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Our community’s histories and stories have been told by various types of people through various kinds of platforms. Some have been beautiful portrayals of resilience and solidarity, but too many narratives about AANHPIs have been washed in colonialism and harmful stereotypes. Groups like AAJA, CAAM, and others formed in order to take hold of these narratives and develop more AANHPI storytellers, and many journalists, academics, and artists are working to ensure authentic representation.

Mental health issues and care continue to be taboo subjects in the AAPI community. However, we know that, from youth starting grade school to even the most accomplished members of society, many are struggling to navigate their mental health. JACL and OCA invite some of our community's beloved public figures to hear their story on how their mental health journeys have been and what they wish their community knew.

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We have the power to create change, and it all starts with effective campaigns! AAPIs have been at the center of a historic surge in electoral participation and we have an incredible opportunity to continue that momentum for 2022 and beyond. To do so, our voter engagement campaigns must be rooted in the communities they serve while utilizing effective strategies and tactics. We’ll be breaking down campaigns into smaller components, exploring campaign logistics, discussing power and the cycle of change, and recognizing the impact of great campaigns.

Given the large representation of Asian Americans in Silicon Valley, there is a rosy perception of AAPI representation in the tech industry. But sheer numbers do not portray the fact that very few AAPIs make it to the boardroom-level positions. While research shows that Asian Americans are hired into tech jobs more than any other racial group, and very few advance to senior management levels, what other opportunities exist outside of the tech sphere? Representatives from Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Comcast will share thoughts on how to break the bamboo ceiling in the corporate setting but also shed light on the many opportunities and avenues available outside of tech, particularly in the industry's highest echelons. (workign draft)

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"In response to the increased rise of anti-Asian/American, xenophobic, harassment, and hate towards marginalized communities of color, it's important to be aware of the tools to combat these types of oppression. The Situational Awareness Workshop (SAW) is an interactive bystander intervention training that will teach people how to become confident and effective bystanders against racism and discrimination. At the end of the training, each participant will have the tools to be able to intervene as a bystander whenever they see or experience harassment.

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In this presentation, Lydia Chu and Jenny Yip Marshall will dive deeper into the Atlanta shooting and its contributing factors, examine the national context of the IMI, and discuss the main components enabling the continued victimization, exploitation, and trafficking of Asian women in the industry.

"Anti-Asian hate and racism has been on the rise. And unfortunately, some individuals have bought into the false narratives written by the white dominant culture that was purposely put in place to pit Asian and Black communities against each other. We need to talk about anti-blackness and work to dismantle white supremacist actions in communities of color.

Join us to:

• Understand how similar the experiences of Asian and Black communities are and why it's critical to be in solidarity with one another

• Recognize how the dominant culture works to keep our communities divided

Discuss what we can do as co-conspirators and allies for the Black community including getting tips and ideas on how you can start the conversation about anti-blackness in your own family and community"

Since the escalation of tensions between U.S. and the PRC, scores of Chinese American scientists have been jarred from their academic world. Either they or their colleagues were placed under surveillance, interrogated and seen their labs upended, grants lost, graduate students released and placed on interminable leave while their careers, finance and mental health withered. Initially resistant to the idea of organizing, faculty across campuses in the U.S. have become activists even though they may not identify themselves as ones. Hear the stories of the speakers and their journeys to speaking out and finding voice before leaders of academia, government, and industry and the progress that they've made alongside civil rights organizations.

AAPI Voices is a collective from Houston, TX born out of artivism (arts / activism) in 2018. In understanding that the current sociopolitical landscape excludes certain narratives from public knowledge, AAPI Voices aims to uplift and engage some of the most affected by systemic change, the youth. Currently, AAPI Voices are archiving oral histories of a burgeoning movement, spearheaded by Houston Collective Reimagining Education to include Asian American Ethnic Studies into the K-12 Texas Curriculum. In their workshop, they will be presenting a collection of short films from their records and participate in a Q&A about who they are, what they do, and where they see this heading. An interactive art installation will be presented and attendees will have a chance to record their own stories before and after the workshop.  

"In response to the increased rise of anti-Asian/American, xenophobic, harassment, and hate towards marginalized communities of color, it's important to be aware of the tools to combat these types of oppression. The Situational Awareness Workshop (SAW) is an interactive bystander intervention training that will teach people how to become confident and effective bystanders against racism and discrimination. At the end of the training, each participant will have the tools to be able to intervene as a bystander whenever they see or experience harassment.

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In this presentation, Lydia Chu and Jenny Yip Marshall will dive deeper into the Atlanta shooting and its contributing factors, examine the national context of the IMI, and discuss the main components enabling the continued victimization, exploitation, and trafficking of Asian women in the industry.

Kick-off event for the Youth/College track. Learn more about OCA, day to day workshops, raffle prizes, and more!

#StopAsianHate has made national headlines through traditional media, but that's the only time you may have seen media exposure about the AAPI community. Learn from industry media leaders discuss about Asian Representation in the United States and how utilizing non-traditional media platforms (i.e. Tiktok, Instagram, Podcasts, etc.) have opened opportunities to connect and inform about the hidden AAPI community.

Choosing a career is often influenced by the "ideal" choices your family and culture propose. Join us as we talk to industry professionals who have found success in "unconventional" careers. Their stories provide a look beyond the stereotypical careers associated with Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

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The creative industry for AAPI is often a challenging and "risky" journey. Hear from industry professionals that have pioneered into creative careers, and challenged the status quo of achieving success.

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What does it mean to be a hero in your community? Discover what it means to be a community hero and the tools you will need to become one. Our industry professionals will discuss the importance of not just volunteering your time, but tackling the biggest challenges to our AAPI community - representation, policy, and data desegregation.

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Many Asian cuisines have become mainstream and culturally accepted in America. Travel back in time as we discuss an age when Asian American cuisine first started and the road to cultural acceptance in America.

Celebrating the final workshop of the youth track with raffle prizes and ways to get involved with OCA.