It's AAPI Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and reflect on the the roles that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have played in our history. It's also a time to recognize the struggles and triumphs that AAPI folks have faced, including those within our own communities. We asked some KQED staff members what the month meant to them. Swipe to see what they said:
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My featured interview with Asian Founders Network! Whether it be tech, pageants, content creation, or beyond, I've learned this valuable lesson — bringing your authentic self and a positive perspective to every situation will get you incredibly far. #lifelessons #authenticity #optimism
In celebration of AAPI heritage month, we're launching our AFN founder series and showcasing some of our members. Our first featured AFN member is Melanie Wardhana, who is a tech recruiter, content creator, and model. Above all, she has an inspiring journey to share. Melanie is a former Miss Asian America and Miss World California. She discusses her experience as an Asian American, growing up without many people of the same background around her, and how entering the pageant world transformed her life. She shares insights about striving for perfection and how it didn't lead to success. Through shifting her perspective, she became the best version of herself, which ultimately led her to win the title.
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June is Pride Month. Share our assembly in school with your children and encourage the discussion about respecting others in our society.
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Happy Juneteenth! To quote John Albuquerque, "Let's make Juneteenth a commemorative, not of the horrific institution our country embraced, but rather as a showcase of the strength in the American spirit to recognize wrong and set about making it right ... Let us celebrate all that Juneteenth teaches us about our country's greatness in our use of the heart to hear and to learn and to work together for all that is good and just." If you'd like to learn more about the holiday, why it is observed and how to celebrate , check out this website. https://lnkd.in/eNH7H22
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Happy Pride, y'all. Pride is officially the month of June, but in truth it's all year long. We may celebrate it in different ways, but it's all tied to the freedom to live our lives openly and honestly. So be who you are for your priiiiiiiide! And if you don't know, here's the video: https://lnkd.in/e2mnsJZM
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I've watched this video at least 5 times. And with each viewing, I become more disturbed. Every time I watched the video, I wondered: - What was wrong with the cabinet as it was? I assume it functioned as intended/expected since all the modifications were simply aesthetic. - If you didn't like the appearance that much, why not just choose something else? - How much time was spent transforming the cabinet? Were those changes really worth the time and effort? Did it make the cabinet hold things better? - After all those modifications, what if the cabinet doesn't work the same? Are we sure the changes were simply superficial or did we unintentionally impact functionality? - How do you know the cabinet is there if it can't be seen? Does anyone forget it's there and get another one? This video is allegorical to certain times in my career. Instead of remembering the reasons why I was hired and focusing on getting the best work out of me, more time was spent trying to mold me until I became indistinct. Talk about a painful lesson. Instead of becoming unrecognizable, I'd much rather be appreciated as a statement piece. Wouldn't you?
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As we come together to celebrate Juneteenth, we recognize the significance of this day in commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is a time to honor the resilience and strength of the African American community and reflect on the strides we have made towards equality and justice. However, while we celebrate this important milestone, we must also acknowledge the enduring legacy of slavery that still affects our society. The abolition of slavery was a monumental step, but the lack of a comprehensive plan for integration and support left many African Americans facing immense challenges. Today, we see the echoes of this historical oversight in ongoing struggles with job opportunities, educational disparities, and systemic racism. At PMI, we commit ourselves to addressing these issues head-on. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just principles to aspire to, but fundamental values that require active pursuit. It is our responsibility to create an environment where everyone has equal access to opportunities and is empowered to succeed. As we celebrate Juneteenth, let us also reaffirm our dedication to building a more just and equitable society. Let us work together to dismantle the barriers that continue to hold back so many and strive for a future where every individual can thrive. Happy Juneteenth!
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Today we honor Juneteenth, a day of remembrance and reckoning. As we celebrate today, let us also acknowledge the work still left to do in achieving equity for all. Our work isn’t done, and it starts with awareness. Learn about Juneteenth and its importance here! https://shorturl.at/Lw3Na
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