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Unity in Diversity

"Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization."

— Mahatma Gandhi, 1925


Who We Are

Asia Society Texas is rooted in the educational and cultural development of our community — trusting in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build understanding. We are dedicated to being a welcoming space that opens our doors to friendships and provides a place of belonging.

What We Believe

We believe in the strength and beauty of diverse perspectives and people. As an institution dedicated to fostering cross-cultural understanding and building a more inclusive and equitable society, we stand in solidarity with all people threatened by racism and violence.


 

Long-Term Bold Initiative

  • Education Project Water Garden Terrace Rendering

    Education Project: Online Learning Platform and Onsite Exhibition

    K–12 students and educators are a priority for Asia Society Texas Center. Learn about our new, bold Education Project comprised of two initiatives, an Online Learning Platform and an Onsite Exhibition.

Exhibition on View

  • Making Home artists

    Making Home: Artists and Immigration

    05 Feb 2022 - 03 Jul 2022
    Through the works of artists Phung Huynh, Beili Liu, Tuan Andrew Nguyen, and Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya, 'Making Home: Artists and Immigration' centers the complexities of deeply personal histories of immigration.

Upcoming Programs

Houston's Asian American Journeys

Houston's Asian American Journeys Gordon Quan

Houston's Asian American Journeys: Gordon Quan

An immigration lawyer and longtime public and civic servant, Gordon Quan shares his deep love for Houston, whose multiculturalism creates opportunities for acceptance across diverse communities, and reflects on the development of Chinatown.
Houston's Asian American Journeys Mandy Kao

Houston's Asian American Journeys: Mandy Kao

A global citizen at heart, real estate investor and philanthropist Mandy Kao reflects on Houston as a "prophetic city" and how she shares her father's legacy of giving back.
Houston's Asian American Journeys John Tran

Houston's Asian American Journeys: John Tran

A native Houstonian, medical student John Tran shares how he has found comfort in the region's large Vietnamese community, as well as inspiration both in the diversity that lies beyond and in his own family.
Houston's Asian American Journeys Robin Wong

Houston's Asian American Journeys: Robin Wong

One of the three restaurateurs behind Blood Bros. BBQ, Robin Wong reflects on the unintentional creation of a nationally acclaimed Asian barbecue fusion restaurant and the responsibility that emerges with being a public figure.
Houston's Asian American Journeys Dr. Sujeeta Menon

Houston's Asian American Journeys: Dr. Sujeeta Menon

A Singaporean native, Dr. Sujeeta Menon shares how she has embraced the Southern hospitality and strength of Houston's global community after arriving to pursue her Ph.D. in Social Work at the University of Houston.
Houston's Asian American Journeys Ashton Kao

Houston's Asian American Journeys: Ashton Kao

Meet Ashton Kao, a first-generation Asian American and member of his school's first ice hockey team who is already an innovative philanthropist giving back to the Houston community.

Youth Programs

ExploreAsia Art and Social Justice

2021 ExploreAsia: Culture Camp for Teens

21 Jun 2021
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
ART AND SOCIAL JUSTICE: Teen voices are powerful forces for social change. In this camp for teens, learn about various cultures and social justice issues to help develop artistic tools to be in conversation with what you see in the world.
2021 YLI Social Justice and Civic Engagement

2021 Young Leaders Institute: Social Justice and Civic Engagement

26 Jul 2021
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Designed to prepare high school students for leadership roles in an increasingly interconnected world, this session will explore social and systemic inequities in Houston and across the country, and the importance of civic engagement.

On-Demand Programs

WLS Black and Asian Solidarity

Sixth Year of Bank of America Women’s Leadership Series Opens with Stirring Discussion on Black and Asian Solidarity

Asia Society Texas Center launched its sixth year of the Bank of America Women's Leadership Series with an inspiring discussion with author and activist Helen Zia and Prairie View A&M University president Ruth Simmons.
Anti-Asian Racism in the Time of Coronavirus

SFSU's Russell Jeung Calls for Community, Compassion in Countering Anti-Asian Racism

Russell Jeung, chair and professor of Asian American Studies at San Francisco State University, spoke on the increasing number of racialized incidents, in correlation with the COVID-19 pandemic, directed toward Asians and Asian Americans.
Webcast COVID Impact on AAPI

Authors of Report on Asian Americans Affected by COVID-19 Discuss Need for Disaggregated Data, Targeted Policies

In conversation with the Kinder Institute's Dr. Stephen Klineberg, report co-authors Elaine Dang and Harrison Lung shared their findings on COVID-19's varying impacts on the broader AAPI community.

Educator Resources

Connect to Houston Gee Family

Connect to Houston: Sharing the Stories of Asian Americans in Houston

Find a curriculum toolkit featuring the stories of Houston's Asian American community, developed in collaboration with the Houston Asian American Archive. This toolkit presents interviews and stories of the Gee family.
Roy Takeno by Ansel Adams

Around the World: Uplifting the Voices of Asian Americans

In this digest of educational resources and partner organizations, find articles, essays, and more to bring and uplift the voices of Asian Americans in schools, classrooms, and at home.
AAJC Voting Rights Act

Around the World: Classroom Fact Sheets, Resources on Asian American Civic Rights

In this digest of educational resources and partner organizations, find 10 TED Talks about race in America, state-specific fact sheets on AAPI demographics and voting, a timeline of voting rights for Asian Americans, and more.

Rapid Response Resource

The Asian American Foundation Rapid Response Toolkit was created as a landing place for AAPI communities and allies to mobilize across nonprofits, media outlets, and advocacy and public safety groups.

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