Press Releases & Statements
Aug 24, 2023
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TAAF
TAAF Joins WHIAANHPI and NSF to Improve Access to Federal Grants and Resources for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities
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Aug 24, 2023
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TAAF
TAAF Joins WHIAANHPI and NSF to Improve Access to Federal Grants and Resources for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities
Jun 29, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Response to Supreme Court’s Decision to Strike Down Affirmative Action
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Jun 29, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Response to Supreme Court’s Decision to Strike Down Affirmative Action
Jun 6, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support for Julie Su
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Jun 6, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support for Julie Su
May 20, 2023
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TAAF
TAAF Statement on the two-year anniversary of the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act
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May 20, 2023
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TAAF
TAAF Statement on the two-year anniversary of the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act
May 5, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation, Robin Hood Foundation, Surdna Foundation, New York Women’s Foundation, Bank of America, and the City of New York Commit Upwards of $35 Million to AAPI New Yorkers to Bolster Public Safety and Small Businesses
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May 5, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation, Robin Hood Foundation, Surdna Foundation, New York Women’s Foundation, Bank of America, and the City of New York Commit Upwards of $35 Million to AAPI New Yorkers to Bolster Public Safety and Small Businesses
May 3, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation Announces First Year Success of Its $1.1 Billion AAPI Giving Challenge and Commits $65M Over Five Years Through Launch of New Portfolio Strategy
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May 3, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation Announces First Year Success of Its $1.1 Billion AAPI Giving Challenge and Commits $65M Over Five Years Through Launch of New Portfolio Strategy
May 2, 2023
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TAAF
Annual Survey Reveals 1 in 2 Asian Americans Feel Unsafe; Nearly 80% Do Not Fully Feel They Belong and Are Accepted in the U.S.
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May 2, 2023
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TAAF
Annual Survey Reveals 1 in 2 Asian Americans Feel Unsafe; Nearly 80% Do Not Fully Feel They Belong and Are Accepted in the U.S.
Apr 25, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support for Julie Su following Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions markup
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Apr 25, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support for Julie Su following Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions markup
Mar 11, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Responds to False Statements about Dominic Ng, CEO of East West Bank
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Mar 11, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Responds to False Statements about Dominic Ng, CEO of East West Bank
Mar 1, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support of Race-Conscious Admissions
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Mar 1, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support of Race-Conscious Admissions
Feb 28, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support for the Nomination of Julie Su for Labor Secretary
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Feb 28, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement of Support for the Nomination of Julie Su for Labor Secretary
Feb 8, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Responds to President Biden’s State of the Union
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Feb 8, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Responds to President Biden’s State of the Union
Jan 18, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement on the Release of WHIAANHPI Report to Promote Equity, Justice and Opportunity for AANHPI Communities
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Jan 18, 2023
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) Statement on the Release of WHIAANHPI Report to Promote Equity, Justice and Opportunity for AANHPI Communities
Jan 17, 2023
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TAAF
Sunrise House presented by Daniel Dae Kim’s 3AD, Gold House, and TAAF Announces Programming at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival
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Jan 17, 2023
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TAAF
Sunrise House presented by Daniel Dae Kim’s 3AD, Gold House, and TAAF Announces Programming at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival
Jan 6, 2023
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TAAF
Daniel Dae Kim’s 3AD, Gold House, and TAAF Debut Sunrise House, the Official AAPI House at the Sundance Film Festival
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Jan 6, 2023
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TAAF
Daniel Dae Kim’s 3AD, Gold House, and TAAF Debut Sunrise House, the Official AAPI House at the Sundance Film Festival
Dec 6, 2022
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Jeremy Lin Foundation & TAAF Announce Stronger Together Collaborative in NYC Focused on AAPI Youth Solidarity & Empowerment
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Dec 6, 2022
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Jeremy Lin Foundation & TAAF Announce Stronger Together Collaborative in NYC Focused on AAPI Youth Solidarity & Empowerment
Aug 3, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF and Sundance Institute Announce New Fellowship and Scholarship for AAPI Artists, Answering the Call for More Investments in AAPI-Driven Storytelling
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Aug 3, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF and Sundance Institute Announce New Fellowship and Scholarship for AAPI Artists, Answering the Call for More Investments in AAPI-Driven Storytelling
May 25, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF’s First-Ever “Heritage Heroes” Special To Stream on Hulu In Honor of AAPI Heritage Month
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May 25, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF’s First-Ever “Heritage Heroes” Special To Stream on Hulu In Honor of AAPI Heritage Month
May 19, 2022
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TAAF
At Inaugural Partner Summit, TAAF Previewed its Upcoming Film “Heritage Heroes” featuring AAPI Stories from across the Country
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May 19, 2022
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TAAF
At Inaugural Partner Summit, TAAF Previewed its Upcoming Film “Heritage Heroes” featuring AAPI Stories from across the Country
Mar 15, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF Releases Statement in Response to Woman in NYC Punched 125 Times
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Mar 15, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF Releases Statement in Response to Woman in NYC Punched 125 Times
Jan 18, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement in Response to Murder of Michelle Go in New York City Subway Station
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Jan 18, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement in Response to Murder of Michelle Go in New York City Subway Station
Jan 10, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement in Response to University of Pennsylvania Law Professor’s Anti-AAPI Commentary
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Jan 10, 2022
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement in Response to University of Pennsylvania Law Professor’s Anti-AAPI Commentary
Dec 20, 2021
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The White House
President Biden Announces Intent to Appoint Commissioners to the President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
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Dec 20, 2021
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The White House
President Biden Announces Intent to Appoint Commissioners to the President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
Dec 20, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement on Appointment of TAAF Founding President and Advisory Council Members to President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
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Dec 20, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement on Appointment of TAAF Founding President and Advisory Council Members to President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
Dec 9, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement on Official Launch of White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
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Dec 9, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF CEO Releases Statement on Official Launch of White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
Nov 19, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Co-Hosted Reception with CASL to Celebrate Chicago AAPI Action Center & Recognize Advocates for Local AAPI Communities
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Nov 19, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Co-Hosted Reception with CASL to Celebrate Chicago AAPI Action Center & Recognize Advocates for Local AAPI Communities
Nov 15, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Welcomes LAAUNCH Co-Founder Norman Chen as Chief Executive Officer
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Nov 15, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Welcomes LAAUNCH Co-Founder Norman Chen as Chief Executive Officer
Sep 28, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Announces Its Anti-Hate National Network, Including The Launch of AAPI Action Centers in Chicago, New York City, and Oakland
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Sep 28, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Announces Its Anti-Hate National Network, Including The Launch of AAPI Action Centers in Chicago, New York City, and Oakland
Sep 9, 2021
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The White House
Readout of White House Roundtable Meeting with AA and NHPI Faith Leaders
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Sep 9, 2021
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The White House
Readout of White House Roundtable Meeting with AA and NHPI Faith Leaders
Sep 9, 2021
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TAAF
White House and TAAF Hosted Meeting Yesterday on Hate Prevention with AAPI Faith Leaders in Advance of 9/11 Anniversary
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Sep 9, 2021
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TAAF
White House and TAAF Hosted Meeting Yesterday on Hate Prevention with AAPI Faith Leaders in Advance of 9/11 Anniversary
Aug 24, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Releases Statement and Rapid Response Toolkit in Advance of COVID-19 Origins Report From the White House
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Aug 24, 2021
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TAAF
TAAF Releases Statement and Rapid Response Toolkit in Advance of COVID-19 Origins Report From the White House
May 20, 2021
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation Announces Historic Commitment of Over $1 Billion For AAPI Communities
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May 20, 2021
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TAAF
The Asian American Foundation Announces Historic Commitment of Over $1 Billion For AAPI Communities
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Unlocking capital and enhancing visibility and support for AAPI organizations
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Sep 18, 2023
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Philanthropy News Digest
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Unlocking capital and enhancing visibility and support for AAPI organizations
Sep 18, 2023
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Philanthropy News Digest
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For Asian American Actors, Playing a Hot Mess Is Liberating
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Jul 6, 2023
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New York Times
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For Asian American Actors, Playing a Hot Mess Is Liberating
Jul 6, 2023
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New York Times

Banning foreign ownership of land doesn't protect US. It just scapegoats Asian Americans.
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Jul 4, 2023
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USA Today

Banning foreign ownership of land doesn't protect US. It just scapegoats Asian Americans.
Jul 4, 2023
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USA Today

How a new organization is transforming the narrative on AAPI stories, data, and community
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May 24, 2023
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Ford Foundation

How a new organization is transforming the narrative on AAPI stories, data, and community
May 24, 2023
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Ford Foundation

To Honor Their Contributions, Let’s Stand Up For Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, And Pacific Islanders
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May 23, 2023
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Forbes

To Honor Their Contributions, Let’s Stand Up For Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, And Pacific Islanders
May 23, 2023
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Forbes

Leading Social Justice Organizations Announce Community Conversation Initiative
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May 21, 2023
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ADL

Leading Social Justice Organizations Announce Community Conversation Initiative
May 21, 2023
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ADL

The State Of AAPI Representation and Creativity In Advertising
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May 18, 2023
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Ad Age

The State Of AAPI Representation and Creativity In Advertising
May 18, 2023
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Ad Age

The movement to teach AAPI history in public schools is growing—here’s the impact, from educators to students
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May 11, 2023
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CNBC

The movement to teach AAPI history in public schools is growing—here’s the impact, from educators to students
May 11, 2023
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CNBC

44% of Americans can’t name a famous living Asian American
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May 3, 2023
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NBC Asian America

44% of Americans can’t name a famous living Asian American
May 3, 2023
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NBC Asian America
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Michelle Yeoh, Simu Liu, Daniel Dae Kim to Headline TAAF Heritage Month Summit and Celebration
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May 2, 2023
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Hollywood Reporter
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Michelle Yeoh, Simu Liu, Daniel Dae Kim to Headline TAAF Heritage Month Summit and Celebration
May 2, 2023
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Hollywood Reporter
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Two years after the Atlanta spa shootings, AAPI community continues fight to stop hate
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Mar 16, 2023
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TODAY
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Two years after the Atlanta spa shootings, AAPI community continues fight to stop hate
Mar 16, 2023
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TODAY
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Asian Americans to rally nationwide 2 years after deadly Atlanta shooting
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Mar 16, 2023
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ABC News
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Asian Americans to rally nationwide 2 years after deadly Atlanta shooting
Mar 16, 2023
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ABC News

Monterey Park mass shooting breaks promise of Lunar New Year for Asian Americans
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Jan 23, 2023
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TODAY

Monterey Park mass shooting breaks promise of Lunar New Year for Asian Americans
Jan 23, 2023
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TODAY

‘KPOP’ Composer Helen Park, Star John Yi on Musical’s Representational Impact and Broadway’s AAPI Inclusion
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Dec 13, 2022
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Hollywood Reporter

‘KPOP’ Composer Helen Park, Star John Yi on Musical’s Representational Impact and Broadway’s AAPI Inclusion
Dec 13, 2022
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Hollywood Reporter
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As Gen Z Asian Americans come of age, the vast majority feel they don’t belong
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Aug 22, 2022
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The Guardian
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As Gen Z Asian Americans come of age, the vast majority feel they don’t belong
Aug 22, 2022
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The Guardian

Sundance Institute Partners With The Asian American Foundation On New Fellowship And Scholarship For AAPI Artists
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Aug 3, 2022
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Deadline

Sundance Institute Partners With The Asian American Foundation On New Fellowship And Scholarship For AAPI Artists
Aug 3, 2022
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Deadline

Heejae Lim and Peng Zhao: We’re both immigrants. We know what it’s like to feel invisible
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May 22, 2022
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Chicago Tribune

Heejae Lim and Peng Zhao: We’re both immigrants. We know what it’s like to feel invisible
May 22, 2022
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Chicago Tribune

Decoding Hate A window into the personal experiences of hate incidents during COVID-19
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May 13, 2022
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Twitter

Decoding Hate A window into the personal experiences of hate incidents during COVID-19
May 13, 2022
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Twitter

A Call to Action: Addressing the Historic Underfunding of AAPI Communities
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May 13, 2022
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Asian American Policy Review

A Call to Action: Addressing the Historic Underfunding of AAPI Communities
May 13, 2022
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Asian American Policy Review
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Survey Shows 1 in 5 Americans 'Partly' Blame Asian Americans for COVID
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May 5, 2022
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Newsweek
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Survey Shows 1 in 5 Americans 'Partly' Blame Asian Americans for COVID
May 5, 2022
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Newsweek
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Norman Chen, CEO, The Asian American Foundation: Creating a greater sense of belonging for all AAPIs
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May 4, 2022
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Philanthropy News Digest
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Norman Chen, CEO, The Asian American Foundation: Creating a greater sense of belonging for all AAPIs
May 4, 2022
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Philanthropy News Digest

3 Things We Learned From Teen Vogue’s Town Hall On The State of AAPI Women
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Mar 25, 2022
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Teen Vogue

3 Things We Learned From Teen Vogue’s Town Hall On The State of AAPI Women
Mar 25, 2022
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Teen Vogue

Our educational shortcomings drive anti-AAPI sentiment
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Mar 22, 2022
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CNN

Our educational shortcomings drive anti-AAPI sentiment
Mar 22, 2022
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CNN

As Asian Hate Incidents Continue, Nearly $10 Million Flows to Groups Fighting the Attacks
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Mar 15, 2022
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

As Asian Hate Incidents Continue, Nearly $10 Million Flows to Groups Fighting the Attacks
Mar 15, 2022
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Sesame Street debuts first Asian American muppet Ji-Young
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Nov 15, 2021
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Entertainment Weekly

Sesame Street debuts first Asian American muppet Ji-Young
Nov 15, 2021
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Entertainment Weekly

The Asian American Foundation builds national advocacy network to fight anti-Asian hate
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Sep 28, 2021
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Axios

The Asian American Foundation builds national advocacy network to fight anti-Asian hate
Sep 28, 2021
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Axios

Advocacy Groups Launch Anti-Hate Network
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Sep 28, 2021
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AsAmNews

Advocacy Groups Launch Anti-Hate Network
Sep 28, 2021
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AsAmNews

Advocacy group launches national network to combat anti-Asian hate
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Sep 28, 2021
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The Washington Post

Advocacy group launches national network to combat anti-Asian hate
Sep 28, 2021
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The Washington Post

Inside Philanthropy Article: How the Asian American Foundation Secured $1.1 Billion for AAPI Organizations
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Aug 24, 2021
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Inside Philanthropy Article: How the Asian American Foundation Secured $1.1 Billion for AAPI Organizations
Aug 24, 2021
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Erika Moritsugu, Biden’s new liaison to Asian Americans, fights for influence in the White House
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Jun 11, 2021
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Washington Post

Erika Moritsugu, Biden’s new liaison to Asian Americans, fights for influence in the White House
Jun 11, 2021
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Washington Post

Readout of White House Meeting with Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Leaders
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May 21, 2021
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The White House

Readout of White House Meeting with Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Leaders
May 21, 2021
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The White House

Naomi Osaka teams up with Sweetgreen as 1st athlete ambassador, youngest investor
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May 6, 2021
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Good Morning America

Naomi Osaka teams up with Sweetgreen as 1st athlete ambassador, youngest investor
May 6, 2021
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Good Morning America

Asian-American Business Leaders Fund Effort to Fight Discrimination
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May 3, 2021
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New York Times

Asian-American Business Leaders Fund Effort to Fight Discrimination
May 3, 2021
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New York Times
Newsletters

In Community: May 2023 Newsletter #2
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Jun 1, 2023
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TAAF

In Community: May 2023 Newsletter #2
Jun 1, 2023
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TAAF

In Community: May 2023 Newsletter #1
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May 4, 2023
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TAAF

In Community: May 2023 Newsletter #1
May 4, 2023
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TAAF

In Community: March 2023 Newsletter
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Mar 17, 2023
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TAAF

In Community: March 2023 Newsletter
Mar 17, 2023
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TAAF

In Community: November 2022 Newsletter
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Nov 1, 2022
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TAAF

In Community: November 2022 Newsletter
Nov 1, 2022
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TAAF

In Community: August 2022 Newsletter
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Aug 1, 2022
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TAAF

In Community: August 2022 Newsletter
Aug 1, 2022
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TAAF