Frustrated about the state of the world? So are we. But many people often don't know where to start in making a difference. Sometimes the system just seems to big, you don't know what resources are out there, or who to connect with. On this podcast we interview youth activists to shed light on the meaningful impact of youth activism in the fight for education equity and justice, and to demystify the activism process. We hope to show youth that it is possible to build community and make tangible impacts that will improve their futures as individuals and the future of our society.
What Can You Do?
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Frustrated about the state of the world? So are we. But many people often don't know where to start in making a difference. Sometimes the system just seems to big, you don't know what resources are out there, or who to connect with. On this podcast we interview youth activists to shed light on the meaningful impact of youth activism in the fight for education equity and justice, and to demystify the activism process. We hope to show youth that it is possible to build community and make tangible impacts that will improve their futures as individuals and the future of our society.
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June 16, 2021
Immigrant History Initiative
<p>This week’s interview is with the founders of Immigrant History Initiative, Kathy Lu and Julia Chang Wang. Their organization’s self described mission is to educate and empower communities through the untold stories of immigrant diasporas in America. They strive to fundamentally change how we learn, talk, and think about race, migration and social justice as a global society by providing comprehensive educational resources, engaging communities, and offering equitable education support. I talk with Julia and Kathy about their own experiences with their racial identities in and outside of the classroom, the recent wave of hate crimes against the Asian community amid the pandemic, current projects underway at IHI, and more.</p>
March 28, 2021
Strong Asian Lead
<p>This week I had the privilege of speaking with David Masami Moriya and Emi Lea Kamemoto, the founders of Strong Asian Lead. Strong Asian Lead is a Media, Marketing, and DEI consultancy for Hollywood studios and the Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora in tv, film, and streaming. They take an educational approach to the industry holding workshops on Diversity Equity, Race, Culture, and Inclusion of Asian and Pacific Islander stories. They also coach creatives in the craft of storytelling and the business of the industry, and connect studios with communities in order to foster a more equitable marketplace. We talk about Asian and Asian-American representation in entertainment and storytelling, what it means to be Asian in Hollywood, the necessity of diversity in entertainment, and the work they are doing to make sure Asian stories are being told with authenticity and complexity, rather than functioning as objects or harmful stereotypes.</p>
February 22, 2021
Connect in Place
<p>This week I speak with members of the Connect-In-Place leadership team. Connect-In-Place is an organization which was founded last summer by two Berkeley students in the throes of the pandemic by two Essentially, Connect-In-Place is a virtual platform where students can take small, interactive classes taught by college students, creating a space where they can connect with peers and receive mentorship while engaging in distance learning. Class topics range across the board, from core academic subjects to extra curricular classes like Bollywood dance and photography. They’ve also dedicated themselves to raising money to provide laptops to students with financial need. Overall, their mission is to provide quality education, community, and mentorship to bridge the opportunity gaps of online learning. Listen to learn more about how Connect-In-Place started, the populations it serves, and the motivation behind their core mission.</p>
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