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Standing Against Racism Series

Asia Society Southern California launched a "Standing Against Racism" series in 2020 to raise awareness and combat the escalating violence and intolerance towards those of Asian descent and other communities of color.
From left to right: Bing Chen (Asia Society Southern California Board Member), Janet Yang (Academy Governor-at-Large and Executive Producer of The Joy Luck Club), Alice Mong (Asia Society Hong Kong Executive Director), Margaret Conley (Asia Society Northern California Executive Director), Rexille Uy (Asia Society Northern California Director of Programs)
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Asia Society at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival

Watch videos from Sundance panels featuring Daniel Dae Kim, Benedict Wong, Nina Yang Bongiovi, Janet Yang, and more.
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2020 Sundance Film Festival Panels

"Women hold up the half sky", moderated by Janet Yang, Academy Governor-at-Large and executive producer of The Joy Luck Club
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Nicolas Berggruen Renovating New Models for the U.S.-China Relationship

A talk on the positive nationalism as new approach to strategically manage the tensions between the U.S. and China through global cooperation on climate change and reciprocal trade agreements.
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Asia Briefing: Making Sense of the Turmoil in Hong Kong

A profound talk on the economic and political outlook for Hong Kong today, and beyond.
Weijian Shan ASSC
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Weijian Shan's Talk on his story of China and America

A powerful and successful story – told with a splash of humor, deep insight and rich and engaging detail.
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Daniel Russel's Talk on U.S.-China Relations in an Age of Transition

Understanding the new dynamics between the U.S., China, and the Asia-Pacific Region.
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L.A. Dodgers, Michael Chow, Maia and Alex Shibutani Among Honorees at Gala Dinner

Michael Chow, Goodwin Gaw, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Christie's were also recognized in an evening that featured a performance by Katherine Ho. Actress Tiffany Chu served as emcee.
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'Ash is Purest White' Screening and Conversation with Director Jia Zhangke

Asia Society Southern California's special screening of "Ash is Purest White," followed by a Q&A with Jia Zhangke, one of China's most critically acclaimed directors.
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Sundance Film Festival Panel: How Crazy Rich Asians Changes the Game for Asian Talent

A conversation that explores the profound change in landscape and what it portends for Asians in independent and studio films