Tag: AAPI
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Conference at Capitol aims to connect AAPI Michiganders with lawmakers
There was dancing and music in Lansing Thursday morning for Asian American Pacific Islander Day at the Capitol. Full story: https://www.aol.com/news/conference-capitol-aims-connect-aapi-205534240.html
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Bayshore Mall to host Asian culture festival and AAPI celebration
A vibrant celebration of Asian cultures is coming to Wisconsin in a way the community has never seen before. The Wisconsin Chinese Chamber of Commerce, co-hosting alongside the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber … Full story: https://www.tmj4.com/asian-american-heritage/bayshore-mall-to-host-asian-culture-festival-and-aapi-celebration
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UCLA online textbook gives voice to Asian American, Pacific Islander history and cultures
A free, digital textbook overseen by the UCLA Asian American Studies Center aims to be a high-caliber guide to help high school and college educators nationwide teach more effectively about AAPI … Full story: https://www.kcra.com/article/ucla-online-textbook-asian-american-pacific-islander-history/71260764
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Milwaukee hosts first official AAPI Heritage Month celebration as community marks 150 years
Milwaukee held its first official Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration on Friday, May 1, an event organized by the city’s AAPI Employee Resource Group (ERG) and sponsored by … Full story: https://www.milwaukeeindependent.com/articles/milwaukee-hosts-first-official-aapi-heritage-month-celebration-community-marks-150-years/
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AAPI adults mostly think Trump harmed more than helped immigration: Poll
NORC poll found most Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders view Trump’s immigration policies negatively. Full story: https://san.com/media-miss/aapi-adults-mostly-think-trump-harmed-more-than-helped-immigration-poll/
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AAPI adults mostly think Trump has done more harm than good on immigration, new poll finds
Most Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders believe President Donald Trump has done more harm than good on the issue of immigration and border security in his second term so far, … Full story: https://www.aol.com/articles/aapi-adults-mostly-think-trump-020126106.html
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Senate urged to reject DHS funding after Minnesota killings
With a Friday deadline looming for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding, AAPI advocates are pressing lawmakers to withhold billions from immigration enforcement. In an exclusive interview … Full story: https://sg.news.yahoo.com/interview-senate-urged-reject-dhs-165229407.html
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Avalanche Team Up with Local Artist to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the Avalanche collaborated with artist Nalye Lor to create a jersey that celebrates AAPI heritage with the theme of the Year of … Full story: https://www.nhl.com/avalanche/news/avalanche-team-up-with-local-artist-to-celebrate-aapi-heritage-month
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Sacramento’s Hmong American community reflects on half a century in the U.S.
For AAPI Heritage Month, CBS Sacramento is taking a closer look at the sacrifices and contributions made by Hmong Americans. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/sacramentos-hmong-american-community-reflects-001424224.html
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Community leaders spearhead West Bend’s inaugural Global Fest celebrating AAPI cultures
Washington County’s first-ever Global Fest will celebrate AAPI heritage through food, music and art on June 28-29, bringing diverse cultural experiences to West Bend residents. Full story: https://www.tmj4.com/asian-american-heritage/community-leaders-spearhead-west-bends-inaugural-global-fest-celebrating-aapi-cultures
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Gaskin: Reflecting on history amid AAPI Heritage Month
May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a perfect time to reflect on the diverse experiences of various Asian American communities. Full story: https://www.bostonherald.com/2025/05/17/gaskin-reflecting-on-history-amid-aapi-heritage-month/
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Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month: Sheboygan’s Bookworm Gardens honors Hmong culture with new exhibit
Bookworm Gardens in Sheboygan is launching a new exhibit celebrating Hmong culture with the book “A Map Into the World,” coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Hmong refugees in the U.S. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/celebrating-aapi-heritage-month-sheboygans-233337931.html
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AAPI Heritage Month Celebration: Community and Culture Unite
Heritage Month Celebration, hosted by the Wisconsin Chinese Chamber of Commerce (WCCC) and Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC) ! Full story: https://www.tmj4.com/shows/whats-brewing-wisconsin/aapi-heritage-month-celebration-community-and-culture-unite
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Ramsey County Honors AAPI and American Indian Heritage with a Rich May Events Calendar
May in Ramsey County features AAPI and American Indian heritage events and a range of family-friendly activities. Full story: https://hoodline.com/2025/05/ramsey-county-honors-aapi-and-american-indian-heritage-with-a-rich-may-events-calendar/
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Hmong music brings language to life in Fox Valley schools for AAPI Heritage Month
Neng Thao is traveling to area schools to perform and teach about musical surrogate languages, using instruments to “speak” Hmong. Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/education/hmong-music-brings-language-to-life-in-fox-valley-schools-for-aapi-heritage-month