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By Janie Ye –Wayzata High School Immigration from Asia is not a new occurrence. America was originally occupied by people of Asian-descent who crossed the Bering Strait tens of thousands of years ago. After Europeans discovered the Americas, there has been further immigration from Asian countries since the 19th century. Oftentimes, these Asian immigrants were […]

Project SUPPORT (Supporting Under-served Populations through Produce Prescription, Opportunities for Recreation, and Tobacco Control) is a groundbreaking cross-cultural initiative led by Asian Media Access (AMA) in collaboration with Multi-Cultural Community Alliance (MCCA) partners, including the KaRen Football Association, TTL Foundation, and the Vietnamese Community of Minnesota. This comprehensive program addresses the urgent need to improve

Asian Media Access, in collaboration with the Asian American Business Resilience Network, has been working to redevelop the former St. Paul Sears site since June 2023. During this process, we uncovered the profound and lasting harm caused by the construction of I-94 in the 1960s. This freeway project, closely tied to the Sears building’s development,

Asian Media Access (AMA) is proud to announce the successful completion of its first e-Magine Initiative training program on May 13, 2025. This groundbreaking program, designed to empower participants with generative AI and digital marketing skills, concluded with an impressive showcase of talent, innovation, and real-world applications. The 13-week intensive training brought together a diverse

Preface: As we approach the Juneteenth celebration on June 19th along West Broadway in North Minneapolis, Asian Media Access is spotlighting local leaders who are shaping the spirit and impact of this important holiday. This community celebration not only honors Black freedom and resilience but also uplifts the voices and initiatives that make change happen

Photo Courtesy: Children’s Theater AMA had the joy of attending Children’s Theatre Company’s production of Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical! Nominated for three Tony Awards including Best Musical, Frozen features music and lyrics by Academy Award-winners Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and a book by Academy Award-nominee Jennifer Lee. From stunning sets and dazzling lights

Host by CAPI USA, the first-ever AAPI Rising: Identity, Resilience, & Leadership Summit took place on April 21, 2025, featuring an impressive lineup of speakers and performers. Notable speakers included Sam Hyun, Director of Government Relations for The Asian American Foundation and one of The Boston Globe’s 2021 Bostonians of the Year; Michelle Li, a

Pictured above, Eric Won’s father from World War II, when he was serving in Germany. Preface: Asian Media Access is hosting a series of interviews with Northside neighbors to explore how we can navigate this new reality together and find ways to support our neighbors in need. This third interview is with Eric Won, retired

Theater Mu’s world premiere of Fifty Boxes of Earth, written by Ankita Raturi and directed by KT Shorb, presents a thought-provoking exploration of migration, community, and the limits of acceptance. Infused with mesmerizing choreography by Ananya Chatterjea and elements of puppetry, the production raises compelling questions about who belongs and who gets to decide. At

Asian Media Access (AMA), with support from the City of Minneapolis, is proud to present highlights from our inspiring presentation on March 17, 2025 session featuring Meow Wolf’s Technical Director William Slayden. This special event was part of AMA’s e-Magine! Initiative, a free 13-week online program running from February 17 to May 2025 that provides