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Asian Americans: Norman Chen

August 3rd, 2023

“Belonging is so core to our existence, our contributions, our engagement.”

Norman Chen is the CEO of the Asian American Foundation or TAAF. We discuss racism against Asians and the pursuit of belonging through philanthropy, civic engagement, and education.

Deep misconceptions about Asian Americans persist. Narrative change is key for people to see Asian Americans as really being Americans. Only about 1.5% of schools offer a formal Asian American studies program, although Asian American history and Pacific Islander history is a critical part of American history. TAAF aims to build greater belonging and prosperity for AAPIs everywhere.

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Credits:

Host: Mila Atmos 

Guest: Norman Chen

Executive Producer: Mila Atmos

Producers: Zack Travis