What to expect?
An event to celebrate the achievements and existence of Asian and Pacific Islander youth these past few years, because there’s been a lot of attention on API hate. Come celebrate and explore with us: What is it about our API communities that enable us to gain strength in the face of violence? What are some cultural norms and values that help move us forward?
9:30 am-10 am : Check In
10 am-10:30 am : Welcome/Intro
10:30 am-11 am : API Speakers
11 am-12 pm : Lunch/Booth Visit
- Breakfast for Lunch provided for everyone!
12 pm-1 pm : Workshops/Activities
1 pm-1:50 pm : API Performances
1:50 pm-2 pm : End of the Forum
API Performances :
1. Spoken Word Poems
2. Different Dance Styles -> Classical Thai, Indian, and Hip-hop
3. Performance on a Song about Resilience
Workshop Topics :
1. How to get involved in social justice?
2. Conflict Resolution
3. Language Access and Gentrification
Throughout the forum attendees will have opportunities to talk and interact with the community youth leaders and speakers about their social projects.
Keynote Speaker :
We are delighted to have the Miss Taiwanese American speak at the API Youth Forum. She will be speaking about her struggles and obstacles as a 20 year old immigrant.
Location : The Mayne Events Center
16400 Bellflower Boulevard Bellflower, CA, 90706 United States