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From Refugee to Community Leader — A Reflection on the Eve of the 250th Birthday of the United States of America  by Tri Tang How Opportunity, Freedom, and Community Shaped My JourneyAs the United States approaches its 250th Anniversary, I find myself reflecting on a journey that began more than three decades ago – a […]

Series Preface: Asian Media Access proudly presents “Calling America HOME” Series, inspired by the resilience and hope of immigrants and refugees from across the Asian diaspora who have rebuilt their lives in Minnesota. Through these stories, we invite readers to witness a legacy of survival, determination, and hope forged against impossible odds. In this edition,

Asian Media Access has collected 280 MN residents’ surveys about home electrification preferences, offered in English, Chinese, Vietnamese and Hmong. Residents were asked: “If you had the choice, which would you prefer to live in (assuming costs and other features are the same)?” with options for fully electric, hybrid (electric heating/water + gas stove), all-gas/oil,

For the past 20 years, Asian Media Access (AMA) has empowered young people through creative substance abuse prevention initiatives that promote healthier lifestyles and positive decision-making. Through youth-led multimedia projects, participants use digital storytelling and peer-to-peer education to raise awareness about the dangers of smoking, vaping, and substance abuse while encouraging informed and healthy choices.

Asian Media Access had the pleasure of attending Children’s Theatre Company’s production of Wizard of Oz. This production captures all the heart, whimsy, and wonder of the original tale while showcasing incredible local talent. Don’t miss your chance to experience this colorful and unforgettable journey to Oz. The Wizard of Oz runs until June 14,

Series Preface: Asian Media Access proudly presents “Calling America HOME” Series, inspired by the resilience and hope shared by immigrants and refugees from all corners of the world who have rebuilt their lives in Minnesota. Through these stories, we invite readers to witness a legacy of survival, determination, and hope against impossible odds. In this

Series Preface: Asian Media Access proudly presents “Calling America HOME” Series – which is inspired by the resilience and hope shared by immigrants and refugees from all corners of the world who have rebuilt their lives in Minnesota.  Through these stories, we invite readers to witness a legacy of survival, determination, and hope against impossible odds.

By Scott Kurashige, the President of the James and Grace Lee Boggs Foundation Preface: In this powerful guest editorial, Scott Kurashige reflects on how the persistent reality of anti-Asian violence in the United States has shaped not only his scholarship, but his lifelong commitment to activism. Drawing on more than three decades of research, teaching,