As the United States nears its 250th anniversary in 2026, the occasion invites celebration, but also an honest look at who gets included in the national story. For…
Every year, as winter gives way to the promise of spring, billions of people around the world mark the arrival of the Lunar New Year, known widely as…
For many of us who have lived in the United States for decades, this country is not simply where we reside, it is where we built our lives.…
We know the sting of subzero wind, the way the cold settles into your bones, the way silence hangs over frozen streets. But this year, the winter around…
The recent killing of a young woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis has shaken our community and raised urgent questions about the direction of federal immigration enforcement.…
As we welcome a new year, the Asian American Unity Coalition extends warm greetings to our members, partners, and friends across the nation. This is a moment not…
Asian Americans are not bystanders in this multipolar world. We are connectors, advocates, and visionaries. Our role is to remind both the United States and the wider world…
In October, I attended two profoundly moving events that left me grappling with sorrow, injustice, and the urgent need for peace. The first was a commemoration of the…
In a landmark moment for Minnesota and the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community, Kaohly Her has been elected as the first Hmong American and first woman…
On October 18, I joined one of the most powerful spontaneous rallies I’ve ever witnessed, right in Golden Valley, Minnesota. The “No Kings” movement, sparked by growing concern…
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is a cherished tradition across East and Southeast Asia. Rooted in moon worship and harvest celebration, it honors the…
On Tuesday, September 16, leaders, advocates, and community members from around the country met in Washington, D.C., for the 2025 AANHPI Unity Summit. Hosted by the Asian American…
On August 17, I attended MN8’s press conference in a small community library gathering that left a profound impression on my heart and conscience. What I expected to…
I’m honored to introduce the AAUC News Portal, a new digital space created to amplify the voices, stories, and impact of grassroots AANHPI organizations across the country. This…
For many Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, especially first and second-generation immigrants, the United States was once a beacon of hope. We arrived with dreams of prosperity, freedom,…
These past few years have tested our resolve. Hate crimes, exclusion, and the rollback of equity programs remind us that our place in America is still being questioned—no…
Each May, communities across the U.S. unite to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, recognizing the profound contributions and diverse cultures that shape the nation.…
AAUC has been actively supporting and cosigning open letters for a wide range of issues affecting Asian American communities across the United States, sponsored by various civic advocacy groups.…
In our tumultuous era, fractured by economic wars and political polarization, the concept of human warmth and compassion offers healing constancy. As algorithms divide us and institutions falter,…
With the current political turmoil in the U.S., one often dreams about the good old days of the 1960s. While often remembered for its spirit of optimism, burgeoning…