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Equality, Identity & Hope: The Asian American Experience

Equality, Identity & Hope: The Asian American Experience - 44:07

This special Comcast Newsmakers panel discussion explores the deeply rooted history of Asian American discrimination and its relationship to the current crisis of violence — and ways that activists, educators, and community leaders are joining forces to raise awareness and drive change for future generations.

Hosted by Ellee Pai Hong, this impactful conversation features Cynthia Choi, Co-Executive Director of Chinese for Affirmative Action and Co-founder of Stop AAPI Hate; Pawan Dhingra, author and Amherst College Professor of American Studies; and Imani Perry, Hughes-Rogers Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University.

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Honoring the Service of Chinese American WWII Veterans

Honoring the Service of Chinese American WWII Veterans - 7:31

More than 18,000 Chinese American men and women enlisted or served in the U.S. military during World War II.

Maj. Gen. Robert G.F. Lee, of the Chinese American World War II Recognition Project, shares the significance of this population of veterans, from their time in service to a forthcoming major Congressional honor.

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Living the Legacy of Bruce Lee

Living the Legacy of Bruce Lee - 5:50

Bruce Lee is considered to be the most influential martial artist of all time. Join Shannon Lee, daughter of Bruce Lee and Founder of the Bruce Lee Foundation, for a conversation with host Tetiana Anderson on how she’s carrying on her father’s legacy of creativity, equality, and innovation to inspire people around the world.

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Asian American Visibility in Media

Asian American Visibility in Media - 7:53

Asian American representation in media has made great strides, but the fight for more visibility on screen continues.

Stephen Gong, Executive Director of the Center for Asian American Media, joins host Tetiana Anderson for a discussion on the importance of Asian and Asian American representation in film and television.

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Impact of COVID-19 on AAPI Businesses

Impact of COVID-19 on AAPI Businesses - 7:29

According to a recent Federal Reserve survey, Asian-owned small businesses were more negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, compared to all demographic groups.

Chiling Tong, President and CEO of the Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship, shares with host Tetiana Anderson the state of AAPI business in America today.

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Japanese American Support for Racial Justice

Japanese American Support for Racial Justice - 6:29

During World War II, nearly 120,000 people of Japanese ancestry were forced to leave their homes and live in internment camps.

David Inoue, Executive Director of the Japanese American Citizens League, discusses with host Tetiana Anderson the parallels between Japanese American history and current advocacy efforts for racial justice.

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Breaking Out AAPI Diversity

Breaking Out AAPI Diversity - 5:57

Many government agencies aggregate Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders under the Asian demographic, hiding the high COVID-19 infection rates within the community.

Gregg Orton, National Director of the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans, discusses with Tetiana Anderson how disaggregating data can help advance health equity for not only Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations, but all minority groups.

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The Korean American Community

The Korean American Community - 8:03

Korean Americans, similar to other AAPI groups, are recent immigrants who came to the United States in large numbers after 1965.

Abraham Kim, Executive Director of the Council of Korean Americans, joins host Tetiana Anderson to discuss the challenges this population faces and their impact on art, culture, and technology in the U.S.

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Special Olympics New Jersey Returns to Play

Special Olympics New Jersey Returns to Play - 6:45

Heather Anderson, President and CEO for Special Olympics New Jersey, discusses how COVID-19 changed the playing field for athletes and the measures they are taking to safely return to play. Recorded May 5, 2021.

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Providing Health Services During the Pandemic

Providing Health Services During the Pandemic - 7:44

Larry Benjamin, Director of Communications/Interim Director Development for the Mazzoni Center, discusses how the organization was first created to meet health care needs during the AIDs crisis and how their work continues during the most recent pandemic, Covid-19. Recorded May 5, 2021

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Grace at Home

Grace at Home - 5:29

Priscilla Myles, CEO of Myles Per Grace Home Care Providers joins Elena Russo to discuss her inspiration for her company and a new initiative from Comcast to help independent small businesses.

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Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Philadelphia

Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Philadelphia - 5:41

Shawnese Givens, Interim Executive Director for The Attic Youth Center discusses how their safe, supportive community center has made a difference for thousands of LGBTQ+ youth in Philadelphia and how their organization works to educate the public about issues of respect and diversity. Recorded May 5, 2021.

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LGBTQ+ Older Adults

LGBTQ+ Older Adults - 8:16

Heshie Zinman, Director of Special Projects for the LGBT Elder Initiative at William Way, discusses the importance of better support services for LGBTQ+ older adults and the need to advocate for anti-discrimination laws. Recorded May 5, 2021.

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Preparing for a Post-Covid Economy

Preparing for a Post-Covid Economy - 6:10

Christina Renna, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey, discusses what businesses need to effectively reopen the economy and prepare for the “next normal” as we move beyond the pandemic. Recorded May 5, 2021.

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Ending Generational Poverty Through Mentoring

Ending Generational Poverty Through Mentoring - 5:03

About 78% of Detroit youth live in high-poverty neighborhoods. Friends of the Children - Detroit is working to end generational poverty through their mentoring program. Their model is evidence-informed and research-based, proven long-term outcomes to show it works. Nicole McKinney, Executive Director of Friends of The Children - Detroit, discusses the importance of mentoring the most vulnerable and their effective model.

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Creating Opportunities for Black Entrepreneurs in Detroit

Creating Opportunities for Black Entrepreneurs in Detroit - 5:12

Less than 1% of venture capital investments are made in black owned companies in the United States each year. TechTown Detroit is working to identify the barriers that black entrepreneurs have to start businesses, especially in the tech sectors. Ned Staebler, President and CEO of TechTown Detroit talks about Detroit's equitable recovery and the importance of making sure everyone gets to benefit from it.

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Helping People to Understand Detroit

Helping People to Understand Detroit - 5:39

The Detroit Experience Factory has been helping people to understand Detroit for over 15 years. Jeanette Pierce, Founder of the Detroit Experience Factory discusses how they have pivoted to the virtual world during the pandemic and a new initiative called, "City Institute."

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New Hope Celebrates

New Hope Celebrates - 4:41

Matt Hanson, President of New Hope Celebrates, discusses how the pandemic led to smaller scale Pride events and how his organization is focused on inclusivity, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism work. Recorded April 23, 2021.

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Supporting and Serving Immigrants and Refugees in Philadelphia

Supporting and Serving Immigrants and Refugees in Philadelphia - 8:19

Andy Toy, Community Development & Communications Director for SEAMAAC, discusses their mission to serve Philadelphia’s growing refugee and immigrant population and the importance of community development work. Recorded April 23, 2021

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Foster Care Parent Recruitment

Foster Care Parent Recruitment - 4:06

Infants through adolescents are placed in foster care. Shantelle Gammon, Foster Care Recruiter for Bucks County Children and Youth Social Services Agency discusses the need for more foster families throughout local communities and the particular need for care for older youths. Recorded April 7, 2021.

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American Rescue Plan Act

American Rescue Plan Act - 6:48

United States Senator Chris Coons discusses the American Rescue Plan Act and what the $1.9 trillion-dollar federal funding will mean for communities across America and his constituents in Delaware. Recorded April 7, 2021.

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Banning Discrimination at a Federal Level

Banning Discrimination at a Federal Level - 7:58

The Equality Act would ban discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity and expand the areas to which protections apply. Alphonso David, President of the Human Rights Campaign, discusses what the Equality Act would mean for LGBTQ individuals across the country. Recorded April 7, 2021

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Services for Individuals with Disabilities

Services for Individuals with Disabilities - 7:23

Tine Hansen-Turton, President and CEO of Woods Services, discusses programs for individuals with disabilities, continuing work during the pandemic, and the need to increase wages for Direct Support Professionals. Recorded April 7, 2021

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Make it Main Street Montco

Make it Main Street Montco - 5:21

Rachel Riley, Senior Director of Communications, Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board discusses campaigns designed to promote local businesses and ways to support industries impacted financially by the pandemic. Recorded March 26, 2021.

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