Dr. Hyeouk Chris Hahm, professor and associate dean of research at Boston University’s School of Social Work, will be inducted into The American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare (AASWSW) on January 18, 2025, during the SSWR Conference in Seattle. The AASWSW honors scholars who advance excellence in social work and social welfare. Dr. […]

A Stanford study revealed that Filipino, Vietnamese, and Native Hawaiian children have higher rates of allergies. Currently, 6 million American children suffer from food allergies, with Asian Americans being particularly vulnerable. Asian American families face unique challenges in managing food allergies, including language barriers, cultural hesitance to seek medical advice, and difficulties navigating food-related cultural […]

The Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education Committee will review Senate Bill 5134 on Jan. 14, aiming to honor Chinese Americans’ contributions in Washington schools. The bill expands on a 2023 law designating January as Chinese American History Month and highlights the importance of teaching this history to promote civic awareness. The goal is to […]

Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman has made history as the first Black and Asian American coach to compete in a national championship game. With a 34-9 record as head coach over three years, Freeman has emphasized the importance of creating opportunities for all coaches. Proud of his Korean and African American heritage, he has […]

The second annual YouTube Creator Collective AAPI Gala celebrated the legacy of AAPI creators and their significant impact on the platform. Representing over 290 million subscribers, the creators honored both past and future generations. The AAPI creator community is known for its collaborative spirit, uplifting one another rather than competing. The event underscored the power […]

Thomas Lo, a Chinese Canadian and creative director at Hong Kong’s Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB), is creating opportunities for young Asian actors by producing English-language content for global audiences. His recent project, Cross My Mind, a TV drama filmed in both English and Cantonese, explores cultural differences through its protagonists—a Chinese American aspiring music producer […]

Disney is launching two festivals on January 17th: the EPCOT Festival of the Arts at Disney World and the Lunar New Year Festival at Disneyland Resort. At Disneyland, the Lunar New Year celebration features a variety of food booths at Disney California Adventure. The menus include new offerings such as Mini Char Siu Pork Shanks, […]

Shogun triumphed at the Golden Globes, winning Best TV Drama and earning acting accolades for its stars, marking a significant moment for Asian representation in Hollywood. Director Jon Chu also celebrated success with Wicked, sharing an inspiring message about resilience, while Ali Wong earned her second Golden Globe for her Netflix comedy special, Single Lady, […]

Aidan Kim, a 21-year-old singer born in Busan and raised in New Jersey, won the Open Verse competition, which celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) artists. His victory earned him a $10,000 prize and a deal with Empire Records. Kim’s musical journey began with reluctant piano lessons in childhood and evolved through uploading tracks […]

The mental health challenges faced by AANHPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander) youth have historically been overlooked, resulting in a lack of understanding and insufficient resources tailored to their unique needs. The Asian American Foundation’s study, Beyond the Surface: Understanding Mental Health Among AANHPI Youth, underscores the immense pressures these youth experience, particularly […]

In 2024, the AAPI community experienced an unprecedented year of firsts across various fields. Kamala Harris became the first Asian and Black woman to be named the Democratic presidential nominee, while Andy Kim made history as the first Korean American senator on the East Coast. South Korean author Han Kang became the first Asian woman […]

Former President Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, who passed away at the age of 100, is remembered by Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) for his historic contributions to their community. In 1979, Carter issued a proclamation designating May 4 as the start of Asian Pacific American Heritage Week—the first national […]