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APA Spotlight: Doris Truong, President, Asian American Journalists Association

APA Spotlight is a weekly interview of Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIA) community leaders. It is a spotlight on individuals who have dedicated their careers to issues surrounding the APIA community with the goal of bringing much deserved recognition to … Continue reading

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8Questions with Ken Gushi, Formula DRIFT Driver

Ken Gushi is more than just one of the nation’s top competitive drifters. An Okinawa native who was raised in Southern California, Ken is also became the youngest drivers in the Formula DRIFT championships by the time he turned 16. … Continue reading

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APA Spotlight: Ellen Somekawa, Executive Director, Asian Americans United

Ellen Somekawa is a third-generation Japanese American from Minneapolis. There she was an activist in the Asian American student movement, the anti-apartheid movement, the anti-nuclear movement and the movement against uranium mining and for indigenous land rights in the Black Hills. Continue reading

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Cinematographer Larry Fong Talks ‘Sucker Punch’

You may not know Larry Fong by name but you’ve probably seen much of his work as the cinematographer for 300, Watchmen, the highly anticipated Super 8 from JJ Abrams and now, Sucker Punch starring the likes of Emily Browning, … Continue reading

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The Working APA Actor: Kristina Wong

The Working APA Actor is a bi-monthly interview of Asian Pacific Islander American actors in the entertainment world, whether it be theater, film, television, or commercials. It is an inside look at these actors exploring their passion in their craft … Continue reading

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APA Spotlight: Curtis Chin, Board Member, Asian Pacific Americans for Progress

Curtis Chin is an award-winning writer and producer who has written for ABC, the Disney Channel, Nickelodeon and more. As a [Curtis Chin Blue] community activist, he co-founded the Asian American Writers Workshop and Asian Pacific Americans for Progress. He has appeared on MSNBC, CNN, NPR, Newsweek and other media outlet. Continue reading

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APA Spotlight: Tim Dang, Producing Artistic Director, East West Players

Tim has been artistic director of East West Players since 1993 and affiliated with the organization since 1980 in various capacities from actor to director to producer. Continue reading

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The Working APA Actor: Jennifer Jajeh

The Working APA Actor is a bi-monthly interview of Asian Pacific Islander American actors in the entertainment world, whether it be theater, film, television, or commercials. It is an inside look at these actors exploring their passion in their craft … Continue reading

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APA Spotlight: Harry Mok, Editor in Chief, Hyphen Magazine

APA Spotlight is a weekly interview of Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APAI) community leaders. It is a spotlight on individuals who have dedicated their careers to issues surrounding the APAI community with the goal of bringing much deserved recognition to their work and cause(s). Continue reading

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APA Spotlight: Stephen Gong, Executive Director, Center for Asian American Media

Stephen Gong is the Executive Director of the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM), a leading media and cultural non-profit organization located in San Francisco. Continue reading

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APA Spotlight: Karen Narasaki, President and Executive Director of the Asian American Justice Center

Karen K. Narasaki is the President and Executive Director of the Asian American Justice Center (AAJC), one of the nation’s leading voices advocating for the rights and interests of Asian Americans Continue reading

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APA Spotlight: Wayne Ho, Executive Director, Coalition for Asian American Children and Families

Wayne Ho is the executive director of the Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF). He is responsible for leading the nation’s only pan-Asian children’s advocacy organization by overseeing agency administration, program oversight, board relations, staff supervision, community partnerships, and fundraising to improve the health and well-being of Asian Pacific American children and families. Continue reading

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