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Orlando event to celebrate new law requiring teaching of AAPI history in schools
Read full article: Orlando event to celebrate new law requiring teaching of AAPI history in schoolsAn Orlando coalition that played a major part in ensuring Asian American Pacific Islander history would be a required part of the curriculum in Florida public schools is celebrating that accomplishment at a community event Saturday.
Lead actress in Disney’s Cirque du Soleil show hopes to inspire other multicultural children
Read full article: Lead actress in Disney’s Cirque du Soleil show hopes to inspire other multicultural children“Drawn to Life” is the story of Walt Disney animation’s art brought to life with live acrobatics through the eyes of a young girl named Julie.
Central Florida Zoo event celebrates Asian American, Pacific Islander culture
Read full article: Central Florida Zoo event celebrates Asian American, Pacific Islander cultureCentral Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ first sunset event of 2023 will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander culture and heritage.
Central Florida grassroots group to host town hall to amplify AAPI voters
Read full article: Central Florida grassroots group to host town hall to amplify AAPI votersAsian American Pacific Islanders Coming Together is hosting a town hall at the Orange County Supervisor of Elections office to raise awareness on AAPI issues in the community.
‘Show that you care:’ Orlando lawyer, business leader on how to support AANHPI community
Read full article: ‘Show that you care:’ Orlando lawyer, business leader on how to support AANHPI communityKenway Wong, member of the Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association and the Asian American Chamber of Commerce, discussed the importance of visibility in the AANHPI community.
Annual Asian American heritage festival showcases culture and cuisine in Ocoee
Read full article: Annual Asian American heritage festival showcases culture and cuisine in OcoeeMore than two hundred people gathered Sunday in Ocoee for the 13th annual Asian American Heritage Council Asian Cultural Festival.
Orlando hip-hop duo Smilez and Southstar talk musical inspiration, what they’re doing now
Read full article: Orlando hip-hop duo Smilez and Southstar talk musical inspiration, what they’re doing nowSitting down and chopping it up with Orlando’s own Smilez and Southstar was nothing short of legendary. The latest episode of Riff On This is full of nostalgia, wild moments and laughs as the duo shares their journey in hip-hop in the early 2000s.
Central Florida festival showcases Asian American culture with performances, live music and more
Read full article: Central Florida festival showcases Asian American culture with performances, live music and moreThousands of people are expected to be in Ocoee this weekend for the Asian Cultural Festival.
New law requires AAPI history lessons in Florida classrooms
Read full article: New law requires AAPI history lessons in Florida classroomsAfter a two-year effort by Make Us Visible Florida, Asian American Pacific Islander history will now be a required part of the curriculum in Florida public schools.
Filipino-inspired ice cream shop Sampaguita announces grand opening, collabs for AAPI month
Read full article: Filipino-inspired ice cream shop Sampaguita announces grand opening, collabs for AAPI monthIn addition to its grand opening, Sampaguita is featuring special flavors and hosting some events leading up to Saturday to celebrate Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Orange County leader takes to Tallahassee to fight for inclusion of AAPI history in schools
Read full article: Orange County leader takes to Tallahassee to fight for inclusion of AAPI history in schoolsBehind every piece of legislation is a grassroots leader and a community of supporters championing it.
Barbie unveils Anna May Wong doll for AAPI Heritage Month
Read full article: Barbie unveils Anna May Wong doll for AAPI Heritage MonthSix months after she was immortalized with a U.S. quarter, Asian American Hollywood trailblazer Anna May Wong has received another accolade affirming her icon status — her own Barbie.
News 6 celebrates Central Florida’s Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander community
Read full article: News 6 celebrates Central Florida’s Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communityOver the next 31 days, News 6 hopes to capture some of the contributions, achievements and stories of Central Florida’s own expansive and diverse AANHPI community.
Florida House passes bill requiring AAPI history, culture instruction
Read full article: Florida House passes bill requiring AAPI history, culture instructionThe Florida House unanimously approved a bill Wednesday that would require schools to teach Asian American and Pacific Islander history in K-12 classrooms.
Central Florida grassroots initiative all about amplifying AAPI voices through voting
Read full article: Central Florida grassroots initiative all about amplifying AAPI voices through votingA new grassroots initiative in Central Florida is aiming to amplify the voices of the Asian American, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian (AANHPI) community through voter engagement ahead of election season.
BTS to address anti-Asian hate crimes at White House next week
Read full article: BTS to address anti-Asian hate crimes at White House next weekAs Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes to an end, Grammy-nominated group BTS will return to the U.S. and meet with President Joe Biden next week to address anti-Asian hate crimes and discuss Asian inclusion.
Central Florida’s ‘keepers of hula’ share the history behind this native Hawaiian dance
Read full article: Central Florida’s ‘keepers of hula’ share the history behind this native Hawaiian danceHawaii is known for its beaches, volcanoes, being a major producer of pineapple, and its ancient culture that includes an iconic dance—the hula.
Former Orlando hip-hop artist now helps children through basketball coaching
Read full article: Former Orlando hip-hop artist now helps children through basketball coachingRob "Southstar" Campman first rose to fame nearly 20 years ago as one half of the Orlando-based hip hop duo Smilez and Southstar.
‘They’re like me:’ K-pop dance classes at Orlando studio step up representation, bring diversity
Read full article: ‘They’re like me:’ K-pop dance classes at Orlando studio step up representation, bring diversityClapping, counting, shouting and loud music fill DGBEK Studios in Orlando. But in one studio twice a week, K-pop fills the room.
‘Together we’re stronger:’ How one Central Florida group is growing AAPI businesses
Read full article: ‘Together we’re stronger:’ How one Central Florida group is growing AAPI businessesThe Asian American Chamber of Commerce in Central Florida helps advocate, empower and grow both current and future Asian American business leaders in the area.
Hate incidents targeting Florida’s Asian American population on the rise
Read full article: Hate incidents targeting Florida’s Asian American population on the riseHate incidents targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are on the rise across the nation and across Florida, according to data from several watchdog groups.
Notable faces you should recognize this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Read full article: Notable faces you should recognize this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthMay marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time in which we pay tribute to the generations of people who have enriched our country’s history -- and the ones who are still growing up, who will be instrumental in future successes.
‘American dream:’ AAPI real estate organization helps promote Central Florida homeownership
Read full article: ‘American dream:’ AAPI real estate organization helps promote Central Florida homeownershipThe Asian Real Estate Association of America Greater Orlando works with community partners to help AAPI home and business owners in Central Florida achieve their dreams.
Oviedo sophomore all the buzz after bee, plant conservation project wins science center competition
Read full article: Oviedo sophomore all the buzz after bee, plant conservation project wins science center competitionThe Dr. Nelson Ying Science Competition celebrates high school students who are using science and independent research to benefit humanity.
‘Kaya natin:’ The philosophy behind Orlando’s newest Filipino restaurant
Read full article: ‘Kaya natin:’ The philosophy behind Orlando’s newest Filipino restaurantTwo Filipino business owners are opening a new fine dining restaurant celebrating their culture and food in the Mills 50 district later this summer.
How Orlando’s Mills 50 district turned into thriving Asian American community
Read full article: How Orlando’s Mills 50 district turned into thriving Asian American communityAfter the Vietnam war ended, hundreds of Vietnamese came to Central Florida through the catholic charities refugee program and found a new home near Mills Avenue and Colonial Drive, an area known today as the Mills 50 District.
What’s the scoop on journalism, shave ice? Central Florida Pacific, Hawaiian islanders share their stories
Read full article: What’s the scoop on journalism, shave ice? Central Florida Pacific, Hawaiian islanders share their storiesMovies can transport us just about anywhere, and two Central Florida filmmakers did just that when they explored the lives of a couple of local Pacific Islanders in the latest shorts featured in FusionFest’s MYGration watch party.
AANHPI Heritage Month: Celebrate Central Florida’s Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander community
Read full article: AANHPI Heritage Month: Celebrate Central Florida’s Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communityDuring Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, News 6 hopes to capture and highlight some of the contributions, achievements and stories of Central Florida’s own growing and diverse AANHPI community.
‘We all have a part to play:’ Orlando doctor heals community, funds local schools
Read full article: ‘We all have a part to play:’ Orlando doctor heals community, funds local schoolsWhether he’s patching up patients as a doctor who specializes in internal medicine or donating to Central Florida public schools, Dr. Sundeep Ram dives into community involvement headfirst.
‘Almost like traveling there:’ Kpoppin USA offers unique experience with Korean, Japanese items
Read full article: ‘Almost like traveling there:’ Kpoppin USA offers unique experience with Korean, Japanese itemsK-pop albums, keychains, pillows, sweatshirts, anime merchandise, and monitors playing music videos are just some of the ways this Orlando store greets its customers.
‘It’s important to have someone who looks like you’: Orange County epidemiologist shares experience on pandemic frontlines
Read full article: ‘It’s important to have someone who looks like you’: Orange County epidemiologist shares experience on pandemic frontlinesAlvina Chu explains representation builds stronger community.
Asian Americans say dragon boat racing isn’t about winning
Read full article: Asian Americans say dragon boat racing isn’t about winningThese days when the dragon boats take to the water, it isn’t about looking back but moving forward and discovering how this ancient craft reminds us about how much we all have in common.
Florida Foodie: Henry Moso went from dishwasher to nationally recognized chef
Read full article: Florida Foodie: Henry Moso went from dishwasher to nationally recognized chefChef Henry Moso came to the U.S. at 16 from Laos and in less than 15 years he has grown into a nationally recognized chef and restauranteur.
Meet one of the engineers overseeing supply runs to NASA’s moon outpost
Read full article: Meet one of the engineers overseeing supply runs to NASA’s moon outpostSending supplies to NASA’s orbiting moon outpost will require a whole new logistical game plan but that’s where a key KSC team comes into play.
Schooling audiences, stealing hearts: Asian Pacific educator, cardiologist share their stories
Read full article: Schooling audiences, stealing hearts: Asian Pacific educator, cardiologist share their storiesFusionFest's monthly MYgration films and watch parties explore the immigration stories of Central Floridians.
Asian-owned restaurants you can support in Orlando
Read full article: Asian-owned restaurants you can support in OrlandoIf you’re looking for a refreshing boba tea to sip on after you slurp down a tasty bowl of pho, there are plenty of Asian-owned restaurants in Orlando to help you meet those foodie goals.
‘Shoot for the moon,’ Spaceflight was once a folk tale to this NASA engineer now supporting astronaut launches
Read full article: ‘Shoot for the moon,’ Spaceflight was once a folk tale to this NASA engineer now supporting astronaut launchesCuong Tran, a NASA electrical engineer, moved to the U.S. at 14, overcoming adversity to land his dream job.
Here’s why officials say Asian Americans are the fastest growing population in Central Florida
Read full article: Here’s why officials say Asian Americans are the fastest growing population in Central FloridaAs we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we wanted to take a closer look at this growing population and why they chose to make Central Florida home.
Florida Foodie: Chef Mike Collantes is building a collective in Orlando’s food scene
Read full article: Florida Foodie: Chef Mike Collantes is building a collective in Orlando’s food sceneChef Mike Collantes is quickly growing his "Taglish Collective" despite the challenges he's faced during the pandemic.