CUNY Newswire article on AAPI events at CUNY during the Asian Heritage Month. Quote: “Highlights include a community speak-out against anti-Asian violence at the College of Staten Island; a John Jay College of Criminal Justice “Mindfulness Yoga” virtual event that intertwines yoga philosophy and the pursuit of social justice; and an interactive workshop by LaGuardia Community College on coping with the trauma and anxiety of AAPI hate. CUNY TV is also airing “Speak Out: The Rise of Asian American Hate,” a special edition of its in-depth “Asian American Life” news magazine program that will air on May 4.”

The Project DIVE (Diversity, Inclusion, & Valuing Equity) Committee at LaGuardia Community College is hosting a town hall meeting for students, faculty, and staff who are interested in sharing their experiences and thoughts about the recent rise of anti-Asian incidents in New York City. To participate in the event, register at https://bit.ly/aav-town-hall2. Title: Combating Anti-Asian Violence Town Hall 2 Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Time: 2:15pm-3:15pm Place: Zoom URL: https://bit.ly/aav-town-hall2 Description: During the second part of our Town Hall, we will continue the conversation about the history of anti-Asian racism and violence, how the model minority myth is inextricably tied …