AANHPI Heritage Month 2024 | |
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As May begins tomorrow, we come together to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a month that holds special significance in our nation's history and cultural tapestry. May marks the commemoration of two pivotal events: the immigration of the first Japanese to America on May 7, 1843, and the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad on May 10, 1869, a monumental achievement made possible by the labor of many Chinese workers in the US.
Throughout history and to our present day, AANHPI leaders have played a critical role in shaping our nation's economic prosperity, technological advancements, and social and political landscapes. Their resourcefulness, innovation, and resilience in the face of cultural and systemic challenges have been instrumental in driving progress and positive change.
This year, we embrace the 2024 national AANHPI Heritage Month theme, "Advancing Leaders Through Innovation," as we honor the visionaries and pioneers who have paved the way for our community's growth and success. It is a time to honor their contributions and celebrate the rich achievements, culture, and history of Asians, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Let's unite in celebration as we reflect on our shared heritage and look ahead to a future filled with continued innovation, leadership, and prosperity for all.
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Your Opinion Matters!
The Gallup Engagement Survey is an important opportunity to help drive real, positive change at UCSF. Last year as part of AANHPI Heritage Month 2023, the Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition (AAPIC) presented "Status of Asians and Pacific Islanders at UCSF," revealing disaggregated Gallup Survey Engagement data for the Asian diaspora. Presenters shed light on where workforce and leadership inequities persist and showed the spectrum of engagement among our communities, data that would not be available without the Engagement Survey. Voicing your opinion matters -- share your unique experience and help light the path to our collective growth and success!
To participate, check your email for your personalized UCSF Staff Engagement Survey link. Alternately, login to UCSF’s Gallup Access (via MyAccess). Survey ends on Friday, May 3rd.
Recognize a Colleague for the Chancellor Awards for Diversity
Know a colleague breaking down barriers at UCSF? The Office of the Chancellor is accepting nominations for the Chancellor Award for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership. We encourage you to uplift a colleague by honoring their achievements in diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and justice. The Nomination Guide details requirements and considerations for successful nominees, including how their contributions ripple across teams to inspire and guide others. Sound like someone you know? Nominate them by Friday, May 10th!
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AANHPI Heritage Month Zoom Background + Hashtags for Social Networks | |
Upcoming Special Events at UCSF | |
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Nurse Unseen
Monday, May 6, 7-9PM, In-person and virtual
APASA is excited to support Nurses Week celebrations and to see you at United Filipinx Association (UFA) and Philippine Nurses Association of Northern California's (PNANC) free film screening event of “Nurse Unseen.” Nurse Unseen is a feature documentary that explores the little-known history and humanity of the unsung Filipino nurses risking their lives on the front lines of a pandemic, thousands of miles from home. For more about the film, visit https://www.nurseunseen.com/.
The screening is scheduled for next Monday, May 6th, 7-9pm PST with remote and in-person viewing options available at UCSF locations and in San Francisco. Please complete the RSVP form here for viewing and location details.
For many of us in the Filipino community, "Filipino nurse" describes members of our immediate and extended family, often spanning multiple generations -- mothers, fathers, lolas, lolos, titas, titos, kuyas, and ates. Thank you to UFA and the event endorsers for showcasing this important part of the Filipino identity!
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AANHPI Community Social
Wednesday, May 15, 5 - 7 pm, Sparks Social
Please join us for our first AANHPI community social event at Sparks Social SF on Wednesday, May 15. The event is sponsored by UCSF APASA, AANHPI Coalition, Finance and Administrative Services (FAS), Office of Diversity and Outreach, and United Filipinx Association (UFA). There will be food tickets, giveaway prizes and more! The event is free and all UCSF members are welcome. Check here for registration and more info soon.
AANHPI Heritage Month Trivia
Wednesday, May 29, 12 - 1 pm, Virtual, Join the Zoom Meeting here.
Meeting ID: 872 0481 3382 | Passcode: 772703
Trivia is back! Come join our trivia session to test your knowledge and have some fun. We will use Poll Everywhere to run the trivia. You will need to have a web browser open or the Poll Everywhere App (https://www.polleverywhere.com/app/download) to participate.
Status of Asian Pacific Americans at UCSF
Friday, May 31 12-1:30 pm, Virtual (Zoom link coming soon)
Presented by the UCSF Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islanders Coalition (AANHPIC), this event informs our community on the current status of Asian Pacific Islanders in the UCSF community. In addition to the presentation, there will be a panel representing different API groups at UCSF to discuss the work they do. More information forthcoming.
UCSF Staff Resource Days
Monday, June 3 - Friday, June 7, In-person and virtual
Staff Resource Days 2024 (SRD24) connect staff to UCSF and partner resources, including 50+ UCSF organizations and partners. Activities include trivia, drag queen bingo, succulent planting, wellness walks, and SPCA animal visits. Check out the 2024 Staff Resource Days calendar: https://diversity.ucsf.edu/initiatives/odo-flagship-events/srd. Virtual events and in-person pop-ups will be offered to engage staff across the pillars of community, professional development, and wellness during the week.
Join the expanded in-person Staff Resource Day on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Mission Bay to meet and connect with representatives from organizations like APASA, committees, and other staff resources in a social, accessible outdoor environment! UCSF Office of Diversity and Outreach (ODO), Human Resources, Campus Life Services, and 4CI Staff Subcommittee jointly sponsor Staff Resource Days.
Keep an eye on APASA's Teams page and our upcoming announcements for
more details about our events!
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4th Annual UCSF AANHPI Leadership Panel
Tuesday, May 21, 4 - 5 pm, Virtual,
Click here to register for your zoom link
APASA invites all members of the UCSF Community to join us for our 4th annual AANHPI Leadership Panel during AANHPI Heritage Month for this dynamic conversation around identity and career trajectory with
the following leaders:
- Purba Chatterjee
- Peter Chin-Hong
- Pam Ling
- Wylie Liu
- Won Ha
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Resources and Community Events | |
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This AANHPI Heritage Month, I am re-reading Dr. Haunani-Kay Trask's book, Notes from a Native Daughter: Colonialism and Sovereignty in Hawaii. Professor Trask, who was a scholar, poet, and advocate for decolonization in Hawaii, writes in the book: "Our strength lies in our unity. We must come together, across tribal lines and boundaries, to fight for our collective rights."
From this text, I am not only reminded of APASA's role at UCSF as an organization that addresses issues of equality, fair labor practices, and diversity at UCSF across race and ethnic backgrounds, but I am also reflective on the importance of coalition-building within and across our Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. We hope that you may benefit from, learn through, and attend upcoming events as we celebrate throughout this month.
Event Guides
San Francisco AAPNHPI Heritage Month Celebration Guide
May 1 - June 1, In-person and virtual
San Francisco has over 50 events for this month's celebration, including the Our Heritage 5k (a free run/walk from Japantown to Chinatown that goes past resource centers and historic sites), ukelele and sashiko mending lessons, Chinatown alleyway tours, concerts, film screenings, food tastings, and book events (including a book showcasing selections from photojournalist Corky Lee). We recommending looking through this guide and find events to take coworkers, friends, and family to check out!
San Francisco Public Library
May 1 - 31, In-person and virtual
The San Francisco Public Library offers a variety of free programs showcasing the rich culture and diverse stories of the AANHPI community in the Bay Area and beyond. The library offers everything from a kimchi demo to comic making, Kathak dance and Tai Chi lessons, and a panel of Asian American Journalists.
CAAMFest 2024: Lifting Truths In Our Stories
May 9 - 19, Venues all over San Francisco, Oakland
CAAMFest, presented by the Center for Asian American Media, is the world's largest showcase for new Asian American and Asian film, presenting over 100 works in the Bay Area.
Chinese Hospital 125th Anniversary Community Health Fair
Saturday, May 18, 10 am - 2 pm, 943 Stockton St
Join us for unity in the community, free health screenings, opportunities to ask questions to a heart doctor and liver doctor, and fun activities for kids and families, and wellness information on many health topics.
Visit Oakland Event Guide
May 3 - 24, Oakland
For those in the East Bay, Oakland has some incredible events planned, including Indian singer Diljit Dosanjh performing at the Oakland Arena, a fireside chat about how K-dramas can transform your life, and a concert at the Oakland Museum of California on May 24 featuring Filipina rapper and San Lorenzo native Ruby Ibarra.
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Resource and Recommendation Guides
TO LEARN MORE: Veritext Legal Solutions put together an incredible guide on AANHPI Heritage Month, including a list of historic sites, resources, and prominent people. Check out their page here.
ON CAMPUS: The Multicultural Resource Center's page includes fun facts, book reads, and educational resources that you can share with your team and community.
TO READ: Cathy Park Hong: Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning. This is one that I read, reread, and recommend to everyone who asks. Cathy Park Hong, faculty at UC Berkeley, presents these essays that weave her lived experiences with reflections on American race relations through an Asian American lens.
TO LISTEN: Sid Sriram: Tiny Desk Concert. Sid Sriram, an Indian R&B songwriter from Fremont, plays one of my favorite Tiny Desk concerts of all time. My personal favorite is "Dear Sahana," which starts around the 12 minute mark and cuts across music genres to deliver an incredibly smooth performance.
TO WATCH: Wong Fu Productions: Yappie. This mini web-series comedy highlights what it means to remodel the Model Minority myth by telling the story of someone who is realizing how important his Asian American identity is for the first time. This series features actors Simu Liu (from Kim's Convenience and Shang Chi) and Dante Basco (Pittsburg native who you might recognize either as Rufio from Hook or Prince Zuko from Avatar: The Last Airbender).
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Representing at March's RCO Showcase | |
We loved meeting everyone at the inaugural Staff Registered Campus Organization Showcase featuring lion and dragon dancing and tunes by the GAPA Men's Chorus. We look forward to seeing you at one (or many) of our events in May. | |
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