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The story behind Asian Pacific American Heritage, and why it's celebrated in MayMay marks the beginning of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This year's theme is Advancing Leaders Through Collaboration.

Places - Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage (U.S. National Park Service)

11 Asian American History Moments You Should KnowMuch of Asian American history remains unknown to many Americans

Asian American Artists and Selected Works | Smithsonian InstitutionAmerican artists of Asian heritage bring a combined legacy to their work, and varieties of Asian thought and spiritual practice have had a profound and lasting influence on a remarkable number of... Learn more

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - Origins, Themes & PopulationsAsian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI Heritage Month) is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States. The AAPI umbrella term includes cultures from the entire Asian continent.

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month: Stories, Facts, History & More | PBSStream documentaries and learn facts to celebrate Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian heritage.

AAPI Heritage MonthAsian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month provides an opportunity for educators and students to reflect on this history, and integrate these stories into a renewed understanding of our American narrative.

Spotlight on Asian Pacific AmericansIn this series, we will spotlight inspiring figures that have helped shape culture, politics, the arts, and the entrepreneurial spirit in America.

Prisoner in My Homeland - MissionUSIt's 1941. You are 16-year-old Henry Tanaka. When your family is imprisoned and your loyalty questioned, how will you respond?

Open Book Curriculum - The WeitzmanOpenBook: Discovering American Jewish History Through Objects Download our national curriculum OpenBook: Discovering American Jewish History Through Objects to teach American Jewish history through objects and partner learning! OVERVIEW The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish of History is pleased to offer OpenBook: Discovering American Jewish History Through Objects. Based on material culture from […]

Jewish American Heritage MonthEnlarge Eddie Cantor, Albert Einstein, Sammy Davis Jr., Ruth Bader Ginsburg NARA is proud to observe Jewish American Heritage Month and to recognize Jewish contributions to American culture, history, military, science, government, and more. In 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed May as Jewish American Heritage Month. This was a result of a concerted effort by American Jewish leaders to introduce resolutions in both the U.S. Senate and the House urging the President to proclaim a month specifically recognizing Jews in America and their contributions to the United States.

Your Guide to Jewish Holidays | My Jewish LearningThere are essentially three major categories of Jewish holidays, celebrations, and commemorations found in the Jewish calendar. These are biblical holidays, rabbinic holidays, and post-rabbinic celebrations.

Emma Lazarus Project Curriculum - American Jewish Historical SocietyBring the story of Emma Lazarus to your classroom. Emma’s life and legacy will inspire your students to participate in the ongoing conversation of what it means to be an American. Possible Pathways This curriculum offers teachers a modular digital framework which gives them the agency to make choices about what fits into their curriculum […]

BINAH: Building Insights to Navigate Antisemitism & Hate | EVERFIBINAH: Building Insights to Navigate Antisemitism & Hate motivates students to identify as global citizens with respect for all people, regardless of the makeup of their school community. Available in Spanish.

Cinco De Mayo

Cinco de Mayo (pronounced [ˈsiŋko ðe ˈmaʝo] in Mexico, Spanish for "Fifth of May") is a yearly celebration held on May 5, which commemorates the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza.

May 17th: Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia Day!

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia is a holiday observed around the world on May 17. The event is held every year to help raise awareness about L.G.B.T.Q. issues. It helps to share information about some of the issues faced by the community. These orientations are criminalized in many countries around the world. They are not allowed to have relationships and cannot be legally married. People in the community face a lot of prejudice and discrimination. They also face some hostility that can sometimes lead to violence. The holiday helps to remove some of the stigma surrounding these orientations.

Celebrating Malcom X

Civil rights activist Malcolm X was born on May 19, 1925. During his lifetime, he rose to the national stage as a leading voice that advocated for black self-determinism and self-defense. His influence led to the growth of the Nation of Islam (NOI) from a mere 400-member organization in the 1950s to 40,000 by 1960. His legacy and work still inspire and inform us about equality and social justice, immortalizing him as a historical figure revered by all generations! Let’s pay homage to the legend by knowing more about him!

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Welcome !Irvington UFSDDepartment for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

May 17th: Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia Day!

Celebrating Malcom X

Welcome !
Irvington UFSD
Department for
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion