MOCA TALKS – The Legacy of Kuang Qizhao and the Chinese Educational Mission
MOCA cordially invites you to join us for a virtual discussion with scholars Sam Wong and Evelyn Wong, who will delve into the life and legacy of Kuang Qizhao. Kuang was the first Chinese person to write a Chinese-English dictionary and served as the official translator for the Chinese Educational Mission (CEM) in Hartford, Connecticut, ... Read more
47th Asian American International Film Festival
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
Author Talks on Policing and Immigrant Detention
Register our next Online Book Event on August 1: Join us for our next online book event with Matthew Guariglia (author of Police and the Empire City. Race and the Origins of Modern Policing in New York) and Ana Minian (author of In the Shadow of Liberty. The Invisible History of Immigrant Detention in the ... Read more
PMH-AANHPI: Mental Health Learning Workshops
The PMH-Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Learning Workshop is a mental health resilience training that provides information on the history of the AANHPI community in the U.S., how to identify signs of mental health decline, combat the stigma of mental illness, and access free or low-cost mental health services that are culturally relevant. This ... Read more
South Asians and Elections 2024: A Space for Learning, Community, and Action
A community-centered space that offers learning, analysis, and action steps, aligned around values of justice, inclusion, and solidarity for South Asian Americans interested in learning about key issues, taking action for policy change in 2024 elections, and building community.
One Down Community Town Hall: Mental Health
In this age of innovation and digital influence, many perspectives shape the notion of mental health — different cultures, the power of social media, and the accessibility of resources. Learn about the ways Filipino and Filipino-American communities perceive mental health, multidisciplinary approaches to creating ethical solutions, and how media plays a key role in driving ... Read more
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York
A Weekend of Races, Performances, and More! Whether its the exhilarating dragon boat race or the multicultural performances and cuisine, the festival has it all! All you need to do is show up and have fun! For over 30 years, our festival has evolved from its riverside roots to become one of the largest dragon ... Read more
Talk Too Much 2024: Navigating Fuzhou Identity
You know how the story goes: someone in your family — likely your father/mother, uncle/aunt, or grandfather/grandmother — crossed the Atlantic by boat. Then, they opened a take-out restaurant in a corner of this country. From the rural villages back in Fuzhou, they succeeded in carving out a space in America. But with success came ... Read more
Survivor Support Summit – Virtual Programs
A report by API Gender Based Violence states that 21%-55% of AAPI women experience sexual violence. How can we support those who have experienced sexual assault, violence, workplace harassment and gender-based harm? How can we create a culture of consent, respect and love for survivors? How can we end sexual violence altogether? Join us virtually ... Read more
Beijing Youth Orchestra
This Sunday matinee concert—presented as part of Carnegie Hall’s World Orchestra Week (WOW!)—features the Beijing Youth Orchestra, an ensemble newly created by China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA). Lü Jia, who has performed at Carnegie Hall as conductor of the renowned China NCPA Orchestra, leads this exceptional youth orchestra and the inimitable pipa virtuoso ... Read more
Civic Holidays in Action: Ideas and Best Practices for Your In-Person Celebrations!
A big election year deserves big Civic Holiday celebrations! Whether this is your first year celebrating the holidays or you’re a longtime partner, join us for our first collaborative training to discuss how you can build out creative and impactful in-person celebrations across all the holidays. There's no need to sign up for all the ... Read more
KATIE Live Performance
Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to experience rising international R&B and pop sensation KATIE in an intimate setting. The evening includes a reception, live performance, and Q&A session with the artist. KATIE, winner of the fourth season of the Korean TV show "K-pop Star," is making waves in the global music scene.