
Media Narratives: Evaluating U.S.-China Headlines
November 15, 2023
China's rising influence makes stories about its global engagement likely to dominate news cycles. Although the COVID-19 pandemic halted much of China's media engagement, as restrictions ease and issues like trade, defense, and more resurface due to the 2024 presidential elections, it is crucial to examine how journalists report on China and its relationship with the U.S. Our panelists offer teachers a framework for understanding news headlines.
Teaching Asian American Narratives through Literature
September 27, 2023
What books influenced your perspective when you were in school? Did you read stories about people from a variety of backgrounds? When you immerse yourself in a good book, even if the story is about someone who may seem dissimilar to you, your world is opened to different perspectives and you can recognize our shared humanity.
Resource for Teachers
What We Do
The 1990 Institute is a nonprofit that creates and supports educational programming and mobilizes collaborative leadership networks to improve mutual understanding, promote a constructive environment for U.S.-China relations, and champion the fair and equitable treatment of Asian Americans.
Envisioning a positive environment for Asian Americans
in America and for U.S.relations with China
Connecting Cultures:
A Giving Journey
This Giving Tuesday, we're asking for your help to support education, break down stereotypes, address unjust acts, raise awareness, promote cross-cultural understanding, and build cultural bridges.
New Video
Beyond the Tiles: Making Connections Through Mahjong
(July 13, 2023)
ChatAAPI
ChatAAPI is an original comedy talk show that satirizes current news and events relevant to Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities.
By combining comedy and education, ChatAAPI enriches our understanding of the AAPI experience and allows us to find laughter in shared experiences.
Newsletter
How can the festival of lights bring us together with hope and belonging?
An Essay by
Frances Kai-Hwa Wang
November 3, 2023