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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,

Asian Media Access conducted the third edition of the e-Magine initiative from September 2025 through January 2026. This program provides training in generative artificial intelligence (AI), digital marketing, website creation, and professional development. For this cohort, Asian Media Access partnered with an organization to support individuals on their recovery journey from substance use and alcohol

In the heart of St. Paul’s downtown, Asian Media Access (AMA) and the Multi-Cultural Community Alliance (MCCA) are laying the groundwork for a transformative vision: the Center for Wellness Technology. This ambitious initiative is more than a building; it is a dynamic hub designed to dismantle systemic inequities by seamlessly integrating work, education, and health

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. 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. In

Asian Media Access has joined countless community members and agencies on a wild ride since the federal “Operation Metro Surge” hit Minneapolis in December 2025. Operation Metro Surge was a federal initiative led by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), aimed at apprehending undocumented immigrants and deporting

The film and television industry has traditionally depended on large production teams and significant financial resources. From character development and scripting to filming and post-production, the creative process has long required coordinated collaboration across multiple disciplines. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, however, this landscape is beginning to shift. AI-powered video generation engines now

Between 2020 and 2025, Asian Minnesotans have endured an unprecedented wave of violence, harassment, and racial profiling—from pandemic scapegoating and organized crime to aggressive deportation actions. Throughout this crisis, Asian Media Access has led Minnesota’s Stop Anti-Asian Hate campaign (https://www.amamedia.org/stop-anti-asian-hate/), building a strong social media presence; providing community training through Bicultural Healthy Living; and hosting

Asian Media Access (AMA), in partnership with Wat Promwachirayan (Thai Buddhist Temple), the Thai Cultural Council of Minnesota, Chinese American Culture & Friendship, Frogtown/Rondo Black Church Alliances, and many community partners, proudly hosted two Annual Toys for Tots giveaway events over two weekends, from December 15 to December 22, at two locations: the Thai Temple