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Nets' Joe Tsai Among Leaders of $250M AAPI Anti-Discrimination Effort
Brooklyn Nets governor Joe Tsai is helping lead a $250 million effort to support organizations and causes specific to Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Tsai is on the board of The Asian American Foundation, which was "founded to solve for the longstanding lack of investment in AAPI communities—particularly as anti-AAPI hate and violence persist at alarming rates," the group announced Monday.
Asian American business leaders to combat anti-Asian discrimination with $250 million fund
Prominent business leaders launched a $250 million fund on Monday to fight anti-Asian discrimination and push for Asian American accomplishments to be more recognized in school curriculums.
White House and TAAF Hosted Meeting Yesterday on Hate Prevention with AAPI Faith Leaders in Advance of 9/11 Anniversary
The Asian American Foundation joined the White House Office of Public Engagement to host a meeting with AAPI faith leaders on hate prevention and racial equity in the lead up to the 20th anniversary of 9/11.
The Asian American Foundation launches with $125 million donation to AAPI causes
Actor and producer Daniel Dae Kim and Sonal Shah, president of The Asian American Foundation, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss the foundation's launch and its $125 million donation to AAPI causes.
Asian Business Leaders—Including Alibaba And Yahoo Founders—Launch Effort To Combat Discrimination
Some of the world’s most influential business leaders and corporations on Monday launched an ambitious philanthropic initiative aimed at supporting Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders as they tackle mounting attacks and harassment.
The Asian American Foundation launches with $125M commitment to benefit AAPI communities
The NBA is just one of the big names that has shown support in the organization
Asian American business leaders seek to fight discrimination
Asian American business leaders are launching a foundation to challenge discrimination through what they call the largest philanthropic commitment in history by Asian Americans geared to support members of their own community.
Lisa Ling, Naomi Osaka, Jeremy Lin, Kevin Durant, and More Help Launch The Asian American Foundation
A group of actors, musicians, athletes, politicians, advocates and executives are joining together to support the launch of The Asian American Foundation — "to try and change" the problem of misrepresentation "for good."
Asian American business leaders launch foundation to combat anti-Asian hate
The Asian American Foundation has committed $125 million among its board members to support the AAPI community over the next five years.
Exclusive: White House meets with The Asian American Foundation
President Biden, Vice President Harris and other White House officials met this afternoon with members of the The Asian American Foundation (TAAF), a newly formed philanthropic group aimed at fighting racism against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, Axios has learned.
Corporates step up to support Asian American causes
Following more than a year of rising anti-Asian sentiment, prominent business leaders and corporates are pooling millions to fight discrimination and to reverse economic and cultural exclusion.
The Asian American Foundation Hosted Powerful Launch Event, “Claiming Power: The Future of Asian Americans”
Event Celebrated Landmark Launch of TAAF and the Start of AAPI Heritage Month; Featured Remarks from TAAF Leadership and Former U.S. Presidents
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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.
