Around the World: Stories from Frontline Nurses in the Philippines, Daniel Dae Kim on Making Hollywood More Diverse, and More
Monday, April 20, 2020
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Each week, we'll share a variety of videos, articles, webcasts, and more from around the web — all curated by Asia Society Texas Center staff to reflect the broad interests and goals of our mission. On Mondays, explore Business and Policy topics through a selection of videos, podcasts, and articles.
Webcast: Coronavirus: India's Challenge and Response
ASIA SOCIETY POLICY INSTITUTE, April 21, 2020 — The Indian government has taken some of the most drastic measures in the world to combat the spread of COVID-19 within the country. The government closed down India's borders, evacuated its citizens from epicenters around the world, and implemented a three-week national lockdown — the largest lockdown in the world. To discuss the government's coronavirus response and the challenges ahead, the Asia Society Policy Institute is honored to host a discussion with India's Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sadndhu.
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Article: The Philippines is Sending its Nurses to the Frontlines Unprotected. Now Medics are Dying, Others Risk Spreading the Virus
ASIA 21, April 4, 2020 — Asia 21 Young Leader Xyza Cruz Bacani reports on the unsafe working conditions for frontline nurses spearheading the Philippines' fight against COVID-19.
Podcast: Asia In-Depth: Daniel Dae Kim on Making Hollywood More Diverse — From Behind the Camera
January 16, 2020 — Hollywood has been going through a transformation fueled by social media movements, streaming services, and an increasingly diverse audience. Producer Janet Yang and actor and producer Daniel Dae Kim are among the fiercest activists within Hollywood, known for pushing boundaries and holding their own directors and employers to account. Kim and Yang discuss their work promoting fresh storytelling with diversity at its center — not only for Asians and Asian Americans, but for women, people with disabilities, and many others.
Video: Pathways to Happiness: A New Approach to Positive Health and Longevity
HONG KONG, December 12, 2018 — During this luncheon dialogue, Laura Kubzansky, Lee Kum Kee professor of social and behavioral sciences; K. "Vish" Viswanath, Lee Kum Kee professor of health communication; and Ronnie C. Chan, chairman of Hang Lung Group Ltd. explored the psychological factors and social conditions that help people maintain good health.
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