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Category: International Examiner

New Japanese American art displayed at Wilburton Station, ‘Calling of the Ancestors’ exhibit call for collective liberation

From International Examiner (by Ana Tanaka) – A new Eastside mural asks viewers to consider how we can all stand against oppression.

CVA 2024: Sokha Danh, founder of the PNW’s first Asian American-owned bookstore, claims space for community through homegrown leadership

From International Examiner (by Chris Potter) – Read an interview with the owner of the Northwest’s first Asian American-owned bookstore!

On the Fence Line: Juneteenth reminds us that state prisons suppress solidarity

From International Examiner (by Felix Sitthivong) – Despite the restrictions of the prison system, community groups are still fighting for incarcerated individuals to have access to cultural events that represent them.

Intended as a ‘third space,’ The Creative Café opens at historic Washington Hall

From International Examiner (by Roxanne Ray) – Opening on MLK Day, January 15th, The Creative Café seeks to provide a “third place” in the Central District.
Bok choy, fish sauce, coconut milk, scallions, and other food items laid out on cardboard boxes.

A push for racial justice, one BIPOC farmer at a time

From International Examiner (by Patranya Bhoolsuwan) – As Black and Brown farmers struggle with structural racism, Friendly Vang-Johnson works for justice through her BIPOC-sourced CSA.
Young girls sitting on the floor threading leaves onto leis.

Restoring Mana: Healing in Pasifika Communities

From International Examiner (by Sela Teulilo) – With the Pasifika community facing pervasive struggles in the wake of the pandemic, API Chaya offers a program of healing through Mana restoration.
Black and white photo of a dragon dancer on a street performing for a group.

Three Lunar New Year stories around Seattle: Remembering, discovering, and transitioning

From International Examiner (by Carmen Hom) – For Lunar New Year, three Asian-American Seattleites share their memories and reflections on the holiday.
A man and woman seated at a table holding hands.

When an icon turns 90: Celebrating Auntie Dorothy

From International Examiner (by Maria Batayola) – As Dorothy Cordova celebrates her 90th birthday, take a moment to look back on her legacy in the Filipino American community. A happy birthday to Auntie Dorothy!
A man carrying a guitar over his shoulder in front of a tube decorated in remembrance of a World War II internment camp reunion.

Seattle welcomes musician Julian Saporiti of No-No Boy at Town Hall on November 12

From International Examiner (By Ben Henry) – Singer-songwriter Julian Saporiti explores the stories of Asian Americans – and the oppression they’ve faced – through folk Americana music.

Bob Shimabukuro: Remembering His Legacy Of Community Activism, Art and Creative Journalism

From International Examiner – Community journalist and activist Bob Shimabukuro passed away on March 20th. Ron Chew pens this moving obituary remembering Shimabukuro’s community-wide impact, kindness, and humor.

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