TAAF

TAAF Survey Reveals 1 out of every 5 NYC Asian Americans has been physically assaulted because of their race in the last 12 months; 54% who experienced a hate incident did not report it to anyone

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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New survey findings from TAAF state that 1 in 5 Asian American NY'ers has been physically assaulted in the last 12 months.

Key Points: 
  • New survey findings from TAAF state that 1 in 5 Asian American NY'ers has been physically assaulted in the last 12 months.
  • Furthermore, 54% of those who experienced a hate incident did not report the experience to anyone.
  • Asian Americans residing in New York are experiencing violence at an alarming rate, and are reluctant or unable to report harm.
  • "The anti-Asian hate rhetoric and violence that targeted the AAPI community in 2020 has not stopped," says Norman Chen, CEO of TAAF.

TAAF and Third State Books Release AANHPI History Graphic Novel Fighting to Belong!

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) and Third State Books in association with Leading Asian Americans to Unite for Change (LAAUNCH) and The Asian American Education Project today released Fighting to Belong! A History of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, Vol. 1. Written by bestselling comics writer Amy Chu (Wonder Woman, Deadpool, Ant-Man, Iron Man) and Alexander Chang, and illustrated by award-winning artist Louie Chin, Fighting to Belong! shares an important and dynamic part of American history in an accessible and engaging comic book format aimed at children aged 8-13.

Key Points: 
  • helps new audiences young and old, AANHPI and non-AANHPI, understand how AANHPI stories are truly interwoven within the fabric of American history.
  • shares an important and dynamic part of American history in an accessible and engaging comic book format aimed at children aged 8-13.
  • from TAAF & Third State Books, is a new kids graphic novel about AANHPI history.
  • "Third State Books is the first general interest publisher dedicated exclusively to uplifting AANHPI voices and stories," said Stephanie Lim, Co-Founder and CEO of Third State Books.

The 8th Annual Shorty Impact Awards Announced Winners

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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The Shorty Impact Awards have announced the winners of the 8th Annual Shorty Impact Awards and the six recipients of the inaugural Elevate Creatives Fund presented by Wave and the Shorty Awards at a live ceremony on November 13th, 2023, at The Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, CA.

Key Points: 
  • The Shorty Impact Awards have announced the winners of the 8th Annual Shorty Impact Awards and the six recipients of the inaugural Elevate Creatives Fund presented by Wave and the Shorty Awards at a live ceremony on November 13th, 2023, at The Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, CA.
  • View the complete list of winners and honorees .
  • The six recipients of this inaugural grant, totaling $120,000, were announced at the live event.
  • We’re thrilled to do our part to support their success and enable them to make an even greater social and cultural impact in their respective communities.”

Survey of Entertainment Industry Reveals Barriers to Advancement for Asian American Creative Executives

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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This collaborative study focuses on the experience of Asian American creative executives, those who ultimately greenlight projects and shepherd them to screen, in the entertainment industry.

Key Points: 
  • This collaborative study focuses on the experience of Asian American creative executives, those who ultimately greenlight projects and shepherd them to screen, in the entertainment industry.
  • The collaborative study focuses on the experience of Asian American creative executives in the entertainment industry.
  • The report also shares recommendations on how to improve the experiences of Asian American creatives in the industry and foster an environment that will allow Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) creative executives to thrive.
  • "CAPE is excited to work with TAAF on this important study to unpack the barriers to entry, advancement, and career sustainability for Asian American creative executives in the entertainment industry," said CAPE Executive Director Michelle K. Sugihara.

neuro42 Announces Participation at The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation Inaugural Walk Over the Edge Fundraising Event

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- neuro42, Inc. (“neuro42” or the “Company”), a medical technology company leading the next evolution of MRI and robotics, today announced its participation at The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) inaugural Walk Over the Edge event in San Francisco, CA on September 23-24, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- neuro42, Inc. (“neuro42” or the “Company”), a medical technology company leading the next evolution of MRI and robotics, today announced its participation at The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) inaugural Walk Over the Edge event in San Francisco, CA on September 23-24, 2023.
  • The TAAF Walk Over the Edge is a fundraising event for brain aneurysm, arteriovenous malformations (AVM), and stroke awareness programs and research.
  • “It is with pleasure that we partner with TAAF to bring broader awareness to these neurovascular conditions.
  • At neuro42, we are dedicated to advancing our MRI technology platform, initially for screening conditions, such as strokes, and with planned advancements into MRI-intervention and robotics.”

TAAF Joins WHIAANHPI and NSF to Improve Access to Federal Grants and Resources for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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"Demystifying Federal Grants" improves access to federal grants and resources for AA and NHPI communities.

Key Points: 
  • "Demystifying Federal Grants" improves access to federal grants and resources for AA and NHPI communities.
  • Access to federal grant opportunities is critical to advancing economic opportunity and health equity, reducing hate incidents, and strengthening workforce and employment opportunities.
  • The "Demystifying Federal Grants'' project is part of TAAF's commitment to unlock resources for the AA and NHPI community.
  • By investing in these organizations, the federal government can actively support and address the unique needs and challenges faced by our communities."

The Asian American Foundation Launches Interactive AAPI Nonprofit Database to Unlock Resources and Support for AAPI-Focused Organizations

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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This interactive database addresses the historical inequity of funding directed towards the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community by providing a platform where anyone looking to donate, volunteer, or get involved can more easily locate and support AAPI nonprofit organizations across the country.

Key Points: 
  • This interactive database addresses the historical inequity of funding directed towards the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community by providing a platform where anyone looking to donate, volunteer, or get involved can more easily locate and support AAPI nonprofit organizations across the country.
  • The AAPI Nonprofit Database provides a platform for anyone to get involved with and support AAPI nonprofits.
  • "Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have been long-time supporters of the AAPI community and are thrilled to support The Asian American Foundation in launching The AAPI Nonprofit Database," said Kimberly McGee, Senior Manager for the Walmart.org Center for Racial Equity.
  • The AAPI Nonprofit Database highlights the commitment of corporate partners to work with the AAPI community to drive towards solutions together.

This Week in People & Culture News: 10 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering different cultural groups stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • For the fourth year in a row, SKITTLES Pride packs will "give up its rainbow" to support the LGBTQ+ Community and GLAAD's changemaking work.
  • In fact, Black patients are three times more likely than their white counterparts to die from a pregnancy-related complication, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
  • The results from the study inform TAAF's own programming including supporting initiatives that counter bias and build belonging among AAPIs.
  • Between the individuals, there will be similarities, but for some, staying mentally healthy and balanced plays a significant role in their personal journey of vision loss.

The Asian American Foundation Announces First Year Success of its $1.1 Billion AAPI Giving Challenge and Commits $65M Over Five Years Through Launch of new Portfolio Strategy

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On its two-year anniversary, The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) announced today the first year success of the $1.1 billion Giving Challenge and unveiled its Portfolio Strategy, committing $65 million in direct funding over five years to bring transformational impact to the lives of AAPIs and their communities. TAAF will invite our network of partners to co-invest in this Portfolio Strategy to significantly multiply the funding and catalyze the impact. With the TAAF Board covering all of TAAF's operating costs, 100% of all funds raised via this new strategy will go directly to programming and initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • TAAF will invite our network of partners to co-invest in this Portfolio Strategy to significantly multiply the funding and catalyze the impact.
  • In addition, TAAF will continue to execute its own unique initiatives and events to meet the evolving needs of the community.
  • That's why TAAF's Portfolio Strategy focuses on four core initiatives: Anti-Hate, Education, Narrative Change, and Resources & Representation," said Norman Chen, CEO of TAAF.
  • Beginning this year, TAAF will support greater AAPI representation on corporate boards and also additional resources for AAPI small businesses.

Annual Survey Reveals 1 in 2 Asian Americans Feel Unsafe; Nearly 80% Do Not Fully Feel They Belong and Are Accepted in the U.S.

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) today announced the findings of the third annual STAATUS Index—"Social Tracking of Asian Americans in the U.S."—the leading study examining attitudes and stereotypes towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) in the U.S. The inaugural 2021 STAATUS Index was one of the first national studies on this topic in 20 years.

Key Points: 
  • This year's survey reveals that 1 in 2 Asian Americans feel unsafe in the U.S. and nearly 80% of Asian Americans do not completely feel they belong and are accepted.
  • Discrimination and lack of leadership representation contribute most to Asian Americans' lack of belonging in the U.S. Additionally, the survey revealed that young and female Asian Americans are least likely to feel they completely belong and are accepted.
  • 1 in 2 Asian Americans feel unsafe in the U.S.; nearly 80% of Asian Americans do not fully feel they belong and are accepted.
  • Discrimination and lack of leadership representation contribute most to Asian Americans' low levels of belonging in the U.S., felt most acutely by young and female Asian Americans.