leaders to navigate the complexities of a globalized economy. By harnessing the collective expertise of Asian American executives, AABR continues to elevate the influence and visibility of our community across the U.S. business landscape. This year, we apply that same strategic lens to the most transformative force of our time: Artificial Intelligence (AI).
As AI shifts from a technical frontier to a core business imperative, the focus is no longer only on what technology can do, but on how leaders ensure its ethical and strategic governance. AABR 2026 brings together the innovators who are defining these critical frameworks, moving beyond the algorithm to lead the high-stakes integration of responsible AI across global industry.
The Roundtable provides a platform to examine both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with this moment. Join us as we explore how leaders can drive innovation while ensuring ethical implementation, foster inclusive growth, and prepare the next generation of leadership in an AI-driven world.

Building Racial Equity: Foundations – Virtual
2026-04-21 11:00 - 17:30 | NY
Learn more about our ticket prices here: https://bit.ly/RFTicketInfo
In a moment unlike any we have faced as a global community, Race Forward believes that Racial Justice is more important than ever. In order to embed Racial Equity into all of our day to day operations as well as our responses in this moment we must continue to hold fast to a commitment that enables us to learn, grow and practice racial equity work together.
As the world continues to adapt to threats against democracy, we will continue to offer virtual learning spaces that center on normalizing, organizing, and operationalizing racial equity into our work at every intersection.
The Virtual Building Racial Equity series, developed by Race Forward: The Center for Racial Justice Innovation, is an interactive training for those who wish to sharpen their skills and strategies to address systemic racism and advance racial equity. Unlike “diversity trainings,” which primarily focus on interpersonal relations and understanding, these trainings emphasize how to challenge and change institutional racial inequities.
Building Racial Equity: Foundations is the first and “foundational” training of the series. Participants will build on and strengthen racial equity practices for themselves and their organizations and networks. This training will introduce participants to concepts, frames, and tools that are essential to a productive racial equity practice. Attending this training is required to participate in subsequent trainings.

Beyond gas prices: How the Middle East War is affecting Chinese Americans
2026-04-21 12:00 - 12:45 | NY
Global politics moves fast. The U.S.-Iran conflict has opened space for China to assert new diplomatic influence, and the ripple effects are already being felt in U.S.-China relations. What does this mean for Chinese Americans with cross‑border family, work, and community ties? Join us for a discussion with Thomas Krueger, Senior Policy Advisor on national security and international affairs at Akin Gump, moderated by Ben Wu, former U.S. Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce, on how these global shifts are shaping Chinese American communities and what it means to live “between two worlds” in 2026.On April 1, the Supreme Court will hear arguments that could redefine what it means to be a U.S. citizen. It is a battle Chinese Americans have fought before. In 1898, Wong Kim Ark sued for his right to reenter the United States after being denied because of his Chinese ancestry. His Supreme Court victory established birthright citizenship as we know it.

Asian Heritage Month: Embodied Grief: Transforming Loss in Times of Climate Change
2026-04-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Richard Harris Terrace, 199 Chamber Street, New York, NY, 10007, United States
Important Note on Attendance: As this is an intimate, movement-based circle designed to foster a supportive community space; capacity is strictly limited to 18 participants and pre-registration is required.
To preserve the healing environment for all participants, we ask for a commitment to the full duration of the workshop (12–3 p.m.). Late arrivals or early departures can be disruptive to the collective process, so please only register if your schedule allows you to be present for the entire session.
This guided workshop invites participants to acknowledge and move through grief held in the body, particularly grief connected to ecological loss and collective uncertainty. In a grounded and supportive space, participants are encouraged to breathe, move, and listen to what their bodies carry, allowing pain to be witnessed and gently transformed in community.
Rooted in care and embodiment, the session offers space to clarify what feels heavy, reconnect with inner calm, and experience grief not as something to suppress, but as a pathway toward healing and renewal.
Please register here to request your spot: Register Here
Once you submit the form, we will review the responses and reach out with final confirmation by April 17th.
See a complete list of Asian Heritage Month events.
Attend 2 or more Asian Heritage Month events for Co-Curricular Transcript (CCT) credit.
If you have any questions, contact one of the following:

Professor NaRhee Ahn, Co-Chair
naahn@bmcc.cuny.edu
Shahreen Laskar, Co-Chair
slaskar@bmcc.cuny.edu

The Incompatibilities Between Generative AI and Art
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Columbia University (Pulitzer Hall), 2950 Broadway, New York, NY, 10027
The Incompatibilities Between Generative AI and Art
A conversation with author Ted Chiang and Professor Denise Cruz, Columbia University

Michael Luo with Qian Julie Wang | Strangers in the Land: Exclusion, Belonging, and the Epic Story of the Chinese in America
2026-04-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), 455 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, 10016
Author and journalist Michael Luo sits down to discuss his lauded narrative history Strangers in the Land: Exclusion, Belonging, and the Epic Story of the Chinese in America with best-selling author and civil rights lawyer Qian Julie Wang.

Across Languages: New Voices in Korean Poetry
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:30 | The Korea Society, 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, NY, 10017
Across Languages: New Voices in Korean Poetry brings together acclaimed South Korean poets Lee Jenny, Yoo Heekyung, Oh Eun, and Shin Hae-uk with award-winning literary translators Archana Madhavan and Stine An, for a Korean–English bilingual reading and conversation to share the dynamism and innovations of language in Korean poetry culture. Through poetry and discussion, the speakers examine the cultural centrality of poetry in Korea and consider translation as a critical, creative practice that reshapes how literature circulates, sounds, and is felt across languages.
This program is presented in partnership with Ugly Duckling Presse and Zephyr Press.
