Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
Filmmaker Alvin Tsang will screen and discuss his documentary, Reunification, a personal tale of confronting the delicate images of a once intact family affected by immigration. Alvin examines the legacy of his family’s immigration to Los Angeles from Hong Kong through family photos, old videos and interviews. Synopsis: When his mother and two siblings first … Read more
A new White House policy will help reunite Filipino World War II veterans with family members in the Philippines stymied by 20-year immigration logjams. Source: New Policy Paves Way for WWII Filipino Veterans to Reunite with Family – NBC News
Presentations about Chinese New Yorkers’ lives and reflections on 9/11, co-sponsored by the Confucius Institute at Pace University and the Asian American / Asian Research Institute.
This event explored the evolving roles, needs, and aspirations of Chinatown’s residents through a series of expert-led workshops, culminating in a documentary montage that captures the community’s experiences and perspectives for broader public education.
In order to prevent frequent family tragedies, Asian American / Asian Research Institute, City University of New York invited Edward Ma, Psychotherapist to give a lecture on “Family Violence and Dialogue” on 12/13 Friday. Discussion was followed by participants including professors and students of CUNY, New York University, concerned professionals and parents. With 30 years … Read more