Anti-Asian Racism Past & Present / Our Hopes for the Future

JANM’s Chief Curator Karen Ishizuka moderated a discussion with Russell Jeung (SF State University), Taz Ahmed (Good Muslim, Bad Muslim Podcast), Renee Tajima-Peña ("Asian Americans" series producer), and Robin Toma (LA County Human Relations Commission) about attacks on Asians and Asian Americans across the country during this global pandemic; Asians and Asian Americans speaking out against hate and violence, as well as communities of color rising up with mutual aid efforts and creative networks of support in this time of physical isolation; the history of anti-Asian sentiment and the power of strong community in the United States; and how we can go beyond going back to “normal” after this pandemic, and instead imagine a new society that continues to dismantle and fight against racism and prejudice. The program was presented live via Zoom on May 28, 2020. This program is Part I of “Reimagining ‘Normal’,” a new JANM series exploring race and racism in the United States. Programs like this are made possible by the generous support of JANM's members and donors. Become a member (http://janm.org/membership) or consider making a tax-deductible gift so that we can continue to present more public programs like these: http://janm.org/donatenow. Your support makes a difference. Thank you! --- Japanese American National Museum 100 N. Central Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012 http://janm.org