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RECEIVING GIFTS: Being Thoughtful with the AAPI Fam

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we’re very excited to showcase our affection towards our partner. What better way than to give them something that would be a physical reminder of your devotion to them? Enter the 3rd Love Language in our series, Receiving Gifts.
Interviews

Roxanne Volkmann and her Mission Towards Inclusivity and Compassion

The pull to help others and imprint on making a difference is stronger than one’s own desire to attain something just for themselves. For others, this calling comes later in life, but to the very unique few, this calling happens much earlier. Roxanne Volkmann happens to be one of those few who was called to serve others when she was just a young 19-year-old.
Business

PHYSICAL TOUCH: AAPI-Owned Spas and Massage Places Around Chicago

Receiving and giving physical contact is important for these people. It doesn’t have to be a consistent display of affection. On a normal day, a simple kiss-on-the-cheek goodbye or hand on the back while walking can be enough. For special occasions like Valentine's Day, perhaps a relaxing massage can be an ideal date.

Words of Affirmation in Different Asian Languages

Affirming one’s feelings isn’t limited to long poetic monologues that proclaim how much you care. It is also expressed in consistent small phrases of endearment, gratitude, or encouragement. There are so many ways to express these feelings and the existence of languages has only made the selection more diverse.
Arts/Entertainment

Must Visit Cambodian Establishments Around Chicago

For this feature we’d like to highlight some establishments of our Cambodian brothers and sisters so that we may take a glimpse into their culture and lifestyle. Here are some places around Chicago that is worth visiting.
Community

Don’t Miss Out: 2023 Lunar New Year Events in Chicago

Lunar New Year creates fresh memories for us to bond and get together. Here’s the 2023 list of Lunar New Year events in Chicago!
Arts/Entertainment

Filipino DJs to get the Party Started

We’re providing you with a complete list of Filipino DJs that you could definitely hire for your next wild event! Check them out!
Arts/Entertainment

Why Add BALD SISTERS to your Holiday List

This isn’t sparkles and candy canes so it may seem unfitting for the holiday season. But for those who appreciate society and diversity–or even just have fun affection for theater plays–watching BALD SISTERS is not a wasted space on your list!
Arts/Entertainment

AAPI Inclusive Films for the Holidays!

Some films are not set during Christmas nor about Christmas. What the list offers is a collection of feel-good movies that can contribute to your hallowed festivity!
Community

Gifting Ideas ft. AAPI Businesses

The holiday season is finally upon us, and the spirit of giving has never been more present again. We thought of helping you out with a few gifting ideas for those last-minute shoppers. 
Politics

New AAPI Leaders from 2022 Midterm Election Results

This year’s midterm election results have shown us that more Asian-American leaders are stepping up the mantle in service to the local community. Get to know these leaders as they take the AAPI community to the next level.
Community

Comcast Rise Reaches Program's Goal of Supporting 13,000 Small Businesses Hardest Hit By COVID-19

As the two-year Comcast RISE program comes to its close, Comcast celebrates having provided over $110 million in monetary, marketing, and technology grants to strengthen and empower small businesses owned by people of color and women.