Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, or AAPI Heritage Month, is celebrated in May to recognize the contributions and accomplishments of Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Native Hawaiians. President George H. W. Bush designated May as AAPI Heritage Month in 1992. The month was chosen to commemorate the first Japanese immigrants arriving in the United States on May 7, 1843, and the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869, which was built by mostly Chinese immigrants. Here is a link to learn more about Asian Pacific American Heritage month: https://buff.ly/44kFVKG #gtt #globaltechnicaltalent #gttholiday #asianpacificamericanheritage #asianpacificamericanheritagemonth #aapi #asianpacificamericanheritage2024
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Did you know that May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month? Here are some interesting facts about this celebration: 🔸Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month takes place in May to mark the arrival of the first Japanese immigrant to the United States, which occurred on May 7, 1843. 🔸There are more than 19.4 million Asian Americans in the U.S., and it is the fastest growing ethnic group. 🔸There are 15 independent Pacific Island nations in addition to tens of thousands of islands, islets, and atolls. #genesis10 #aapi #asianpacificamerican
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May is AAPI Heritage Month, honoring the culture, traditions, and history of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. This annual observance commemorates significant milestones, like the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants on May 7, 1843, and the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869, largely built by Chinese laborers. The rich heritage of these communities has profoundly shaped US history. #MilitaryMakeover #AsianAmericanAndPacificIslanderHeritageMonth #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPIHeritageMonth2024
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Did you know that May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month? It's a time to celebrate and appreciate the rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions of Asian Americans to the fabric of American society. How we can honor the courage, and contributions of Asian Americans while confronting the ongoing challenges of discrimination and marginalization this Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month? Follow Lori Tsugawa Whaley to learn more about Japanese history and let us commit ourselves to building a more inclusive and equitable society.💬 Read more:
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Getting to know other cultures and their unique attributes is only one of the reasons we celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Learn about the diversity of the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) community in the U.S. and the issues impacting them today. https://lnkd.in/e-qfJRun #AAPI #AAPIHeritageMonth #AsianAmericanandPacificIslandHeritageMonth #AsianAmericanandPacificIslandHeritage #AsianAmericanandPacificIslander
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Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month May marks Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, a time to honor the cultural heritage, contributions, and achievements of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. From business leaders to innovators, artists to activists, Asian Pacific Americans have shaped history and continue to inspire us daily. Explore featured collections from the National Archives in honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month here: https://ow.ly/pFFo50RxB4R Tell us, who are some Asian Pacific Americans you’re inspired by? #AsianPacificAmericanHeritageMonth #aapiheritagemonth
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Asian Heritage Month: a time to recognize the history and celebrate the contributions that Asian communities have made and continue to make to in Canada. Learn more about significant events in the history of Asian communities in Canada: https://ow.ly/kfP750RtwwX #AHM2024
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May marks the observance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. During this period, AAE recognizes accomplished speakers who champion equality and dignity for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Explore some of these influential voices. #AAPIHM #AANHPI #AAE #SpeakersBureau #EventProfs
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The United Nations recognises the value of cultural differences with its World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development on 21 May. It aims to highlight the essential role of intercultural dialogue in achieving peace and sustainable development. Here, we explore cultural diversity, its history as a concept, what factors influence it, and how educators can work to encourage intercultural dialogue and understanding. Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wJZni
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Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month is observed annually in May to celebrate the contributions that generations of have made to American history, society, and culture. Throughout the month, you’ll likely see celebration events under many names and acronyms, including AAPI; Asian American; APIDA; Asian; Asian Diaspora Heritage Month; and AANHPI. While often used interchangeably, each term has its own meaning and history depending on who you ask, and when in history. Learn more about the evolution of the names used to solidify a movement and combat the history of American Imperialism and modern racist stereotypes: https://lnkd.in/g7Uba-vk
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