Women, especially minorities, are much more likely to be harassed online through hate speech, violent threats and stalking. What is the extent of this abuse and where can victims go for help or support An interview with Soraya Chemaly, Board Member at Women, Action, and the Media. This discussion continues in part 2 (Online Harassment).
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Hosted by: Robert TraynhamProduced by: National Newsmakers Team
The Asian American Pacific Islander community makes up six percent of the U.S. population, but is growing more than four times as rapidly as the total U.S. population. Asians are the largest group of immigrants to enter the U.S. as immigrants. A conversation with Janelle Wong, Senior Researcher at AAPI Data about the fastest-growing but one of the understudied racial groups in the United States.
The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games will be hosted this summer in Seattle, with more than 4,000 athletes and coaches representing 50 states and the District of Columbia. Jason Schriml of the Special Olympics USA Games discussed the impact the games and this organization that highlights athletes with intellectual disabilities through highly competitive sports, uplifting experiences, and demonstrating inclusion for all.
Preparations are underway for the 2020 United States Census. A fair and accurate count of all communities is of major importance, as data gathered is used to determine federal funding, congressional representation and more. For some populations, including Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, the process can be of concern due to immigration status, language barriers and fear of providing personal information. John Yang, President and Executive Director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice-AAJC joins Robert Traynham to discuss the importance of an accurate count, especially for the AAPI population in America.
Filipino Americans make up the third largest subgroup of Asian Americans today, with millennials comprising nearly a quarter of this population. And while there about 4 million Filipino and Filipino Americans living in the U.S today, this population is underrepresented in political and leadership roles. Brendan Flores, National Chairman of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations joins Robert Traynam to discuss the welfare and well-being of Filipino Americans and efforts to strengthen the personal and professional development of young Filipino Americans.
According to the Pew Research Center, the U.S. Asian population increased 72 percent between 2000 and 2015, resulting in the fastest growth rate of any major racial or ethnic group. And as this population continues to grow, there remains a lack of involvement in politics and corporate leadership positions. Kendall Kosai, Deputy Director at OCA National discussed programs designed to help high school students explore their identity, and encourage them to become future community leaders.
Korean Americans, like many other Asian Americans, are recent immigrants to the United States, emigrating in large numbers after 1965. As first and second generation Americans, many still have close ties with their homeland, where family and friends still reside. A discussion with Sam Yoon, Executive Director of the Council of Korean Americans on the Korean American community, including their ties to both North and South Korea.
Measurements of census accuracy since 1940 have shown a constant, disproportionate undercount of specific population subgroups such as minorities, young children and renters. Vanita Gupta, President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights shares a conversation on the importance of an accurate census and its direct impact on equal representation and equal access to governmental resources for all Americans.
The LGBTQ Equality movement has made great progress over the years, but for many, equality is still out reach. Same-sex marriage is legal, but in many states employees can be fired for being out at work. This community continues to struggle with higher than average rates of poverty, homelessness, discrimination and more. And for some, including immigrants, people of color, and those who are transgender, the rates are even higher. This discussion continues in part 2 (The Status of LGBTQ Equality).
Rea Carey, Executive Director of the LGBTQ Task Force joins Robert Traynham to discuss the Status of LGBTQ Equality and her organization's efforts to create change.
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Interview recorded on May 17, 2017. Part 1 of 2.
Lack of internet access at home can heavily affect a student's academic success in the classroom, and a teacher's ability to work technology into their teaching. Computer ownership presents issues as well. Only seventy-two percent of Latinos have a laptop or desktop computer at home, compared with eighty-three percent of whites.
Rosa Mendoza of Hispanic Technology and Telecommunications Partnership joins Robert Traynham for a discussion about closing the digital divide and reducing the homework gap. This discussion continues in part 2 of Latinos and the Homework Gap.
Interview recorded Sept 6, 2017.
The United States Census Bureau provides data about the nation’s people and economy. While that data is used by our government for planning and redistricting purposes, there are private sector applications as well – especially for businesses. DeVere Kutscher, Principal with Public Private Strategies discusses the importance of census accuracy and its effect on businesses making informed decisions.
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