Laguna Beach takes pleasure in celebrating the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Island Americans who contributed to our nation and community.
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The pandemic, and its associated blame game, has reminded many of us just how quickly tides can turn how quickly, stepping out of the hospital and taking off my white coat propels me from “health care hero” to dirty bat-eating foreigner, or exotic, submissive object.
A rally against Asian hate in New York City on March 21, 2021. (VickyAndiWang / Twitter)
The other day, I received an email from my medical school in response to increased acts of violence and hate against Asians like me. The Department of Public Safety was offering “situational awareness” training sessions. While well intended, I suppose, situational awareness training returns the onus and therefore responsibility of safety squarely on the shoulders of victims of violence.
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Songs, podcasts, books, and movies recommended by PIH staff
Posted on May 17, 2021
In honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM), Partners In Health (PIH) staff in the United States shared their favorite books, movies, songs, and podcasts that share the lives and experiences of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Their recommendations, below, highlight works that provide inspiration, historical context, and insight into the Asian American experience. Since 1992, May has been federally designated as APAHM and is a time to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, achievements, and contributions of the AAPI community with whom we stand in solidarity at PIH.