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Established in 2001, by The City University of New York (CUNY) Board of Trustees, the Asian American / Asian Research Institute (AAARI) is a university-wide scholarly research and resource center, on issues and policies that affect, Asians and Asian Americans. AAARI covers four main areas: Asian American; East Asian; South Asian; and Trade & Technology Studies. Source
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
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Search Articles2026 CUNY Thomas Tam Scholarship
Submission Deadline Friday, November 6, 2026 The Thomas Tam Scholarship was established by the City University of New York to honor the legacy of Dr. Thomas Tam—a former CUNY Board of Trustees member, founding Executive Director of the Asian American / Asian Research Institute (AAARI), and dedicated community leader.
2026 AAIFF: CUNY Shorts Showcase
Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 1:45pm to 3pm Village East by Angelika, 181-189 2nd Avenue, Manhattan In-Person Screening/Q&A with Filmmakers: RSVP | Video On Demand (July 31 to 10, $11): RSVP Since 2004, the CUNY Asian American Film Festival (AAFF) has recognized and awarded over $16,000 in cash prizes to student filmmakers enrolled at the City University of New York.
The Brown Girl Reset: Redefining Wellness, Healing, and Self Care for the Modern South Asian Woman
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 6:30pm to 9pm CUNY Graduate Center – Martin E. Segal Theatre 365 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan RSVP: https://getpie.at/pLtDi5TZ Join the American Malayali Heritage Foundation for the launch of their Wellness Collaborative, an initiative dedicated to advancing holistic wellness among women, with a special focus on the Malayali community.
New York Assembly District 65/Senate District 27 Candidate Forum
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 6pm to 8:15pm Manny Cantor Center 197 East Broadway, 6th Floor, Manhattan RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/ Join APA VOICE, its member organizations, and community-based organizations for a candidate forum before June 2026’s primary election. Hear from candidates running in: NY Assembly District 65: Grace Lee & Yuh-Line Niou NY State Senate District 27: Mariama N.
Promoting Mental Health in AANHPI Communities
Friday, May 22, 2026 | 5:30pm to 7pm 25 West 43rd Street, 10th Floor, Suite 1000 between 5th & 6th Avenues, Manhattan RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/D1iMPSgVX0 The Asian American Mentorship Providing Opportunities to Women for Empowerment and Resilience (AAMPOWER) at CUNY invites you to join us at our next workshop in-person workshop and networking session on “Promoting Mental Health in AANHPI Communities.” This learning workshop led by community engagement & training specialists, Ms....
War and Fragile Peace: Geopolitics of Imperialism and Multipolarity in the Conflict over Iran
Friday, May 8, 2026 | 2pm to 3:30pm The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has proved extremely controversial, as it risks the lives of Iranians, people across the Middle Eastern conflict zone, and U.S. troops. Its impact on the nations of the Persian Gulf and global energy trade remains a cause for concern during the war and after the ceasefire.
The Cultural Keepers: Tracing the Historical Footsteps of Vietnamese Dual Language Bilingual Education Programs in the U.S.
Friday, May 1, 2026 | 6pm to 7:30pm 25 West 43rd Street, 10th Floor, Suite 1000 between 5th & 6th Avenues, Manhattan Khánh Lê and Alisha Nguyen will present on their research exploring the history, development, and impact of Vietnamese dual language bilingual education (DLBE) programs in five U.S. states with significant Vietnamese populations.
The New Asian NYC: Mobilization, Grassroots Power & Pluralistic Futures
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 8am to 5pm Borough of Manhattan Community College – Fiterman Hall 245 Greenwich Street, Manhattan RSVP: https://26-05-15sympoisum.eventbrite.com The recent election of Zohran Mamdani—the city’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor—marks a historic shift in New York City’s political landscape. This victory stands not only as a milestone for AAPI and Muslim representation but as a testament to the power of grassroots, working-class organizing.
Community Trauma and Wellbeing: Trauma-Informed Care for Asian American /Asian Children and Families in the NYC Metropolitan Area
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 9am to 5pm New York University – Kimball Hall 246 Greene Street, Manhattan RSVP: https://www.lotusprojectphi.org/nyc-workshop The Lotus Project, funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), is a collaboration between the Public Health Institute (PHI) and Richmond Multi-Services (RAMS) that promotes trauma-informed care and prevention across diverse communities.
The Moys of New York and Shanghai: One Family’s Extraordinary Journey Through War and Revolution
Friday, April 17, 2026 | 6pm to 7:30pm 25 West 43rd Street, 10th Floor, Room 1000 between 5th & 6th Avenues, Manhattan In-Person: RSVP | Zoom: RSVP Born to Chinese immigrant parents, the Moy siblings grew up in an America that questioned their citizenship and denied their equality. Sophisticated and self-consciously modern, they challenged limitations and stereotypes in the United States and sought new opportunities in China’s tumultuous republic.