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Fragility: A Game of Polyrhythms at Governor's Island

Asia Society Triennial artist Susie Ibarra performs Fragility: A Game of Polyrhythms at Governor's Island, July 2019. (Ellen Wallop/Asia Society)

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Asia Society Philippines launched a music video rendition of the song ‘You’ve Got To Be Carefully Taught’ with the participation of various Filipino Artists, and a campaign promoting a #StopAsianHate artwork by Elmer Borlongan.
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Michelle Zauner on the Insular Process of Writing 'Crying in H Mart'

The Japanese Breakfast front woman explains why writing her first memoir 'Crying in H Mart' was more difficult than producing her albums.
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Designer Phillip Lim Doesn't Want To 'Stay In His Lane'

In an interview with Asia Blog, Lim talks about using his platform to create change — and what more the fashion industry can be doing to fight anti-Asian hate.
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'Land of Big Numbers' Author Te-Ping Chen on Writing Her Way Through the Dark

The Wall Street Journal reporter talks to Asia Blog about her debut collection of short stories, which depict ordinary lives in China and of the Chinese diaspora.
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Book Excerpt: Charles Yu's 'Interior Chinatown'

Willis Wu longs to assume the role of Kung Fu Guy — but is it all it's cracked up to be?
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Asian American artist Kim Saira has used her background in design to participate in social justice movements on social media.

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Why Astronaut Leroy Chiao Sees Many Reasons for Optimism

The NASA astronaut spoke with Kevin Rudd in the fourth episode of Asia Society's interview series with Asian Americans.
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Learn about Larry Itliong, the Filipino-American labor leader who fought for the rights of agricultural workers.
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Virtual Book Club Q&A: Interior Chinatown Hosted by Charles Yu

Author Charles Yu answers questions about his novel 'Interior Chinatown' as part of a virtual book club.
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2021 Global Talent Diversity & Inclusion Symposium Lightning Round

A lightning round presentation of ideas between business professionals on topics like employee resource groups (ERG), allyship in leadership, and supporting emerging Asian Pacific American talent in the workforce.
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2020 Asian Corporate Survey — Key Findings and Themes

A conversation on key findings and takeaway themes with three of the 2020 Corporate Survey Awards judges.
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Kalpana Chawla
Online
Family Activity
 /  New York

Spotlight on Asian Pacific Americans: Kalpana Chawla

27 May 2021
4:30 - 5 p.m.
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The final installment of Spotlight on Asian Pacific Americans will feature Kalpana Chawla, Indian-American astronaut and the first woman of Asian origin to go to space.
Farooq Kathwari
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Discussion
 /  Texas

Trailblazer and Tycoon: Conversation on Success and Leadership With Ethan Allen's Chairman and CEO Farooq Kathwari

26 May 2021
7 - 8 p.m.
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Ethan Allen Chairman and CEO Farooq Kathwari discusses his career at the helm of one of the country's leading manufacturers and retailers of home furnishings, his leadership in civic and interfaith organizations, and more.
Musicians Jon Jang and Francis Wong
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Discussion
 /  New York

The Sounds of Struggle: The Music of Jon Jang and Francis Wong

25 May 2021
7 - 8:15 p.m.
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The Sounds of Struggle: The Music of Jon Jang and Francis Wong
In the midst of the Asian American social justice movements of the 1980s they chose music as their way to contribute to the fight for racial equity, which continues today.
The Name Jar
Online
Family Activity
 /  New York

'The Name Jar'

22 May 2021
10:30 - 11 a.m.
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Join Korean author and illustrator, Yangsook Choi as she reads her bestselling book, the Name Jar. A special art demonstration will be provided at the end of the reading so be sure to bring your sketch book, crayons and colored pencils!
'World as Family' by author Vishakha N. Desai
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World as Family: Vishakha N. Desai, Pico Iyer, and Kevin Rudd

21 May 2021
6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
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Asia Society President Emerita Vishakha N. Desai's compelling new memoir asks us to treat the world as family. Join us for the book launch with writer Pico Iyer and current Asia Society President Kevin Rudd.
Photo of author Charles Yu alongside the cover of Interior Chinatown.
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Meet the Author
 /  New York

[MEMBERS-ONLY EVENT] Virtual Book Club: Interior Chinatown Hosted by Charles Yu

Asia Society Triennial
20 May 2021
6:30 - 8 p.m.
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Gather online for discussion and a Q&A with Charles Yu, author of Interior Chinatown.

Stop Asian Hate | Filipino artists sing You’ve Got To Be Carefully Taught
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 /  Philippines

#StopAsianHate

Asia Society Philippines launched a music video rendition of the song ‘You’ve Got To Be Carefully Taught’ with the participation of various Filipino Artists, and a campaign promoting a #StopAsianHate artwork by Elmer Borlongan.
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Now in its 8th year, this initiative will recognize Asian Americans who are making a transformative impact on society.

Asian Pacific Americans Q&A Series

Japanese Breakfast by Peter Ash Lee

Michelle Zauner on the Insular Process of Writing 'Crying in H Mart'

The Japanese Breakfast front woman explains why writing her first memoir 'Crying in H Mart' was more difficult than producing her albums.
Phillip Lim

Designer Phillip Lim Doesn't Want To 'Stay In His Lane'

In an interview with Asia Blog, Lim talks about using his platform to create change — and what more the fashion industry can be doing to fight anti-Asian hate.
A crowd fills a crowded station in Beijing

'Land of Big Numbers' Author Te-Ping Chen on Writing Her Way Through the Dark

The Wall Street Journal reporter talks to Asia Blog about her debut collection of short stories, which depict ordinary lives in China and of the Chinese diaspora.
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Activist and Artist Kim Saira on Social Justice and Social Media

Asian American artist Kim Saira has used her background in design to participate in social justice movements on social media.
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Why Designer Prabal Gurung Doesn't Want To Just 'Stick to Fashion'

The Nepalese American immigrant is unafraid to use his platform to promote racial justice. "I have a right to voice my opinions and I do so through my work and activism."
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Sophia Li on Combating Anti-Asian Hate: ‘Our Fight Is Everyone’s Fight’

The journalist, filmmaker, and climate advocate calls for solidarity in overcoming systemic racism.
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'Never Have I Ever' Star Poorna Jagannathan on Saying No to Roles Portraying Indian Caricatures

The acclaimed actress discusses what attracted her to the role of Nalini Vishnakumar and why much more needs to be done in promoting gender equality.
Weijia Jiang

CBS News' Weijia Jiang on Newsroom Diversity, COVID-19 Racism, and Covering President Trump

The White House correspondent, who was recently subjected to a racially-tinged remark from President Trump at the White House, spoke to Asia Blog about why diversity in newsrooms has never been more urgent.