News by subject: ASI

Sickle cell disease (SCD) and thalassemia are severe inherited blood disorders, often referred to as "hemoglobinopathies." They predominantly affect the Black and Asian ethnic minority populations in England. To ensure good standards and equitable...

Having drawn over 2 million people on their world tour across 62 dates in 2019, performed at The 62nd GRAMMY® Awards in January as the first Korean act in the award show's history and continues to stay at No. 1 on Billboard's Social 50 chart for 152...

There have been several improvements across the safety domain of industries and...

Jamie Leigh Klingler, the co-founder of Smith Rosen Gaming Partitions, a small Nevada company that manufactures UVC Slot Machine Partitions, is now starting a movement to change the Nevada Gaming Control Board's stance on not requiring casino guests...

National Geographic Museum exhibition, Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall, has been named an overall winner of the American Alliance of Museums' 32nd Annual Excellence in Exhibition Competition, one of the highest achievements in the...

The coronavirus pandemic is causing businesses of all sizes to rethink the way they do business, and The Greater Women's Business Council (GWBC) and its corporate and women business members are no exception....

Today, the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools released a new policy brief, "Charter School and Student Access to Devices and the Internet," an analysis of schools and communities facing the greatest barriers in accessing remote learning...

One of the important responses of the Federal Government to the impact of COVID-19 on businesses has been the Paycheck Protection Program (the "PPP"), which provides low interest loans that can be converted into a grant. Unfortunately, even though...

Asian American Business Development Center, Hispanic Federation and One Hundred Black Men issues the following joint declaration in response to recent events fatally impacting multi-cultural communities. As representatives of the Asian, Black and...

This is a time of great pain for our nation. Last week we watched in horror as a video was released showing George Floyd, an unarmed and nonviolent black man, being killed while in police custody. Then we watched as America erupted in anger and...

This June we mark Filipino Heritage Month, which gives Canadians the opportunity to highlight the valuable contributions people of Filipino origin have made to the social, economic, political, and cultural fabric of Canada. In the fight against...

As a farewell to Asian-American Heritage Month, veteran comedian Amy Hill (recurring on Magnum PI) stars in Margin Films' web series Comisery releasing its second episode today on Facebook via http://www.comisery.tv or search for #comiserytv on the...

As the coronavirus pandemic severely disrupts life in the U.S., grassroots Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) endeavors emerged across the country to raise monetary and personal protective equipment (PPE) donations for essential institutions...

Strong momentum is growing for legislation asking voters to decide whether the state government can again address discrimination against women and people of color in contracting, public employment, and education, announced the Opportunity for All...

The urgent need for access, inclusion, and impact among communities of color will be addressed at SPECTRUM Virtual, June 9-11. Hosted by Intentional.co's Social Capital Markets (SOCAP), the three-day interactive convening will feature multicultural...

"Huawei is disappointed in the ruling today by the Supreme Court of British Columbia. We have repeatedly expressed confidence in Ms. Meng's innocence. Huawei continues to stand with Ms. Meng in her pursuit for justice and freedom. We expect that...

The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA) is thrilled to unveil its plans to offer Japanese pop culture fans from around the world an opportunity to experience all things anime from wherever they are with Anime Expo Lite. This FREE...

The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA) is thrilled to unveil its plans to offer Japanese pop culture fans from around the world an opportunity to experience all things anime from wherever they are with Anime Expo Lite. This FREE...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the anniversary of the Komagata Maru incident: "More than a century ago today, 376 passengers aboard the Komagata Maru steamship arrived in Vancouver. Like millions of...

In April 2020, Our Turn conducted a survey of high school and college-aged students to understand how the pandemic is affecting their personal and educational outcomes. The COVID-19 Student Impact Report outlines the intersectionality of issues...

The first streaming service to bridge the gap for a global, multicultural audience, VumaTV today announced it will launch worldwide on Friday, May 22 at 5pm EST. The platform's lineup of on-demand cultural content includes original series, feature...

WHEN: May 25, 2020 - 11:00 a.m. Memorial Day & End of Ramadan. WHERE: At M.T.O. centers in 35 cities and eleven countries, including Los Angeles (18011 Sherman Way, Reseda, CA 91335) WHO/WHAT: The M.T.O. Shahmaghsoudi® School of Islamic Sufism® (Los...

As the United States begins a path towards economic recovery, the $1.2 trillion Asian-American consumer market will play a critical role in its revitalization. For forward-looking companies and brands, the opportunity to reach the country's fastest...

80-20 Asian American Empowerment PAC, by far the largest Asian American PAC in the nation, calls on Asian Americans to work for the utter defeat of Trump, but is not endorsing Biden at this time for the following reasons. Trump's bullying and...

Women of Color Advancing Peace, Security & Conflict Transformation (WCAPS) teamed up with Peace Corps Volunteers and Trainees evacuated under COVID-19. Published today, "Voices of Peace Corps COVID-19 Evacuees," reflects the concerns raised by 461...

The AAKOMA Project is proud to announce a significant investment from Pivotal Ventures, an investment and incubation company created by Melinda Gates, to continue their groundbreaking work with mental health in underserved communities....

The 2019-2020 State of Asia America Report, an annual publication of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA), provides a snapshot of the state of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) homeownership pre-COVID-19. The report presents...

Asian Americans Advancing Justice, an affiliation of five independent civil rights organizations, celebrates a new documentary series, ASIAN AMERICANS, debuting on May 11 and 12, that examines the history, contributions, and complexities of Asian...

Today former State Senator Janet Nguyen joined with Images Luxury Nail Lounge, National Asian American Coalition, Vietnamese American Federation of Southern California, Vietnamese Community in Los Angeles, Coalition Against Communist and Agents,...

A new five-part documentary series, ASIAN AMERICANS, is set to air on May 11th and 12th on PBS stations nationwide. Asian Americans Advancing Justice, an affiliation of five civil rights organizations, is promoting the documentary as the most...

What comes before prom? The promposal of course! So even though prom won't be IRL this year, AXE is helping keep the tradition alive by partnering with internet phenomenon Rickey Thompson for a virtual promposal challenge....

On May 10, 2020, a historic day for Chinese Americans and our nation when the Transcontinental Railroad was completed 151 years ago with the unique contribution by early Chinese immigrants, United Chinese Americans (UCA) is partnering with a...

The Akshaya Patra Foundation held its Boston Virtual Gala on Sunday, May 3, to raise funds for feeding migrant families in India. The organization has served 40 million meals to migrant workers since India's lockdown began and feeds 1.8 million...

New Jersey's communities of color are experiencing disproportionate impacts of COVID-19 in diagnosis rates and mortality rates, according to an analysis from the Center for Health Analytics, Research and Transformation (CHART) at the New Jersey...

America's Got Talent classical-crossover artist Maki Mae headlines the Asian Hall of Fame Mother's Day Concert with Jimmy Kimmel Live! guitarist Toshi Yanagi, and pianist for Annie Lenox and eight other Grammy Award-winners Ed Roth. The free...

Nathan VanderKlippe, the Beijing-based Globe and Mail Asia correspondent, shares his perspective on COVID-19 measures in China and the issues arising from its post-lockdown life on the next J-Talks Live video webcast hosted by Anna Maria Tremonti....

Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY), a branch of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) of the Republic of Korea, is pleased to announce the launch of "Gugak Wednesdays: Online Korean Music Concerts" in partnership with the National...

Manny Maceda, Bain & Company's worldwide managing partner, has been named to Gold House's annual A100 list, which honors the most impactful Asian and Asian American and Pacific Islanders across industries every May in celebration of AAPI Heritage...

Today marks the start of Asian Heritage Month in Canada, a time to highlight the rich diversity of the Asian diaspora and the extraordinary contributions of Canadians of Asian descent. The theme for Asian Heritage Month 2020 is Asian Canadians:...

Former Atlanta City Councilmember Alex Wan, a long-time Morningside homeowner and civic leader, has been endorsed by the Asian American Advocacy Fund. In making the endorsement, the AAAF notes, "(we are) excited to highlight our endorsement for Alex...

When the COVID-19 pandemic ruthlessly takes away American lives and damages our economy, Chinese Americans have joined the fight like many other patriotic citizens.  Driven by our love to America, Chinese Americans nationwide have united to...

Global beauty leader Revlon announces singer, author, actress, model and fashion designer Jessica Jung as its newest Global Brand Ambassador. The multi-hyphenate, known for her rise to K-pop stardom, will represent the brand in Asia and appear in...

Seattle-based Robert Chinn Foundation, one of the first Asian family philanthropies in America, launched the Asian Hall of Fame Medical Response Fund to fulfill a critical need for PPE. FDA-approved medical supplies will be deployed to frontline...

Ascend has launched a consortium with ALPFA, Catalyst, The Conference Board, Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), National Organization on Disability...

China aims to eradicate poverty nationwide by the end of 2020, with over 90 million people lifted out of poverty compared with four years ago. According to a UN report as far back as 2016, at least 5.7% of China's rural...

Vietnamese Americans in Orange County's Little Saigon issued a "Nailing It For America" challenge to other Vietnamese communities throughout the country: Join the national day of giving back beginning Thursday, April 30 to help healthcare...

China Telecom (Americas) Corporation (CTA)'s donation of surplus computers to the George Mason University Foundation inspired a whole new nationwide campaign organized by the China General Chamber of Commerce ? U.S.A (CGCC) to help American...

TORONTO, April 27, 2020 CNW/ - Asian Television Network International Limited (ATN) Toronto Stock Exchange Venture  Canada's Pioneer South Asian Broadcaster has released its audited consolidated financial and operating results for the 12 months ended...

Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY), a branch of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) of the Republic of Korea, is pleased to present Korean Movie Night at Home in partnership with JBG Pictures USA, to offer audiences at home the...

Massive job losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic have touched nearly every industry in some fashion, but perhaps none more so than food, arts and retail workers. Latinx, Asian and black households will feel the impact of layoffs in these industries...