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The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Responds to False Statements about Dominic Ng, CEO of East West Bank
We condemn these comments that question the loyalty of a CEO of an American corporation and presidentially-appointed chair of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council.
In Community: March 2022 Newsletter
Starting with this newsletter, we will provide regular updates about our collective work and lift up inspiring community stories.
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Norman Chen, CEO, The Asian American Foundation: Creating a greater sense of belonging for all AAPIs
PND asked Chen about TAAF’s mission to address the historic lack of philanthropic investment in AAPI communities, TAAF’s Anti-Hate National Network and AAPI Action Centers, and key findings from the 2022 STAATUS Index.
Heejae Lim and Peng Zhao: We’re both immigrants. We know what it’s like to feel invisible.
How we can help underserved and overlooked Asian American and Pacific Islander students feel less invisible in the classroom and in everyday life.
TAAF CEO Releases Statement in Response to University of Pennsylvania Law Professor’s Anti-AAPI Commentary
Norman Chen, Chief Executive Officer of TAAF, released the following statement: “The recent comments made by University of Pennsylvania Law Professor Amy Wax are yet another glaring example of the insidious yet omnipresent prejudice AAPI communities face in our country."
TAAF Releases Statement and Rapid Response Toolkit in Advance of COVID-19 Origins Report From the White House
Anti-Hate Toolkit Launched to Protect AAPI Communities and Highlight Proactive Measures for Addressing Hate
TAAF and Sundance Institute Announce New Fellowship and Scholarship for AAPI Artists, Answering the Call for More Investments in AAPI-Driven Storytelling
The Sundance Institute | The Asian American Foundation Fellowship and Collab Scholarship aim to improve AAPI representation in the film and television industries over the long-term by cultivating AAPI talent and elevating their stories.
As Asian Hate Incidents Continue, Nearly $10 Million Flows to Groups Fighting the Attacks
A year after a sharp increase in hate crimes targeting Asian Americans — including an Atlanta-area shooting that left six Asian American women dead — a new foundation that prompted donors to pledge more than $1 billion has distributed nearly $10 million.
President Biden Announces Intent to Appoint Commissioners to the President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
President Biden announced the President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.
TAAF Announces Its Anti-Hate National Network, Including The Launch of AAPI Action Centers in Chicago, New York City, and Oakland
TAAF Also Unveils AAPI Emergency Relief Fund in Partnership with GoFundMe to Support Victims of Anti-AAPI Hate and Violence Across the Country
Advocacy Groups Launch Anti-Hate Network
TAAF announced the launch of a national anti-hate network Tuesday to provide better coordination and collaboration between organizations working to combat anti-Asian hate.
A Call to Action: Addressing the Historic Underfunding of AAPI Communities
Board Chairman Li Lu discusses how the philanthropic community can close gaps for on-the-ground organizations and contribute to a larger process of building infrastructure needed to support, protect, and celebrate the 23 million AAPIs living in the US.
Asian Americans in the News
Penn law dean starts process that could lead to sanctions on professor Amy Wax
The University of Pennsylvania’s law school dean Tuesday announced he would initiate a process that could lead to sanctions against long-time law professor Amy Wax for her racist comments.
New Jersey becomes second state to require Asian American history to be taught in schools
Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation on Tuesday that will make it mandatory for K-12 schools to include Asian American and Pacific Islander history in their curriculums starting on the 2022-2023 school year.
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announces the Asian American Hate Crimes Workgroup
Amid a national rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans, Governor Hogan announced the formation of a statewide workgroup to address this rise in anti-Asian activity, prevent acts of violence, and to support victims and witnesses.
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Inside the Diverse and Growing Asian Population in the U.S.
The number of people who identify as Asian in the United States nearly tripled in the past three decades, and Asians are now the fastest-growing of the nation’s four largest racial and ethnic groups, according to recently released census numbers.
Illinois becomes first state to mandate Asian American history in public schools
A watershed moment: Illinois becomes the first state to mandate Asian American history in public schools
Discrimination against Indian Americans happens more than you might think
A new survey reveals 1 in 2 Indian Americans experienced recent discrimination, often on the basis of skin color
Combatting Hate: Key Resources in the Federal Government
Racial equity is an immediate priority for the Biden-Harris Administration. President Biden is putting equity at the center of the agenda with a whole of government approach to advance racial justice across Federal agencies, policies, and programs.
