PARTICIPATE: National Day of Silence in USA

PARTICIPATE:  National Day of Silence in USA CLICK HERE TO VIEW  National Day of Silence is observed in April each year as a movement against the harassment and bullying of…

WATCH: The Freedom to Marry

WATCH:  The Freedom to Marry CLICK HERE TO VIEW  (Site) CLICK HERE TO VIEW  (Extended Trailer)   An award winning feature documentary that reveals the same sex marriage movement through…

READ: History of LGBTQ+ History Month

READ:  History of LGBTQ+ History Month  CLICK HERE TO VIEW  LGBTQ+ History Month is in October and each year we mark it with spectacular events celebrating the history and achievements…

WATCH: Mary Wears What She Wants (3-5)

WATCH:  Mary Wears What She Wants (3-5) CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Join Theresa of the Children's Museum of Sonoma County, as she reads aloud "Mary Wears What She Wants" by…

WATCH: So Many Colors, So Many Shapes (K-2)

WATCH:  So Many Colors, So Many Shapes (K-2) CLICK HERE TO VIEW  A while back, a mom of a young toddler asked us to write a song about ethnic diversity. …

EXPERIENCE: The GLSEN Network

EXPERIENCE:  The GLSEN Network CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Student leaders are the most valuable, powerful base of action that exists in our country today. When students lead the way, real change happens. Use these resources to work for positive change and build community in your school!

WATCH: In a Heartbeat

WATCH:  In a Heartbeat CLICK HERE TO VIEW  "In a Heartbeat" - Animated Short Film by Beth David and Esteban Bravo. A closeted boy runs the risk of being outed…

WATCH: A Good Man

WATCH: A Good Man CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Bryan Wilmoth and his seven younger siblings were raised in a strict, religious home. At StoryCorps, Bryan talks with his brother Mike…

PARTICIPATE: Follow Billy Porter on Instagram

PARTICIPATE:  Follow Billy Porter on Instagram CLICK HERE TO VIEW  He is renowned for his showstopping red-carpet outfits but Billy Porter’s influence reaches much further than his fashion style. The singer, writer, director, and actor (he stars on the FX series, Pose) is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community.  

READ: How to Become a Planet (Young Adult)

READ:  How to Become a Planet (Young Adult) CLICK HERE TO VIEW  After she is diagnosed with anxiety and depression, 13-year-old Pluto Timoney, who carries with her an endless curiosity and knowledge of astronomy, experiences her first crush on a girl who is questioning her gender identity.  

READ: The Battle of Spanish Fork

READ:  The Battle of Spanish Fork CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Federal law prohibits employment discrimination founded on race, religion, gender, national identity, disability, and age. No such federal legal protection exists, however, on the basis of sexual orientation, and gay men and lesbians have been denied and fired from jobs because of this aspect of…

LISTEN: Making Gay History – Wendell Sayers

LISTEN:  Making Gay History - Wendell Sayers CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Wendell Sayers was born in Western Kansas on April 29, 1904, and died on March 27, 1998.  He was,…

WATCH: Miss Liz reads Adventures with My Daddies (K-5)

WATCH:  Miss Liz reads Adventures with My Daddies (K-5) CLICK HERE TO VIEW  In today’s virtual storytime we read “Adventures With My Daddies” by Gareth Peter, illustrated by Garry Parsons.  

WATCH: The Saint of Dry Creek

WATCH: The Saint of Dry Creek CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Patrick Haggerty grew up the son of a dairy farmer in rural Dry Creek, Washington, during the 1950s. As a teenager, Pat began to understand he was gay—something he thought he was hiding well. But one day, after performing at a school assembly, Pat learned…

LISTEN: Latinos Who Lunch Podcast

LISTEN: Latinos Who Lunch Podcast CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Latinos Who Lunch is a podcast that was created to provide a digital media platform that reflects the intersectionality between queer,…

READ:  The Cabbage Butterfly

WATCH:  The Cabbage Butterfly CLICK HERE TO VIEW  About this Poem During the years that I wrote and revised this poem, my lover, and ultimately spouse, was gravely ill. Her medical care and my caregiving were deeply complicated by the anti-LGBTQ prejudices of some medical personnel, who certainly viewed us as ‘monsters.’ Every day for…

WATCH: Love, No Matter What

WATCH:  Love, No Matter What CLICK HERE TO VIEW  What is it like to raise a child who's different from you in some fundamental way (like a prodigy, or a differently abled kid, or a criminal)? In this quietly moving talk, writer Andrew Solomon shares what he learned from talking to dozens of parents --…

LISTEN: 81 Words

LISTEN:  81 Words CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The story of how the American Psychiatric Association decided in 1973 that homosexuality was no longer a mental illness.  

READ: The Exhausting Work of LGBTQ Code-Switching

READ:  The Exhausting Work of LGBTQ Code-Switching CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Queer, trans, and non-binary people have to do the extra work of changing how they speak, act and express themselves in everyday spaces.  

READ: Matthew Shepard: The murder that changed America

READ:  Matthew Shepard: The murder that changed America CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The death of a gay student, tortured and tied to a prairie fence in Wyoming two decades ago, shocked America. As Matthew Shepard's ashes are interred in the nation's spiritual home, those who knew him reflect on his remarkable legacy.  

WATCH:  The Laramie Project

WATCH:  The Laramie Project CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The true story of an American town in the wake of the murder of Matthew Shepard.  

LISTEN: Where We Were Then, Where We Are Now

LISTEN:  Where We Were Then, Where We Are Now CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The 20 years since Matthew Shepard's death have been transformative for his mother, Judy. Plus: we talk to Samira Wiley, who appeared in an anniversary production of The Laramie Project.  

EXPERIENCE: Illegal to Be You

EXPERIENCE:  Illegal to Be You CLICK HERE TO VIEW  This website is based on an exhibition that opened at the National Museum of American History in June 2019. Objects pictured…

Experience: The Trevor Project

EXPERIENCE:  The Trevor Project CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. We provide information & support…

WATCH: #GotYourBack: Students tell GLAAD what makes a good LGBT ally

WATCH: #GotYourBack: Students tell GLAAD what makes a good LGBT ally CLICK HERE TO VIEW  GLAAD interviewed students at three colleges about what qualities in a person make them a good LGBT ally. Students offered examples of when allies helped them and provided ways for people to become better allies to the LGBT community. The…

READ: The Ghosts We Keep (Young Adult)

READ:  The Ghosts We Keep (Young Adult)  CLICK HERE TO VIEW  When Liam Cooper, a non-binary teenager, must face the world alone after his older brother Ethan is killed in a hit-and-run accident, they find themselves spending time with Ethan’s best friend, Marcus, who might be the only person who knows exactly what they’re going…

LISTEN: Can A Child Be Raised Free Of Gender Stereotypes? This Family Tried

LISTEN:  Can A Child Be Raised Free Of Gender Stereotypes? This Family Tried CLICK HERE TO VIEW  This week on Hidden Brain, the story of a couple and the challenges they faced in trying to shield their child from gender stereotypes. And we meet their daughter, now a teenager, to hear her take on how…

LISTEN: Nature, Nurture, And Our Evolving Debates About Gender

LISTEN: Nature, Nurture, And Our Evolving Debates About Gender CLICK HERE TO VIEW  This week, we delve into debates over gender and the role of nature and nurture. Plus, we'll look at how society is pushing us beyond the traditional boundaries of those debates as we talk with Jamie Shupe, the first person in the…

WATCH: Are You “AAPI” or “Asian American”? It’s Complicated

WATCH: Are You “AAPI” or “Asian American”? It's Complicated. CLICK HERE TO VIEW  How many A’s in AAPI? Dolly & Adrian hear from South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Islander voices to explore the pros and cons of disaggregating Asian Americans as a statistical category.

EXPERIENCE: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

EXPERIENCE: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month CLICK HERE TO VIEW  May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities,…

READ: Asian American Voices in Poetry

READ: Asian American Voices in Poetry CLICK HERE TO VIEW  This collection is intended to introduce new readers to Asian American poets and to help those who are interested in learning more about these poets and their poetry. It is an ongoing project to make visible the vastness and variety of U.S. literary culture and…

READ: 25 Amazing Children’s Books Celebrating Asian Culture

READ: 25 Amazing Children’s Books Celebrating Asian Culture CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Looking for ways to introduce your child to the rich tapestry of Asian American cultures? Dive into the wonderful world of Asian American children’s books! These captivating stories not only spark a love for reading but also offer a vibrant window into diverse…

LISTEN: Southern Fried Asian – Perry Yung

LISTEN:  Southern Fried Asian - Perry Yung CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Perry kicks off the podcast talking about his family moving to Texarkana, Texas to run a Chinese restaurant when he was a child (1:00). Then, he and Keith talk about how the Oscar-nominated film Minari resonated with them as Asian Americans who grew up…

WATCH:  Minari

WATCH:  Minari CLICK HERE TO VIEW  A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to an Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. The family home changes completely with the arrival of their sly, foul-mouthed, but incredibly loving grandmother. Amidst the instability and challenges of…

LISTEN: Saving the Seeds

LISTEN: Saving the Seeds CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Why do Asian Americans have such deep relationships with fruit? Cathy goes on a quest to find the answers — starting with her friendly neighborhood fruit vendor, Cece, then spending time with friends and listeners in our extended podcast fam.

EXPERIENCE: National Museum of Asian Art

EXPERIENCE: National Museum of Asian Art CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, are located on…

READ: The Myth of Asian American Identity

READ: The Myth of Asian American Identity CLICK HERE TO VIEW  New York Times Magazine: We’re the fastest-growing demographic group in the U.S. But when it comes to the nation’s racial and ethnic divisions, where do we fit in?  

PARTICIPATE: 11 India Sites to Explore from Home

PARTICIPATE:  11 India Sites to Explore from Home CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Google Arts and Culture:  India is a vibrant country full of stunning architectural treasures, unforgettable scenery and a rich, colorful history waiting to be discovered. To inspire you to start exploring, here is a list of 11 incredible locations that you can discover…

EXPERIENCE: Virtual Story Time

EXPERIENCE: Virtual Story Time CLICK HERE TO VIEW  While we are physically apart, we can still share stories from all over Asia. Below is a list of storytelling videos and…

PARTICIPATE: Follow recipes from The Korean Vegan

PARTICIPATE:  Follow recipes from The Korean Vegan CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Molinaro is a Korean American woman, born in Chicago, Illinois. Her parents were both born in what is now known as North Korea. Molinaro started her blog, The Korean Vegan, in 2016, after adopting a plant-based diet. In July 2020, she started her TikTok…

READ: The Story Behind Bao, the Adorable Pixar Short With Oscar Hopes

READ: The Story Behind Bao, the Adorable Pixar Short With Oscar Hopes CLICK HERE TO VIEW  At just 28, Shi is the first woman to direct a Pixar short. She was initially worried that the film would be too dark or too culturally specific for the studio. But Pixar producer Becky Neiman says that the…

LISTEN: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Playlist

LISTEN: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Playlist  CLICK HERE TO VIEW  In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month, the Daily Sundial is highlighting five Asian American and Pacific Islander singers and music groups.

LISTEN: Music of Asian American Research Center

LISTEN:  Music of Asian American Research Center CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Every three months, MAARC will release a Spotify playlist.  Some lists are based on particular moods, some commemorate certain people, and some are based on socio-historical topics. 

PARTICIPATE: JASC: Japanese American Service Committee Online Exhibits

PARTICIPATE: JASC: Japanese American Service Committee Online Exhibits CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The JASC Legacy Center has a long history of producing physical and digital exhibits highlighting materials from the archives. While we do not currently have a facility with a dedicated gallery for physical exhibits, we offer the following digital exhibits as a way…

READ: Japanese American Relocation

READ: Japanese American Relocation CLICK HERE TO VIEW  From the United States Holocost Historical Museum- After the Japanese Imperial Navy attacked US forces at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, bringing the United States into World War II, fear of espionage or sabotage by people of Japanese ancestry gripped the country. In the aftermath of…

READ: Crossing Cultures: the Art of Manga in Hawai’i

READ: Crossing Cultures: the Art of Manga in Hawai'i  CLICK HERE TO VIEW  The National Endowment for the Humanities presents the Hawai’i Council for the Humanities supported exhibition Crossing Cultures: the Art of Manga in Hawai’i brings together seven Hawaiian manga artists to explore the cross-cultural influences and artistic styles of Hawaiian produced manga.

LISTEN: Asian Enough – Padma Lakshmi

LISTEN:  Asian Enough - Padma Lakshmi CLICK HERE TO VIEW  A conversation with “Top Chef” host, model and writer Padma Lakshmi about growing up Indian American in the San Gabriel Valley, cultural appropriation vs. appreciation in food, and her new Hulu show “Taste the Nation."

READ: Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

READ: Yellowface by R.F. Kuang CLICK HERE TO VIEW  White lies. Dark humor. Deadly consequences… Bestselling sensation Juniper Song is not who she says she is, she didn’t write the…

EXPERIENCE: Anderson Japanese Gardens

EXPERIENCE: Anderson Japanese Gardens CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Construction of Anderson Japanese Gardens began in 1978, when Rockford businessman John Anderson was inspired by a visit to the Portland Japanese…

PARTICIPATE: Creating Story with Music

PARTICIPATE: Creating Story with Music CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Students express the Balinese concept of working together to create a community by applying the kecak musical pattern of interlocking parts…

LISTEN: AAWW Radio: New Asian American Literature

LISTEN: AAWW Radio: New Asian American Literature CLICK HERE TO VIEW  All your favorite Asian American writers reading & in conversation with each other. AAWW Radio is the podcast of the Asian American Writers' Workshop, a national nonprofit and an alternative literary arts space working at the intersection of race, migration, and social justice. We're…

WATCH: Asian Americans | PBS

WATCH: Asian Americans | PBS CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Asian Americans is a five-hour film series that delivers a bold, fresh perspective on a history that matters today, more than…

EXPERIENCE: Korean Heritage

EXPERIENCE: Korean Heritage CLICK HERE TO VIEW  Google Arts and Culture: Explore stories that have shaped the lives of the people of Korea.

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