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The Defiant Optimist: Reinventing Finance to Fight Global Inequality

NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 — Impact Investment Exchange CEO and Founder Durreen Shahnaz speaks about her book The Defiant Optimist, which offers strategies for investing in those who lack access to influential networks and opportunities. Sue Suh, former chief people officer at Time, moderated the conversation. (1 hr., 10 min.)

India's Foreign Policy in 2025: Navigating a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape
Policy
 /  New York

India's Foreign Policy in 2025: Navigating a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape

Farwa Aamer, Akshay Mathur, Nirupama Rao, and James Crabtree explore the Modi government's strategy for managing international relations, regional dynamics, and upcoming geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges.
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Former U.S. Climate Envoy Todd Stern on the Paris Agreement and the Future of Climate Progress
Policy
 /  New York

Former U.S. Climate Envoy Todd Stern on the Paris Agreement and the Future of Climate Progress

Todd Stern, Li Shuo, and Lili Pike explore the lessons learned from historic agreement and examine what lies ahead for multilateral climate negotiations.
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Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo "Shōgun" Co-Creators Honored as Asia Entertainment Game Changers
Arts
 /  Southern California

Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo, "Shōgun" Co-Creators Honored as Asia Entertainment Game Changers

Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo, co-creators of the record-breaking 18 Emmy Award-winning series Shōgun accept the Asia Entertainment Game Changer Award.
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Crafting Connections: Uniting Artisans, Innovators, and Supporters for the Future of Japanese Crafts
Arts
 /  Japan

Crafting Connections: Uniting Artisans, Innovators, and Supporters for the Future of Japanese Crafts

Tomoko Iwaseki shares her mission to preserve Japanese craftsmanship through initiatives like Japan Craft Week and the First Patronage Program.
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A Giving Tuesday Message from Dr. Kyung-wha Kang

A Giving Tuesday Message from Dr. Kyung-wha Kang

A Giving Tuesday Message from Dr. Kyung-wha Kang.
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Juju Chang of ABC News on AAPI Representation and Breaking Down Stereotypes
Current Affairs
 /  New York

Juju Chang of ABC News on AAPI Representation and Breaking Down Stereotypes

The television journalist shares how her heritage has shaped her career.
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Ida Liu, Global Head of Citi Private Bank, on Celebrating Asian Achievement and Representation
Business
 /  New York

Ida Liu, Global Head of Citi Private Bank, on Celebrating Asian Achievement and Representation

The banking executive shares her thoughts about the importance of the Asia Game Changer Awards.
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Janet Yang, President of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Discusses Asian Representation
Arts
 /  New York

Janet Yang, President of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Discusses Asian Representation

The award-winning producer shares her thoughts on the importance of telling stories that connect Asian and Western cultures.
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Raj Rao of GIP and BlackRock on Asian Representation at the 2024 Asia Game Changer Awards
Business
 /  New York

Raj Rao of GIP and BlackRock on Asian Representation at the 2024 Asia Game Changer Awards

The GIP founding partner shares insights on the importance of recognizing the impact of Asian Americans.
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Stephanie Hsu on Her Heritage and Personal Journey at the 2024 Asia Game Changer Awards
Arts
 /  New York

Stephanie Hsu on Her Heritage and Personal Journey at the 2024 Asia Game Changer Awards

The Oscar®-nominated actor shares her personal journey and how her background influenced her career.
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Bang Si-Hyuk of HYBE and BTS Accepts 2024 Asia Game Changer Award
Arts
 /  New York

Bang Si-Hyuk of HYBE and BTS Accepts 2024 Asia Game Changer Award

The record executive and HYBE chairman is honored at Asia Society’s 11th Asia Game Changer Awards.
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Academy Award Winners, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin on Their Asian Heritage and Journey
Arts
 /  New York

Academy Award Winners, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin on Their Asian Heritage and Journey

The award-winning husband and wife filmmaking team share their thoughts about the importance of multiculturalism.
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