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Please RSVP: TOMORROW (Thurs. 7/12) - Reception for Tram Nguyen, candidate for State Rep. (18th Essex District) Just a quick reminder to please RSVP for tomorrow's reception supportin g Tram Nguyen - candidate for State Representative in the 18th Essex District (portions of Andover, North Andover, Boxford and Tewksbury) Here are details for our event (also see attached invitation): - When: TOMORROW, Thursday, July 12th (5:30-7pm) - Where: Verrill Dana, LLP - One Boston Place (Suite 1600), Boston - Co-Hosts: ~ Boston City Council President Andrea Campbell ~ Councilor At-Large Annissa Essaibi George ~ Councilor At-Large Michelle Wu ~ City Councilor Lydia Edwards ~ Attorney Geoff Why ~ Leverett Wing ~ ** To RSVP & Donate: https://secure.actblue .com/donate/7-12reception   - Please note: RSVP'ing would be helfpul for entering thru building security As I've mentioned, Tram is a talented candidate, with a truly inspiring story:  - From her journey, fleeing the hostile communist regime of Vietnam (when she was only 5 years old)...  - Through her educational accomplishments, graduating at the top her class at Methuen High School, then continuing onto college...  - To her current work as a staff attorney with Greater Boston Legal Service (GBLS) where she works selflessly to help victims of crimes... ... Tram is a smart, selfless and resilient candidate who I think will be a fantastic State Representative.  To learn more about her, please visit her website at: http://votetram.com/meet-tram/    (Hint: Watch the video!) I hope you can join us in supporting Tram Nguyen tomorrow. We are a peer-led, community-based network dedicated to advancing Asian women's health and wellness through education, advocacy, and support.   AWFH Newsletter | July 2018 Facebook Twitter Website Subscribe Email Congratulate to Newly Elected AWFH Board Members     Check out AWFH's website to meet and greet with our newly-elected board members.  AWFH also sincerely thanks Caroline Cai, Julia Lai and Manas Babas for their services. Seeking Participants of Self-Care Video Project     Asian Women for Health is working with Nikita Sampath, a multimedia journalist to produce a short video on Self Care within the Pan-Asian community.  The goal of the project is to  Spread awareness on the existing ideas of self care and traditional medicine within the Pan-Asian community, and  To bring awareness to the Pan-Asian and larger communities regarding the importance of practicing self care Toward the same, we are looking for volunteers to answer simple questions on their ideas of self care. We are also looking for expert opinions on  The ideas of mind, body, spirit connection and the traditional approach to health  Preventive-care as a form of self care and Asian attitudes towards it The importance of self care and what happens when it is not present Any questions regarding the project can be addressed to Nikita Sampath at nikita.v.sampath@gmail.com When: Monday, July 16, 2018, 5:30pm - 8:30pm Where: John Hancock Tower - EY Boston Office 23rd Floor Conference Room, 200 Clarendon Street, Boston Find out more here Sign up for webinars: Taking Your Anti-Racism Work To the Next Level Want to go beyond comfortable anti-racist work and make a tangible difference in your own communities? This webinar is for you! Practical Decolonization: How To Live It Daily Colonialism is deeply rooted in American history. It’s time to start unlearning it. Practical Decolonization Pt. 2: How to Take Your Liberation Movements to the Next Level Find out what you can do join the fight against white supremacy! Not That Kind of Feminist: Moving Beyond White Feminism The women who make up the world don't consist of a singular narrative – so why should your feminism? 2018 Camp City Awake Once a year, we challenge ourselves to a decidedly different approach to next gen connection and conversation: Camp City Awake. Last summer, it was 100 leaders in a cabin in New Hampshire. This year, we’re keeping Boston in view with a day-long outdoor learning experience at Thompson Island.  When: Friday, July 27, 2018, 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM Fund out more here Announcing: 2018 CelebrASIANS Benefit Fashion Show When: Saturday, October 13, 6 - ( PM Where: Boston Medical Center Shapiro Building Atrium, 725 Albany Street, Boston MA 02118  Click here to register! Email us for more info Calling for Participants for Research Study    Exploring Medical Preferences of Women with Estrogen Receptor (EMPOWER) is a study that is being conducted by researchers at the University of Massachusetts – Boston (UMB) and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI). We are interested in speaking to young women who have been diagnosed with hormone-receptor-positive (HR+) breast cancer to gain a better understanding of women’s thoughts about taking oral hormonal treatment, such as tamoxifen or an aromatase inhibitor, and their current experience with such treatments. We will screen interested women to check whether they are eligible to participate in an English or Spanish interview about their experiences with oral hormonal treatment. Interested women should: Have been younger than 45 years of age when diagnosed with breast cancer Identify as Black, Latina, Hispanic OR are experiencing financial stress Have a history of Stage 1, 2, or 3 hormone-receptor positive (HR+) breast cancer Have completed chemotherapy and/or radiation, between 6 months to 2 years ago Have no evidence of breast cancer recurrence    This will be a one-time phone interview; all information will be strictly confidential, and a $40 gift card will be sent to participants after the interview as a thank you.  Interested in participating or learning more about EMPOWER? Call 617-582-7942 or 617-287-7174 Email empower@partners.org or empower@umb.edu Visit https://www.umb.edu/gokids/empower  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Recruitment for the third cohort of Pathways to Wellness, a Dana-Farber study about wellness after breast cancer, will begin this summer. The study, conducted in collaboration with the University of California Los Angeles and Johns Hopkins University, compares how mindfulness meditation or survivorship education meet the common needs of young survivors. Eligible participants are women who were diagnosed with early-stage (0-III) breast cancer at or before age 50, and are within 5 years of diagnosis. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact the study team: 617-582-9706 orPathwaysToWellness@partners.org.   Science News: Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in South Asians in the United States: Epidemiology, Risk Factors, and Treatments The Scientific Statement looks at how atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk factors affect South Asians, with special focus on those living in the United States. The Scientific Statement focuses on how ASCVD risk factors affect the South Asian population living in the U.S. to inform clinical strategies to reduce disease and guide future research to reduce ASCVD in this population. This AHA Scientific Statement reviewed the scientific literature relevant to the South Asian population regarding demographics and risk factors, health behaviors, and interventions, including physical activity, diet, medications, and community strategies. Source: Circulation. You can read more here Science News: Early warning tool for breast cancer prediction in southeast Asian women   A researcher at The University of Nottingham Malaysia is collaborating with scientists at Cancer Research Malaysia, Singapore and the United Kingdom to develop a new early warning tool that could help to predict which women in South East Asia are most at risk of developing breast cancer. The work of Dr. Weang Kee Ho in the University's Department of Applied Mathematics could help to find out whether it is possible to target expensive mammographic screening at women who are most likely to be affected, enabling doctors to detect the disease in its early stages when it is most treatable. Source: Medicalxpress. You can read more here. Volunteer with AWFH Asian Women for Health is always seeking volunteers to become part of our network! If you are interested, please take part in this brief survey. Your participation will help us match your interests to the various volunteer opportunities. We look forward to growing the AWFH network with your help! Clean, Shop, Do Good! AWFH is partnering with Union & Fifth to gather and sell donated designer items from members. All proceeds will help AWFH continue serving and educating women about health!   DONATE HERE LIST OF ACCEPTED BRANDS Calling Sponsors for Newsletter! Promote your company/organization here to over 2,200 AWFH e-newsletter subscribers! CLICK FOR MORE INFO Educate. Advocate. Reciprocate. 83 Wallace Street, Somerville, MA 02144 617.767.1071 www.asianwomenforhealth.org Upcoming Events Annual Summer BBQ Saturday, July 28, 2018 from 12-5PM Arsenal Park Picnic Area, 485 Arsenal Street. Watertown, MA 02472 It's that time of the year again! Join NAAAP Boston in collaboration with the Boston Asian Professionals Meetup for a day of great food and fun activities. Take in the summer weather, enjoy the fine food, participate in the raffle and outdoor games. Don't miss out with this fun networking cookout! Early Bird Tickets are $5 for NAAAP members and $15 for non-NAAAP members till July 10. After July 10, tickets increase to $15 for NAAAP members and $20 for non-NAAAP members.  Registration Link: https://boston.naaap.org/events/naaap-annual-bar-b-q Habitat for Humanity Saturday, July 21, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Greater Boston (more details to follow) This is a great volunteer opportunity for those looking to give back to the local area community.  Habitat for Humanity of Greater Boston helps bring people together to build homes, communities and hope by revitalizing neighborhoods, building sustainable and affordable housing solutions, and empowering families through successful homeownership. RSVP link: https://naaap-boston.silkstart.com/events/habitat-for-humanity Arise to Lead" Leadership Convention by NAAAP  August 23-25, 2018  Atlanta, GA NAAAP National is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2018 Leadership Convention, “Arise to Lead”, at the InterContinental Hotel in Buckhead, Atlanta, GA! The purpose of the convention is to enable and inspire people to achieve success through leadership in society, business, and government. The Leadership Convention consists of several programs and events including a summit for leaders of employee/business resource groups, professional development workshops, keynote sessions by leaders from the Asian and Pacific American (APA) community, a diversity career fair, and The ATL Gala featuring the NAAAP 100 and Inspire Awards. The Convention welcomes attendees from all professional backgrounds, and is inclusive of people of all races and ethnicities. To learn more about the convention and register, please check out the Leadership Convention's main website: https://www.leadershipconvention.org Acceler ASIAN September 29, 2018 Tickets go live mid-July Our professional development conference offers the inspiration and practical knowledge you need to achieve and advance in your career. Through interactive speakers, panels, and workshops, learn to embrace your authentic self, strengthen communication, and prepare for the future workforce. Hear from keynote speaker Bill Imada, former CEO of IW Group, an award-winning marketing agency, as well as guests from State Street, Wayfair, EY, and more. Toastmasters Thursday, July 12 and 26, 2018, 6:30-8:00 PM EST CIC, 50 Milk St, 16th Floor, Edison Room, Boston, MA 02109 Looking to be a better communicator?  Want to deliver amazing presentations?  NAAAP Toastmasters Club provides a friendly and supportive environment for you to grow as a leader.  The meetings are open to the public and everyone is welcome.  Join us and take the next step in actualizing your potential today! Past Events NAAAP in the Community Thank you to everyone who joined us on June 9th at the Rice Sticks & Tea food pantry! We greatly appreciate your time and efforts in helping package and distribute food and grocery items to local low-income Asian families.   Opportunities NAAAP is recruiting Leaders!  Do you have a strong skill set and looking for the right opportunity to serve in a mission driven non-profit organization? Are you interested in building your leadership skills and expand your professional network?  NAAAP Boston could be the right fit for you!  Volunteer Leadership Positions [Corporate Account Manager] – NAAAP Boston, Boston [Vice President of Member Relations]– NAAAP Boston, Boston [Director of Technology] – NAAAP Boston, Boston [PR/Marketing Director] – NAAAP Boston, Boston As a leader of NAAAP Boston, you will receive: Meaningful leadership experience that will help you become a better leader Specific leadership training   For more information on our job postings, please contact recruiting@naaapboston.org. For more information on our job postings, please contact corporaterelations@naaapboston.org. > View All Jobs Shopping with Amazon! Support today’s Asian American youth and NAAAP Boston by shopping on Amazon Smile! With every purchase you make, a portion of the proceeds goes to our NAAAP Boston Scholarship Fund, used every year to reward high school seniors with exceptional leadership and high academic achievement.  Make sure to shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/04-3168838 and share this link for everyone to see - your co-workers, friends, family - and tell them how to get amazing deals and generate donations!  Please join us for the first mixer event in Boston for Female AAPI of ACE NextGen, the premier national network of Asian American and Pacific Islander millennial entrepreneurs. This is an amazing event where you can learn & connect with fellow Boston-based female entrepreneurs over Macarons+Bubbly+Appetizers in an intimate group setting! Space is limited (capped at 25), so don't miss out and get tickets today!  We are so excited to hear from our prolific speaker: Yvonne Hao, CFO of PillPack (pillpack.com), a Somerville-based online pharmacy designed to provide the best consumer experience, which recently got sold to Amazon for $1 Billion! Not to mention, we will have talented CL Tian, Founder of Pinkoa.com as our moderator! Event Schedule: 6:00-6:30 Networking 6:30-7:00 Interview/Story 7:00-7:15 Questions by moderator 7:15-7:30 Open Q&A 7:30-8:00 Networking * Appetizers (sponsored by Mei Mei Restaurant) + Macaron (Boston Bonbon) + Bubbly will be provided. All women-owned businesses. Ticket Price: $5 for ACE NextGen members or if you sign up for membership (our annual membership fee is $100)  OR $20 for non-members Our membership gives you access to an exclusive directory of API entrepreneurs from all over the country and discounted or free access to most events! * This event is for people who are female-identified. We use an inclusive definition of “woman” and “female” and we welcome trans women, genderqueer women, and non-binary people who are significantly female-identified. ---Attendee List (will be updated soon)---- 1) Rita Ng, Founder of Boston Bonbon (bostonbonbon.com) 2) CL Tian, Founder of Pinkoa.com I'm excited to invite you to the Graduation of our newest Commonwealth Seminar class, THIS Wednesday, June 20th (see invitation email, below).   As we approach two huge milestones (... our 15th Anniversary & our 1,300th Graduate), we'd love for you to meet our newest, stellar class, and hear some of their inspiring stories (... the "class testimonials" are always a highlight!). Our Graduation Ceremony will be at the State House (Room 222) from 3:15pm-5pm.  Afterwards, please join us at our Celebratory Reception from 5:30pm-7pm at Scholar's (25 School Street - just down the Hill).  Both events are always a fun time, filled with "positive energy". Please see our email invitation below for more information & details about the Seminar and our current class.  Hope you can join us this Wednesday! - Leverett (email invitation, below) ----------------------- Leverett Wing - Executive Director The Commonwealth Seminar: "Opening the Doors of Government to Everyone" Use code aceNGmember to get 50% off! As promised, we are offering our paid members the first priority in our flagship event, the annual conference, and giving you the first chance to purchase the tickets at half price! As a community and as entrepreneurs, story telling is a key component in selling our brand to the world -- be it, customers, investors, employees and sometimes family. And it pays too, Warren Buffet commonly identifies story telling as the #1 way to increase your net worth. So this year the theme of our third annual national conference will be: "Origins". We will bring together story tellers and coaches in the API community to share their wisdom and knowledge so you can come away better equipped to express yourself and the value your business. This is the premier API gathering of millennial entrepreneurs and small business owners from all over America. Come forge relationships and business opportunities that will last a lifetime. Attendance will be capped at 200. Member Price: $100 Non-Member Price: $200 Keynote Speaker: 2020 Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Sponsored by: Southwest Airlines Purchase Your Ticket! Leverett Wing Wanted to invite you to join me and a number of business, professional and community leaders for a Breakfast Reception, supporting our friend Dan Koh's Congressional Campaign (MA-3rd District). Here are the event details: - When: Next Wednesday (June 6th) 8:00am-9:00am - Where: Verrill Dana, LLP - One Boston Place, Suite 1600, Boston - Co-Hosts: Eva Chau; Selina & Joe Chow; Eugene Ho; Jeff Hsi; Paul W Lee; Colette Phillips; Marian Tse; Leverett Wing; Barbara & Bert Why; Geoffrey Why; Emily Yu - Contribute/RSVP: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/gfwy# As I've consistently stated, Dan's intelligence, tireless work ethic, and progressive vision make him an amazing candidate... and will make him a fantastic Congressman. Dan's priorities include expanding access to quality, affordable healthcare and fighting for an economy where everyone can earn a living wage and has the opportunity to get ahead. He recently released his plan to improve our educational system which includes: Universal Pre-K, Tuition Free Community Colleges and Reducing Student Debt.  You can read more about it here: https://koh2018.com/dan-koh-rolls-out-comprehensive-education-platform/ A descendant of Korean and Lebanese immigrants, Dan served as Chief of Staff to Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, where he managed 18,000 employees and a $3 billion budget during one of the most prosperous four-year stretches in Boston’s history. Previously, Dan served as Chief of Staff at the Huffington Post. He also served as an advisor to Boston Mayor Tom Menino and as an intern for Senator Ted Kennedy I hope you can join us next Wednesday to support Dan. Just a quick reminder about TOMORROW NIGHT'S Tenth Annual Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration, at WGBH-TV/Radio (7pm-9pm, at One Guest Street, Brighton). The event is FREE, and open to the public (see below for details), but registration is required. We hope you can join us for this milestone celebration during which we'll spotlight AAPI entrepreneurs who have risen to the top of their fields while remaining civically engaged in the community.  We'll also highlight some of the diverse programming which WGBH will be showing in honor of AAPI Heritage Month. A very special "thank you!" to: WGBH's Liz Cheng (General Manager for WGBHTelevision and The World Channel), Amy Axelrod (Director of Board Relations), Elizabeth Hagyard, and Meryl Franzone for their tireless work in, once again, engaging the community and putting this event together. No other broadcast medium does AAPI Heritage Month like PBS (especially, WGBH).  With its demonstrated commitment to diversity in broadcasting, 'GBH is a wonderful resource for our communities, and "sets the standard" for broadcast media. I'm extremely proud to be an Overseer at WGBH, and I hope you'll join us tomorrow for our Tenth Annual AAPI Heritage Month Celebration. Details on our event are below. Hope to see you there! - Leverett (RSVP & event details, below) Please Join Eva Chau | Selina & Joe Chow | Eugene Ho Jeff Hsi | Paul Lee | Colette Phillips | Marian Tse Leverett Wing | Barbara & Bert Why | Geoffrey Why | Emily Yu  For an Event in Support of DAN KOH FOR CONGRESS  Wednesday, June 6th 8:00AM – 9:00AM  Verrill Dana LLP One Boston Place, Suite 1600, Boston  SUGGESTED CONTRIBUTION  Host: $2,700 |  Sponsor: $1,500  Supporter: $1000 |  Friend: $500  To Contribute: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/gfwy#  Checks can be addressed to  “Committee to Elect Dan Koh” and mailed to: P.O. Box 723, Andover, MA 01810  For questions or to RSVP by email, please contact Beth at beth@koh2018.com  Contributions or gifts to the Committee to Elect Dan Koh are not tax deductible. Federal law requires us to use our best efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and name of employer of individuals whose contributions exceed $200 in an election cycle.  CELEBRATION OF ASIAN AMERICAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT) WGBH 1 Guest Street Boston, MA 02135 View Map Attend Event Share this event: Celebration of Asian Pacific American Culture  Tues., 5/22, 7pm–9pm at WGBH Studios. Join us for WGBH’s 10th annual celebration of Asian Pacific American culture with specially selected films and programs airing this month on WGBH 2, WGBX 44 and World, our national documentary and information channel.  This year, the event will spotlight Asian American entrepreneurs who have risen to the top of their respective industries and remain civically engaged in their communities. Leaders from a variety of sectors will share their personal experiences and journeys to professional success with the event attendees.  Liz Cheng, general manager of WGBH Television and the World Channel, will moderate the discussion with panelists Yvonne Hao, COO and CFO of Pill Pack, Mohamad Ali, President and CEO of Carbonite and Ian So, CEO, co-owner and co-founder of Chicken and Rice Guys. Panelists will offer real-world advice to event attendees. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Register now: https://www.wgbh.org/event/cel ebration-of-asian-pacific-amer ican-culture  Directions and Parking Information WGBH offers free parking for visitors and events.  Come and Explore What We Have This Month!   May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month This month, NAAAP Boston will be celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. We will be sharing stories from our NAAAP leaders, volunteers and scholarship winners. This month's events and program will be highlighting the Boston Asian American community.   Scholarship announcement The Scholarship Committee is excited to award this year’s scholarships to 5 deserving high school seniors: Sonny Mei, Kathy Lee, Matthias Ling, Richard Dao and Wenle Liang. These students have demonstrated strong leadership abilities, community involvement, academic excellence, and financial need. We want to thank you for your ongoing support in making these awards happen. Please keep an eye out for future fundraisers and donate to our scholarship fund HERE. Upcoming Events   ATASK Community 5K Race Saturday, May 12th, 9 AM - 11 AM Chestnut Hill Reservoir NAAAP Boston is running the ATASK 5K on May 12th to support our annual Future Leader Scholarship! These awards go to college-bound AAPI high schoolers in Massachusetts who demonstrate leadership ability, community involvement, and financial need! Please join us by donating to our cause or signing up to run/walk: https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/16189/Groups/447390   Cultural Identities Lost in Translation? Explore Cultural Identities with NAAAP Boston for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Sunday, May 20, 2018, 2-3:15 PM Bottom Line, 500 Amory Street, Suite 3, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 What is it like growing up bi-cultural in the US? How does social media affect the development of cultural/racial identities? How did your parents pass on their cultural heritage to you and how will you pass it on to your kids? Join NAAAP for an engaging discussion with Linda Charmaraman, PhD, Research Scientist at Wellesley Centers for Women, about growing up bi-cultural!  RSVP is REQUIRED. https://bit.ly/2KpmZRn Become a Big Sister Tuesday, May 29thfrom 6:45-8:00pm CIC Boston (50 Milk St 18th floor, Boston, MA 02109), Hemingway Room, 18thFloor Ever considered becoming a Big Sister? Now is the time! Our session will answer your questions and help you get started. Join us and learn how you can be a part of the sisterhood of more than 2,400 women who are getting #Girls2Great simply by having fun, being themselves, and making a difference in a girl’s life. During this session we will answer these following questions and some more: Who are our Big and Little Sisters? What programs do we offer?  Why Mentoring and why Big Sister Boston? We will also discuss how you can get involved and what the next steps would be! Register Here: https://boston.naaap.org/events/mentoring-night   Toastmasters Thursday, May 10 and 24, 2018, 6:30-8:00 PM EST CIC, 50 Milk St,16th Floor, Edison Room, Boston, MA 02109 Looking to be a better communicator? Want to deliver amazing presentations?  NAAAP Toastmasters Club provides a friendly and supportive environment for you to grow as a leader. The meetings are open to the public and everyone is welcome. Join us and take the next step in actualizing your potential today!   Community Service Event Saturday, June 9th, 7:30 a.m.  Rice Sticks & Tea Food Pantry (@ the Arlington Street Church in Boston) This is a great volunteer opportunity for those looking to give back to the local Asian community. At this event, your time will be well spent sorting, packaging and distributing food items in support of low-income Asian families and their culinary traditions.  Please register soon as limited spaces are available!   Past Events   Board Game Fundraiser Success Thank you to everyone who showed up at our Boardgame Fundraiser on April 21st! We had a fun night of games, mingling, and food (with portions generously donated by Asian Garden and Moon Villa). All proceeds will go to Scholarship in support of our annual Future Leader Scholarship awards. Please keep an eye out for upcoming fundraisers.   The Organized Parent workshop In this SPIN workshop, parents were able to get to know one another and have meaningful discussions about their goals, the stress that they face managing schedules, and being present for their children. Marie Levey-Pabst introduced parents to a system that maximizes time and energy on the things that matter most to them. During the workshop, children worked on crafts, bubbles, and balloons in an adjacent room. Opportunities NAAAP is recruiting Leaders!  Do you have a strong skill set and looking for the right opportunity to serve in a mission driven non-profit organization? Are you interested in building your leadership skills and expand your professional network?  NAAAP Boston could be the right fit for you!  Volunteer Leadership Positions [Corporate Account Manager] – NAAAP Boston, Boston [Vice President of Member Relations]– NAAAP Boston, Boston [Director of Technology] – NAAAP Boston, Boston [PR/Marketing Director] – NAAAP Boston, Boston As a leader of NAAAP Boston, you will receive: Meaningful leadership experience that will help you become a better leader Specific leadership training   For more information on our job postings, please contact recruiting@naaapboston.org. For more information on our job postings, please contact corporaterelations@naaapboston.org. > View All Jobs Support today’s Asian American youth and NAAAP Boston by shopping on Amazon Smile! With every purchase you make, a portion of the proceeds goes to our NAAAP Boston Scholarship Fund, used every year to reward high school seniors with exceptional leadership and high academic achievement.  Make sure to shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/04-3168838 and share this link for everyone to see - your co-workers, friends, family - and tell them how to get amazing deals and generate donations !  Nothing Simpler than to Wait The spring we are waiting for is here. Discover Dr. Yenkuei Chuang's poem on busyness and waiting.   Dr. Yenkuei Chuang is a mindfulness-based licensed psychologist and an ordained member of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s Order of Interbeing. She received her M.Ed. in Human Development from Harvard University and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Stanford University. Also a Fulbright Fellow, she wrote her dissertation on Bicultural Competence. Previously she worked as a clinical psychologist at Harvard University Health Services and a diversity consultant at Harvard Pilgrim Foundation. Dr. Chuang is keenly interested in helping people transform their suffering across life transitions; and cultural, gender, racial and other perceived differences and separations. http://meditationandpsychotherapy.org/users/yenkuei-chuang Asian Teenage Girls to Make an Impact: Join the Achieving Whole Health Online Group This year's AWFH survey shed light on the needs and concerns of Asian girls and women. It received a total of 119 responses from Asian girl/women age 18 and over with 33% from 25-35 age group, followed by 29% between age 36-50. Some highlights of the survey include: The primary health concern for Asian women and girls is mental health (43%), followed by women's health (22%). The number one barrier from staying healthy is lack of time (41%), follow by lack of motivation (36%). 56% are interested in participating in online wellness program, the top reasons including peer support, and reduced time/space restrictions. Almost 85% would like to participate in a wellness program designed specifically for Asian women. Want to make an impact in promoting wellbeing? Want to explore mind body spirit balance as part of community service learning? If you are an Asian-American girl aged 13-17, consider volunteering for our Achieving Whole Health Program. See below for more detail. To learn more about how you can participate or bring this program to your school, work or organization, please email info@asianwomenforhealth.org Taiwan Bio Forum : Healthcare Innovation Beyond Borders    In the advent of the International BIO Convention in Boston, joinus for a day of healthcare and biomedical innovations at Taiwan Biotech Forum, jointly hosted by MJNE and DCB on June 3rd at the Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School. Meet and network with top leaders in biopharma, medtech, venture capital, and academia from Taiwan and around the world. Agenda Highlights: Keynote Talk - "Venturing into the Digital Health Era Startup Ecosystem Panel Discussion – “Fostering Entrepreneurship and Innovation”Startu VC Panel Discussion - "Building Cross-Border Partnerships" Corporate Panel Discussion - "Cross-Sector Innovations in Healthcare" Academia-Industry Panel Discussion - "Fostering a Robust Ecosystem" Click here to register. See website for more details! Join The Northeast Health Equity Consortium’s Inaugural Health Equity Summit    Where: Hartford Marriott, Hartford, CT When: June 28, 2018, 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM           Register at nhec.heart.org/summit Free AANE Parent Coaching (or IEP Review) registration guide  Parents of children or teens with an Asperger profile living in Essex, Middlesex, and Suffolk counties near Boston are eligible for this free AANE Parent Coaching session, or a free IEP Review, under our grant from the Cummings Foundation. To register, click on schedule coaching sessions. First, enter the coupon code: CUMMINGSFREE. Then choose one of these options: Parent of Child or Teen Coaching Session (one hour) $125.00 (You’ll see that the coupon has already reduced it to zero.) One-hour parent coaching session. You can apply this session fee to the purchase of a series (4 one-hour sessions) at the end of the first coaching session and save $75. IEP Review $225.00 (You’ll see that the coupon has already reduced it to zero.) This appointment consists of 2 hours of service. 1 hour to review your child's IEP and related documents and a second hour to discuss in person, via Skype, or over the phone. The time you select is for the discussion portion of the appointment. Please schedule at least 3 days in advance to give sufficient time to review documents before your appointment. Remember to upload your documents (IEP, neuropsychological and psychological testing) when you complete the intake form. Pick Any Available or pick Nancy, Debbie, Laura, or Stephanie. (For IEP reivews, the coach will be Debbie.) Click the green box that says “Set time zone.” On the calendar that appears, pick a date that is bold/black. Pick a time. Pick continue. Fill out the short in-take form. News: Early warning tool for breast cancer prediction in southeast Asian women A researcher at The University of Nottingham Malaysia is collaborating with scientists at Cancer Research Malaysia, Singapore and the United Kingdom to develop a new early warning tool that could help to predict which women in South East Asia are most at risk of developing breast cancer. The work of Dr. Weang Kee Ho in the University's Department of Applied Mathematics could help to find out whether it is possible to target expensive mammographic screening at women who are most likely to be affected, enabling doctors to detect the disease in its early stages when it is most treatable. Source: Medicalxpress. You can read more here. Volunteer with AWFH Asian Women for Health is always seeking volunteers to become part of our network! If you are interested, please take part in this brief survey. Your participation will help us match your interests to the various volunteer opportunities. We look forward to growing the AWFH network with your help! Clean, Shop, Do Good! AWFH is partnering with Union & Fifth to gather and sell donated designer items from members. All proceeds will help AWFH continue serving and educating women about health! DONATE HERE LIST OF ACCEPTED BRANDS Calling Sponsors for Newsletter! Promote your company/organization here to over 2,200 AWFH e-newsletter subscribers! CLICK FOR MORE INFO Educate. Advocate. Reciprocate. 83 Wallace Street, Somerville, MA 02144 617.767.1071 www.asianwomenforhealth.org Applications for our next Session now available! May 3rd, 2018 Celebrating Over 1,250 Graduates Highlights From Our Inaugural "Lunch & Learn" Seminar Session ------------------------------ Last Friday, the Seminar launched another initiative as part of our Continuing Education Programming. A huge "THANK YOU!" to Boston City Councilor, At-Large, Annissa Essaibi George who generously hosted our inaugural "Lunch and Learn" event for Seminar alumni and partners. ------------------------------ ---------------------- Boston City Councilor Annissa Essaibi George  Hosts Our Inaugural "Lunch & Learn" Seminar Session Councilor Essaibi George & members of her staff, along with other City Hall staffers offered their honest, candid, and sometimes humorous perspectives on the work they do in City Hall. It was a fantastic way to kick-off our "Lunch & Learn" series, and we're grateful to Councilor Essaibi George, and everyone from City Hall, who took the time to talk with our Seminar attendees. Apply Now for our Spring 2018 Seminar Session Our Spring Session Begins May 16th ----------- Applications Are Due Soon, and Are Available here. Members of the Winter 2018 Seminar Class at Graduation Our next Seminar Session begins this month! If you, or anyone you know, would like to learn about the "ins-and-outs" of working with, in, and around government, we'd love for you to apply. You'll join over 1,250 Seminar alumni who have learned the "essentials" about the legislative process, the budgetary process, lobbying/advocacy, and working with the press & media. Classes for our upcoming Spring Session are scheduled for the following dates & times: - Wednesday, May 16th (5:30pm-8:00pm) - Wednesday, May 23rd (3:45pm-5:30pm) - Wednesday, May 30th (5:30pm-8:00pm) - Wednesday, June 6th (5:30pm-8:00pm) - Wednesday, June 13th (5:30pm-8:00pm) - Wednesday, June 20th (Graduation: 3:30pm-5:00pm) (Note: subject to change, pending venue & presenter availability) Applications are available here.   Please feel free to email the Seminar's Executive Director, Leverett Wing, at: Leverett@MassCS.org with any questions you may have about our program or the upcoming session. We hope you, or someone you know, will consider applying for our Spring Session. New Job Listings -------------------- OVER A DOZEN new job opportunities  have just been posted on our website.   Our newest listings include: Organization: Metropolitan Area Planning Council Position: Human Resources Generalist ---------- Organization: Massachusetts Black & Latino Legislative Caucus  Position: Executive Director ------- Organization: Massachusetts Voter Table Position: Field Coordinator ------------ Organization: The Boston Foundation: Position: Special Assistant to the President & CEO ----- Organization: Hyde Square Task Force Position: Grant Writer ------ Organization: Groundwork Somerville Position: Executive Director   --------------- Organization: Massachusetts Law Reform Institute Position: Immigration Attorney ---------- For Details: Please head to our Commonwealth Seminar Website (and click on the "Jobs" link). ------------------------------ ---------------------- FEATURED JOB... Seminar Partner: Metropolitan Area Planning Council ~ Metropolitan Area Planning Council ~ Position: Human Resources Generalist The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) seeks a Human Resources Generalist with professional human resources expertise to contribute to the development of a full-service Human Resources division.  In this newly created role, the HR Generalist will be responsible for providing both transactional and strategic human resources services to support MAPC's core values and business objectives. Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources (HR Manager) and through collaborating with MAPC leadership and staff, the HR team is responsible for advancing employee engagement, promoting diversity and inclusion in HR practices, and fostering a supportive individual and family friendly workplace.  Responsibilities  Working closely with the HR Manager, the HR Generalist plays a critical role in the day-to-day administration of benefits and leave plans and in the delivery of human resources services (i.e. employee relations, recruitment, training) and people-focused HR initiatives.  Benefits Administration, New Hire Onboarding and Exit Process:  - Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding and off-boarding. Administer leave programs for MAPC and CTPS employees and interns, including annual open enrollment.  - Work closely with the Payroll Specialist (PS) to ensure timely and accurate benefits sign-ups and maintenance. Review applications for hand-off to payroll. Maintain current knowledge about plans, forms and processes. Work closely with PS to resolve benefits questions by phone and email.  -  Serve as subject matter expert and informed resource to both agencies regarding benefits and leave programs by communicating in person and in writing. Recommend improvements to existing procedures, keeping abreast of legal requirements and best practices.  -  Counsel staff on FMLA and other leave policies, including preparing forms and records.  -  Serve as GIC* Coordinator, along with the Payroll Specialist, for health plans, long term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, dental/vision. Maintain effective relationships with vendors from Mass. State Retirement Board (MSRB), SMART Plan and other privately purchased plans.  -  Develop and provide ongoing information sessions regarding benefits and perks. Coordinate on- site presentations by vendor partners as needed.  -  Assist HR Manager in designing and delivering a comprehensive online and in-person MAPC Onboarding program.  Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:  -  Assist HR Manager with devising creative staffing strategies and effective hiring plans. Review and post jobs using applicant tracking system (NEOgov).  -  Increase the diversity of applicant pools and ensure a fair and equitable candidate interview process; work with the Administrative Assistant to schedule candidate interviews.  -  Conduct interviews and candidate assessment training as needed; develop hiring tools for managers.   -  Draft offer letters and other correspondence.  -  Recommend ways to streamline recruiting and hiring process.  -  Implement an intern recruitment program ensuring efficient onboarding and compliance; assist General Counsel on international student hiring; review and monitor administrative processes and requirements; draft correspondence.  Employee Engagement:  -  Assist HR Manager in developing and implementing human resources policies and procedures to help improve the employee experience. Work closely with General Counsel on policy updates and communications.  -  Serve as a resource to staff on employee relations, career and workplace issues.  -  Assist HR Manager with updating and writing staff job descriptions.  -  Serve as a liaison to CTPS on HR matters.  -  Coordinate and implement HR projects as directed by the HR Manager in such areas as: performance management, pay equity act audit, flexible work models, retention and career development.    Qualifications:   -  Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of full-time professional experience in human resource work. Successful candidates will demonstrate expertise in all or most of the following: benefits and leave administration, HR policy and compliance, recruitment, and training.  -  Hands-on experience administering benefit plans preferred. Experience working with GIC* benefits a plus.  -  Excellent interpersonal, verbal/written communication, coaching and presentation skills.  -  Ability to perform hands-on, administrative tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail with a mindset for continuous improvement.  -  Demonstrated sound judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills.  -  Genuine curiosity and passion for the work of MAPC and the insight to design and deliver HR services that are aligned with the values of the organization.  -  Ability to collect and use data to make recommendations, and to develop new approaches.  -  Ability to keep up-to-date about best practices in management and innovative HR methods.  -  Commitment to promoting fairness and inclusion in the conduct of HR services.  -  High proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of LinkedIn Recruiter and other social media tools highly desirable.  -  PHR certification and graduate degree in relevant field may substitute for 2 years of work experience.  The starting salary ranges from $55,000-$65,000, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time exempt position. MAPC offers excellent Massachusetts state employee benefits as well as a flexible, supportive, and family-friendly work environment and a commitment to continued professional development.  Apply To: Apply online at www.mapc.org.  Please attach a cover letter and a resume. A review of applications will begin immediately. The position is open until filled. Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the USA.  About the Commonwealth Seminar   The Commonwealth Seminar is a privately funded program with the mission of opening the doors of government. It is an intensive training program focused on teaching diverse leaders how the legislative process really works.  Top legislators, legislative staff, media members, and policymakers will introduce seminar participants to the legislative and budget processes, lobbying & advocacy, working with the press/media, and thinking critically about policy issues.  By giving an insiders' view of the process, our goal is to encourage diverse leaders to become effective advocates and to pursue careers in public service. Who Should Apply?  We are looking for leaders from under-serviced constituencies, communities of color and immigrant communities; and people working to directly benefit them. We place a high value on creating a seminar class that is demographically diverse. Successful candidates for the Commonwealth Seminar will leave the program with a basic understanding of government and a clear desire to use the skills learned through the seminar to make positive change.  Acceptance to the seminar is decided through a competitive process. Commonwealth Seminar staff and advisers will make all final decisions about the makeup of the seminar.  More Information and Application  Please be prepared to make a compelling argument in the application about how you fit into the Commonwealth Seminar's target student profile. For more information, and to download an application, please visit the Commonwealth Seminar website.  Please join us on Saturday, May 19th at 7PM to celebrate the accomplishments of TAP-Boston's programs and community impact over the past year! Learn about our vision for a better Boston, make meaningful connections with people who care about this community, and together give back to this place we call home. Early bird pricing (save $10) ends Tuesday, May 1st, 11:59PM Your ticket includes light hors d'oeuvres, one raffle ticket, and good fun! Regular ticket pricing ($35) ends May 17th at 11:59PM. After May 17th, please purchase your tickets at the door for $45. RSVP (Early bird pricing) Keynote Speaker: Jason Wang We are thrilled to have MasterChef’s Jason Wang as our keynote speaker sharing his perspectives as a second generation Taiwanese American! As a chef, musician, and educator, Jason is an active leader in many communities within Greater Boston. TAP Boston 6th Annual Spring Gala Serving Our Communities. Growing Tomorrow’s Leaders. Saturday, May 19th, 7 to 9 PM Please join us for our 6th Annual Spring Gala to celebrate accomplishments of TAP-Boston’s programs and community impact over the past year!  Learn about our vision for a better Boston, make meaningful connections with people who care about this community, and together give back to this place we call home. Our Program The 6th Annual Spring Gala is a formal evening filled with program showcases, raffles, awards, and a photobooth! Catch up with friends you made in the past year at TAP events, or meet someone new over hors d'oeuvres and a drink all dressed up. Either way, we’re excited to see you soon! Dress code is cocktail attire. Ticketing Your ticket includes light hors d'oeuvres, one raffle ticket, and good fun! Early bird tickets end May 1st, 11:59PM. ($25) Regular tickets end May 17th, 11:59PM. ($35) Grab a ticket now and we can't wait to see you there! For more details, head here: https://tap-boston-6th-annual-gala-tickets.eventbrite.com -- Chyi-Shin Shu  |  舒其馨 |  President  |  714-200-3011 TAP-Boston Featured Event TAP Boston 6th Annual Spring Gala Saturday, May 19, 2018 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Hyatt Regency Boston (1 Avenue de Lafayette Boston, MA 02111) Serving Our Communities. Growing Tomorrow’s Leaders. Please join us for our 6th Annual Spring Gala to celebrate accomplishments of TAP-Boston’s programs and community impact over the past year! Learn about our vision for a better Boston, make meaningful connections with people who care about this community, and together give back to this place we call home. The 6th Annual Spring Gala is a formal evening filled with program showcases, trivia, raffles, awards, and a photobooth! Catch up with friends you made in the past year at TAP events, or meet someone new over hors d'oeuvres and a drink all dressed up. Either way, we’re excited to see you soon! Your ticket includes light hors d'oeuvres, one raffle ticket, and good fun! Buy your tickets today - early bird tickets end May 1st, 11:59PM. ($25) Questions? Ask us on Facebook! Register Now Upcoming Events TAPpy Hour at Shabu & Mein Wednesday, April 25, 2018 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Shabu & Mein (148 First St, Cambridge, MA 02141) Looking for a bar thing for spring? Ring in the warmer weather with us at Shabu & Mein, a hip spot in Cambridge known for its hot pot, ramen, and drinks. The bar area is reserved just for our group, and as always, we warmly welcome both new folks and returning members to TAP! Be sure to get your ticket early to secure your spot; tickets are otherwise not guaranteed and $10 at the door. Your ticket goes towards shared appetizers. Note: Shabu & Mein is just a short walk from the Kendall and Lechmere T stops. Questions? Ask us on Facebook! Register Now TAP-Boston Service Event with Cradles to Crayons Saturday, April 28, 2018 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Cradles to Crayons (155 North Beacon Street Boston, MA 02135) Come volunteer with TAP-Boston at the Cradles to Crayons Giving Factory warehouse, where we will roll up our sleeves and help provide local children with the basic essentials they need to thrive at home and at school. Reserve your spot soon - we have two spots remaining! Questions? Ask us on Facebook! Register Now TAP-Boston Service Event with The Food Project Saturday, May 5, 2018 9:30 am to 12:30 pm The Food Project (10 Lewis Street Lincoln, MA 01773) Volunteer with us at a Serve & Grow farm to learn about The Food Project and their mission, and help with tasks such as planting, weeding, harvesting, washing vegetables, and preparing beds. This event will be at their Lincoln farm. Questions? Ask us on Facebook! Register Now Messages from our Partners ACDC: 2018 Heart of the Community Dim Sum Breakfast Friday, April 27, 2018 7:30 am to 9:30 am China Pearl Restaurant (9 Tyler Street Boston, MA 02111) Join ACDC in celebrating 31 years of building affordable homes, empowering families and strengthening communities and honoring those who have worked tirelessly to support working families and the Asian American community. Proceeds from this fundraiser fuel initiatives like their A-VOYCE youth leadership program and financial literacy and bilingual, first-time homebuyer education programs. To learn more and register, click here. Newton 2018 Taiwan Day Saturday, May 5, 2018 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Hyde Community Center (90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands, MA) Come join us at Newton's 11th annual Taiwan Day Festival! Brought to us by the Culture Center of Taipei Economic Culture Office in Boston, Taiwan Day is an annual event that provides a venue to share Taiwanese culture and cuisine with the public. There will be many booths featuring nigh market food/appetizer/snacks, games, desserts, and more! There will also be a special performance by Formosa Circus Art! Attendance is free - we hope to see you there! Bon Me - Celebrating 7 Years & Big Changes! Bon Me is celebrating its seventh year of slinging sandwiches by making some big changes. Their most recently opened East Cambridge restaurant (60 Binney St, Cambridge, MA) has been rebranded as “Bon Me Test Kitchen” to debut a newly developed menu, a full beer and cider list, and self-service kiosks. The Test Kitchen menu is designed to give customers the opportunity to try new and exciting flavors in an easy to order format. The Test Kitchen menu will also feature their brand new craft beer and cider list, with offerings from Lamplighter Brewing, Aeronaut, and Prospect Cider. Click here for more information and a peek at the new Test Kitchen menu! Commonwealth of Massachusetts Asian American Commission Announces Awardees & Speakers for the 12th Annual Unity Dinner Fundraiser #RepresentASIAN Boston University at 7PM with a Networking Reception at 6PM BOSTON – The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Asian American Commission (AAC) 12th Annual Unity Dinner will be held on Thursday, May 3 at Boston University at 7PM preceded by a networking reception with appetizers and a cash bar starting at 6PM. Proceeds will be used to support, expand and strengthen AAC's advocacy work on behalf of the Asian American community in the Commonwealth. “On behalf of the Asian American Commission, we are thrilled to honor the work of Dr. Richard Chu (recipient of the Community Hero Award); Wheelock Family Theatre (recipient of the Leadership for Diversity and Inclusion Award); and Ms. Ranjani Saigal (recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award) in this year’s #RepresentAsian themed dinner fundraiser,” remarked Executive Director Jenny Chiang. Along with our accomplished awardees, we are deeply honored to have keynote speaker, Dr. Pam Eddinger, President of Bunker Hill Community College, the largest of 15 community colleges in Massachusetts. Attendees will be treated to an ancient classical Indian dance form called Bharatanatyam, performed by Thillai Fine Arts Academy. During the reception, Que Shing Chinese Music & Opera Group will be performing Cantonese Opera music. Event Details:  Thursday, May 3, 2018 6:00 – 9:30 PM Boston University, Metcalf Hall at GSU 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA Tickets to the Unity Dinner can be purchased through Eventbrite: https://2018unity.eventbrite.com. For more information, please visit http://www.aacommission.org/unity-dinner/ or contact AAC Executive Director, Jenny Chiang: jenny.chiang@aacommission.org | 617-367-9333 ext. 662. PARKING INFORMATION: Guests can use any of the pay on entry lots throughout campus. You can check this website http://www.bu.edu/parking/lots-locations/red-sox-parking/  to show exact addresses and prices for each lot. Only 5 spots remaining! 98% of small business are under the $1M revenue mark. We've designed a weekend full of workshops focused on learning how to scale your business and hearing stories from those who have. There will plenty of opportunity to build relationships, learn from each other, as well as interactive workshops led by seasoned entrepreneurs and business coaches. The weekend will be capped off by an optional beach day on Miami Beach! Our sessions include:  Brand Hacking by Ian So, CEO of Chicken & Rice Guys Getting your Numbers Right by Cheuk Shian, Founder of Keyshore Investments Female Entrepreneurship by Lavanya Jawaharlal, Co-Founder of STEM Center USA Take Home a Podcast by Dale Ting, CEO of Wild Ting Enterprises How to Sell as an Entrepreneur by Jesse Nandhavan, Partner at Conjugate LLC Check out the full event schedule in our Facebook event page. We're going to be staying in luxury mansion Villa Toscana! Cost: Your plane ticket $100 event fee for non-members, $50 for members $195 for 3 nights of lodging. You are also welcome to book your own lodging Join our Membership! Why not join this premier network of API entrepreneurs that provides you access to our exclusive membership directory AND 50% discount on most major events? Join our memberships for an annual fee of $100 here.  Join us in Miami! AARP Community Challenge 2018 Apply today! "Quick-action" grants to make communities livable for people of all ages AARP Livable Communities We know it takes time to build great communities. But, we also believe that quick action can spark longer-term progress. The AARP Community Challenge funds projects that build momentum for local change to improve livability for all residents. In 2017, the AARP Community Challenge awarded 88 grants. 2018 TIMELINE March 21: Launch of the 2018 AARP Community Challenge  May 16: Applications are due by 5 pm ET June 25: Winning applicants will be notified by email by this date November 5: All projects must be completed  December 3: After Action Reports due Grant applications must be submitted online by using the link below.   However, we recommend that you first watch this short video, read all of the information noted below and download the following PDF attachments, especially the application questionnaire, which is provided so you can prepare your answers offline and then copy and paste your text into our web-based application. About the AARP Community Challenge AARP Community Challenge Flyer Sample Application Questionnaire Sample Application Language Sample After Action Report for Winning Grantees  Inspiring Examples From 2017 (online article) When you're ready to complete the online application Apply Here Questions can be emailed to CommunityChallenge@AARP.org Eligibility The program is open to the following types of organizations: 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4) and 501(c)(6) nonprofits Government entities Other types of organizations, considered on a case-by-case basis Acceptable Projects For the 2018 AARP Community Challenge, AARP will prioritize projects that aim to achieve the following outcomes: Deliver a range of transportation and mobility options in the community through permanent or temporary solutions that increase connectivity, walkability, bikeability and/or and access to public and private transit. Create vibrant public places in the community through permanent or temporary solutions that improve open spaces, parks and access to other amenities. Support the availability of a range of housing in the community through permanent or temporary solutions that increase accessible and affordable housing options. Other community improvements. We want to know the most important needs in your community and the best quick-action ideas you have to address them. Community Challenge grants can be used to support the following types of projects in the community. The proposed project types described below will be prioritized over those that support ongoing programming or events: Permanent physical improvement in the community Temporary demonstrations that lead to long-term change New, innovative programming or services The following projects are NOT eligible for funding: Partisan, political or election-related activities Planning activities and assessments and surveys of communities Studies with no follow-up action  Publication of books or reports Acquisition of land and/or buildings Sponsorships of other organizations' events or activities Research and development Promotion of a for-profit entity and/or its products and services Grant Amounts If your idea is big, no project is too small! Grants can range from several hundred dollars for small, short-term activities to several thousand for larger projects. Daphne Kwok Vice President, Multicultural Leadership Asian American & Pacific Islander Audience Strategy AARP | 601 E Street NW | Washington, DC 20049 202.434.6345 dkwok@aarp.org www.aarp.org/aapi chinese.aarp.org COMMISSIONERS Chairperson Wingkay Leung Vice Chairperson Vira Douangmany Cage Treasurer Mabel Lam Secretary Dimple J. Rana Jonjy Ananth Nick Chau Mary Chin Elisa Choi Loan Thi Dao Gilbert Ho Ivy Ho Vanna Howard Pralhad KC Nina Liang Chung Liu John Naranja Uyen-Sa Nguyen Anil Saigal Kimberly Truong Ying Wang Interim Executive Director  Jenny Chiang Message from Wingkay Leung, Chairperson of the Asian American Commission: Dear Friends and Supporters, It was a wonderful and productive 2017 year for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Asian American Commission (AAC), under the leadership of Elisa Choi. Though Elisa Choi and Nick Chau have stepped down as officers, they have continued contributing to AAC as Commissioners. I am grateful that the Commission has chosen me to lead the AAC in 2018, along with Vira Douangmany Cage, Mabel Lam and Dimple Rana. I like to thank other members of the AAC who have served many years, and have recently left the Commission, such as Yan Jennifer Cao, Kay Dong, Liannna Kushi, Evelyn Tang and Sophy Theam. In 2018, though there are some changes in ethnicities of the appointments, the AAC is still very diverse in ethnic background and geographic locations. We welcome new Commissioners Mary Chin, Vanna Howard, Kimberly Truong and Ying Wang. In February, we held our annual Swearing-In ceremony of new Commissioners and reappointed Commissioners at the Treasurer’s office, hosted by Treasurer Deborah Goldberg. We are preparing to celebrate the AAPI Heritage Month in May, with our 12th annual Unity Dinner on May 3rd 2018. The theme for this year’s event is “#RepresentASIAN”. In a sense, AAC is the voice of the Asian Americans in Massachusetts to State and City governments. A more meaningful view is that we should be proud to be Asian Americans in this Commonwealth we call home, and be willing to advocate for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) causes. This year we are honored to have Dr. Pam Eddinger, President of Bunker Hill Community College, as the Keynote Speaker. As in prior years, we will honor community organizations and leaders for their dedication to serve the AAPI community. As always, we have been very busy since our last newsletter. You can read more about our activities in the following pages. Notable, the AAC has joined force with the APIs-CAN and other organizations in supporting House Bill H.3361, “An Act requiring state agencies to collect Asian American aggregate data”, initiated by House Representative Tackey Chan. While there are some vocal Asian opposition to this Bill, especially from some suburbs, this Bill will help in determining future social and health services for those who need the support. In order for the AAC to be effective in its mission, we need all your support. Best regards, Wingkay Leung Chairperson, The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Asian American Commission Congratulations to our re-appointed Commissioners, Mabel Lam (Treasurer appointee) and Uyen-Sa Nguyen (Governor appointee) as well as our newly appointed Commissioners, Mary Chin (Governor appointee, not pictured), Vanna Howard (Auditor appointee), Kimberly Truong (House Speaker appointee, not pictured), and Ying Wang (Attorney General appointee). A special thank you to Treasurer Goldberg for hosting our Swearing-in Ceremony and helping to swear in our Commissioners.  Asian American Commission’s 12th Annual Unity Dinner  “#RepresentASIAN"  May 3, 2018, 6pm - 9:30pm Boston University, Metcalf Hall at George Sherman Union A big THANK YOU to our 2017 sponsors: Asian American Civic Association (AACA) Asian American Lawyers of Massachusetts BC School of Nursing Bunker Hill Community College Chinatown Main Street East Boston Savings Bank East West Bank Eastern Bank Element Care Enterprise Bank Mabel Lam Santander South Cove Community Health Tai Tung Realty and Pharmacy Thanh V. Tran United Healthcare Vietnamese American Community of MA There's still time to purchase early bird tickets!  REGISTER TODAY *Price for individual seat is $120 per ticket/person. *Early Bird price is $100 per ticket/person and must be purchased by March 31, 2018. Please visit http://www.aacommission.org/unity-dinner for sponsorship opportunities AAC/AACA Lunar New Year Celebration Monday, February 26, 2018 Great Hall, Massachusetts State House The AAC was privileged to partner with the Asian American Civic Association (AACA) in hosting the first Lunar New Year Celebration at the State House. The event welcomed hundreds of individuals to recognize a cultural tradition celebrated by many Asian ethnicities. Guest speakers included, Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, Treasurer Deborah Goldberg, Secretary of State William Galvin, Consul General of Japan, Rokuichiro Michii, Consul General of Thailand, Joseph Milano, British Consulate Vice Consul Michelle Lampa, Mayor of Quincy Thomas Koch, and Representative Donald Wong. Thank you to our attendees, supporters, and amazing cultural performers for helping bring the Lunar New Year celebration to the State House! AAC supports H.3361 and Data Disaggregation The Asian American Commission expressed its full support for data disaggregation and House Bill 3361. House Bill 3361 would ensure that our Commonwealth collect voluntary, detailed data on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders for the benefit of our communities. AAC participated in the Lobby Day organized by APIs-CAN and provided support testimony at the Public Hearing held by the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. The Joint Committee has decided to move data disaggregation forward to create a Special Commission to assess feasibility and draft recommendations inviting the Black Advisory Commission and Latino Advisory Commission.  Thank you to APIs-CAN who worked tirelessly to move this piece of legislation forward. Read more about what's happening here. Please join us for our 3rd annual AAPI Civil Rights Forum Registration will open soon* I'm writing to invite you to join me at one of Boston's biggest & best "foodie" events... The 14th Annual "Taste of Ginger" will take place on Monday, April 9th (6:30-9:00pm) at the Museum of Fine Arts. Over 30 of Boston's best restaurants & chefs will gather to benefit Joslin Diabetes Center's pioneering "Asian American Diabetes Initiative" (AADI) which focuses on the study, treatment and cure of diabetes in the Asian American & Pacific Islander community. I'm proud to once-again Chair this event, and I hope you'll join me on April 9th as we support Joslin's AADI and its groundbreaking work to conquer this debilitating disease. For tickets and a complete list of restaurants, please scroll below... JOIN US FOR "A TASTE OF GINGER"  Benefiting Joslin Diabetes Center's  Asian American Diabetes Initiative April 9th, 2018 * 33 amazing restaurants * at the MFA Boston Save the date for one of Boston’s largest food events of the year! A Taste of Ginger will feature thirty of Boston’s most celebrated chefs including: Jasper White of Summer Shack, Andy Husbands of the Smoke Shop, Joanne Chang of Flour Bakery and Myers+Chang, and Tracy Chang of Pagu... all there to support Joslin Diabetes Center's pioneering "Asian American Diabetes Initiative". See below for the list of all participating restaurants.  See you at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston!! Event Details I Get Your Tickets Huge thanks to our 2018 Ginger participating restaurants!! AADI | Joslin Diabetes Center | 617-309-3444 | aadi@joslin.harvard.edu | aadi.joslin.org I’m writing to invite you to a couple of wonderful events on Monday April 9th, hosted by Joslin Diabetes Center, which are both, personally very important to me. ----------- That evening, please join us for Joslin’s signature “Taste of Ginger” Food Tasting Gala, benefitting Joslin’s Asian American Diabetes Initiative (AADI). This year’s 14th Annual Ginger event will be held at the Museum of Fine Arts on Monday, April 9th from 6:30pm-9:30pm.  With OVER THIRTY outstanding chefs & restaurants, it promises to be an amazing event to support Joslin's groundbreaking AADI. Participating restaurants include:  Bon Me ~ Cafenation ~ Changsho Restaurant ~ China Pearl ~ Dharani ~ Flour Bakery + Cafe ~ Fuji at Ink Block ~ MEM Tea Imports ~ Modern Pastry ~ Myers + Chang ~ Night Market ~ Pagu ~ and Summer Shack ~ To purchase tickets (or donate to Joslin’s AADI), please visit: http://www.joslin.org/giving/S ignature_Events.html We’re very excited this year to honor The Moy Family - owners of numerous establishments (China Pearl, Shojo, and Ruckus), and longtime supporters of Joslin & the Asian American community. ------------- Earlier that day (April 9th), we’d be honored if you could join us at the Second Annual “Lawrence and Evelyn Wing Family Lectureship Series” (named in my parent’s memory) which will take place from Noon-1pm at Joslin Diabetes Center (One Joslin Place, Boston). The Lectureship Series is free, and open to the public and was created to support Joslin’s first-in-the-nation Asian American Diabetes Initiative (AADI) and its efforts to combat diabetes in the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. We’re excited that our lecturer this year will be renowned health care advocate and professor, Dr. Howard Koh – the former U.S. Assistant Secretary for Health, and current Professor at the Harvard School of Public Health and the Kennedy School of Government. The topic will be “Diabetes in Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Populations: Clinical and Public Health Dimensions.” Thanks, and I hope to see you at either (or both!) of these events on Monday, April 9th. - Leverett Graduation!... This Friday, March 23rd March 21, 2018 CELEBRATING OVER 1,250 GRADUATES Join Us for Graduation, This Friday Help us welcome our newest class  Into the Seminar Family ... This Friday, March 23rd --------------------------  Members of the Commonwealth Seminar  Winter 2018 Class Join us this Friday (March 23rd) at the MA State House (Room 222), from 3:15pm-5:00pm, as we celebrate the Graduation of our newest Commonwealth Seminar class: The Winter Class of 2018. We're blessed to once again have a diverse and dynamic group of students who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our classes.  Our newest class includes: - Students from the Dominican Republic, South Korea, Singapore, and Haiti who are looking to improve the lives of others - A Philippine-born, Brooklyn raised activist who has been organizing since she was 13 years old - An East Boston basketball coach and volunteer looking to take the next step in her life & career development - A Reverend from Korea who makes the trip into the Seminar each week from Amherst, MA - Suffolk University students who are looking for the tools to help mobilize their communities - A National Urban Fellow, seeking her Masters in Public Administration - A Hong Kong native with a Masters in Urban Planning - Environmental Sustainability, Affordable Housing, Immigrant Rights and Workforce Development professionals, and... - Community activists who work & volunteer with United Way, the CHICA Project, the Asian American Civic Association, and other organizations... who want to make their communities and neighborhoods better places for everyone. We hope you can join us this Friday to celebrate as they join the 1,250+ alumni who have graduated from the Commonwealth Seminar since 2003! ~ SEMINAR SPOTLIGHT ~ Seminar Graduate, Natalie Ornell Her Quest to Commemorate Civil Rights Icon  Rosa Parks on the MBTA ----------------------- Seminar Alum, Natalie Ornell - Spring Class of 2017 - Natalie Ornell has been the grant writer at the Asian American Civic Association (AACA) since 2015. She raises funds for adult education and workforce development programs for immigrants from over 125 countries from around the world. Recently, the Boston Globe featured Natalie and her efforts to establish a permanent Rosa Parks decal to be placed on all MBTA buses.  Natalie writes: "Working on the Rosa Parks MBTA decal initiativehas been a very meaningful and interesting experience. When I saw the Rosa Parks decal on Miami buses last October, I was deeply moved and it made me think that Mrs. Parks' name should be on all public buses because this is history. I hope Boston can make the progress Miami did a decade ago. It's great that a bill was filed by Senator Timilty, and I'm grateful for the support of so many leaders in the community; I think there's a very strong case for this powerful and educational initiative.  The excellent advocacy training I received from the Commonwealth Seminar heightened my awareness that I could make change through the political process. Meeting my State Senator through the Seminar also made me feel more compelled to reach out to him. Working on this over the past few months has given me a new outlook on government which is that it's not impossible to make significant change in your community by reaching out to your elected officials. Without the Commonwealth Seminar I may not have pursued this project with the same persistence because I wouldn't have thought it was possible to get this far. I hope this bill becomes a law in Massachusetts." About the Commonwealth Seminar The Commonwealth Seminar is a privately funded program with the mission of opening the doors of government. It is an intensive training program focused on teaching diverse leaders how the legislative process really works.  Top legislators, legislative staff, media members, and policymakers will introduce seminar participants to the legislative and budget processes, lobbying & advocacy, working with the press/media, and thinking critically about policy issues.  By giving an insiders' view of the process, our goal is to encourage diverse leaders to become effective advocates and to pursue careers in public service.  Who Should Apply?  We are looking for leaders from under-serviced constituencies, communities of color and immigrant communities; and people working to directly benefit them. We place a high value on creating a seminar class that is demographically diverse. Successful candidates for the Commonwealth Seminar will leave the program with a basic understanding of government and a clear desire to use the skills learned through the seminar to make positive change.  Acceptance to the seminar is decided through a competitive process. Commonwealth Seminar staff and advisers will make all final decisions about the makeup of the seminar.  More Information and Application  Please be prepared to make a compelling argument in the application about how you fit into the Commonwealth Seminar's target student profile. For more information, and to download an application, please visit the Commonwealth Seminar website.  In This Issue Join Us for Graduation! Seminar Spotlight - Natalie Ornell's mission About the Seminar Do You Know Anyone Who Might Benefit From The Seminar? If you know anyone who would like to learn more about the Seminar, please have them visit: www.masscs.org Quick Links Website Join Our Mailing List Jobs Photos Third Sector New England Social Media Links: Twitter Instagram Facebook Page   ("Like" Our Seminar Page) Facebook Group  ("Join" Our Seminar Group!) Commonwealth Seminar, ,, Boston, MA 02112 Happy Lunar New Year: Asian Women and Girls Rise Up to Voice Concerns Are you looking for a supportive network to share and give back? Take the short 5-question survey to voice your concerns and needs!! Take Survey How to Use Gratitude for Stress Reduction and Boost Productivity Need to refresh yourself and reduce the stress a little bit? Here's 5 simple gratitude steps that you can use for stress reduction and productivity from Debbie! Click here for more. Debbie Lyn Toomey, RN is the founder of Health & Happiness Specialist™. She is committed to helping busy women by teaching them practical knowledge and skills sets that will best guide them to the road of a balanced, healthy, and harmonious life. Special Invitation to AppreciAsians "Individually, we are drops, together we are an ocean!" - by Ryunosuke Satoro Join us on March 8, 2018 at the Impact Hub Boston 6-9PM to appreciate AWFH's supporters and recognize high-achieving Asian women in the healthcare field.   RSVP Save The Date   FREE Women's Health Screenings What: Free breast and cervical screenings Where: CHA Cambridge Hospital, 1493 Cambridge, MA When: March 3, 2018, 9:00AM-4:00PM How: Call 617-665-2475 to sign up Click here for more information and click here for pre-registration form! Accessing ACO: Asian, Challenges and Opportunities with MassHealth What: The 6th State of Asian Women’s Health in MA conference Where: New England Carpenters Training Center              (750 Dorchester Ave., Boston, MA 02125) When: Thursday, May 10, 8:00AM - 3:30PM For sponsor / exhibitor / advertiser opportunities, please click here! Events & Announcements What: Fort Point Sip+Share Where: Flour Bakery When: Feb 15, 2018,  9:00-11:00 AM Click here to register! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What: South Boston Neighborhood Meet-up Where: PORT45- 45 West Third Street, South Boston MA 02127 When: Feb 28, 2018,  6:00-8:00 PM Click here to register! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What: Bi-Annual Networking Event Where: Back Bay Social Club, 867 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199 When: Mar 28, 2018,  6:00-8:00 PM Click here to register!   What: Social Innovation Forum awarded AWFH 9-month Fellowshop with Tachnical Assistance and Co-working Space! Where: One Congress Street, Suite 113, Boston, MA 02114 When: Feb - Oct 2018   What: Interactive workshops on issues relevant to Asian and Asian American college students led by Harvard Graduate student For: Asian and Asian American college students Where: Harvard Graduate School of education, Askwith Hall, 13 Appian way, Cambridge, 02138 When: Feb 24, 2018 How: Register here What: Nella Pilot- Health Care Innovation for Family with Children  When: Start from March 1, 2018 "Nella Health will be offering triage services to a small number of local families and is looking for helping families with lower income and could use better medical advice services." Click here more info about Nella Pilot. What: 6th Annual Lesbians+ of Color Symposium (LOCS)  When: March 9-10 , 2018 Where: Harvard Law School - Wasserstein Hall Click here more info about Nella Pilot. What: The RWJF Clinical Scholars Program Is Seeking for Health Provider Application Time: Now- March 14th, 2018 - Start your application today at clinical-scholars.org   - See more details on the program components and current projects at http://clinicalscholarsnli.org - Contact Melissa Green, Deputy Director for Recruitment and Communications with questions magreen@email.unc.edu; clinical.scholars@unc.edu; 919-843-3304  What: Spring 2018 Training for News & Experienced Mentors Where: 35 Kneeland Street, 8th Floor, Boston When: March 14, 2:00-4:00PM for experienced mentors             April 12, 9:00-11:00AM fro new or recent mentors Click here to register! and click here for more information! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What: UMass Hosts Community Engagement and Research Symposium Where: UMass Mdical School When: March 9, 8:00AM-3:00PM Click here for more detail! (RSVP before Feb 16)   What: 4th annual Asian health symposium: In pursuit of health & wellness:   addressing the impact of stress in Asian immigrant communities  Where: Pao Arts Center (99 Albany Street, Boston MA, 02111) When: April 6, 2018, 9:30AM-1:30PM How: Please register here to attend. Space is limited! Please register by March 16. Click here for more information! Volunteer with AWFH Asian Women for Health is always seeking volunteers to become part of our network! If you are interested, please take part in this brief survey. Your participation will help us match your interests to the various volunteer opportunities. We look forward to growing the AWFH network with your help! Clean, Shop, Do Good! AWFH is partnering with Union & Fifth to gather and sell donated designer items from members. All proceeds will help AWFH continue serving and educating women about health! DONATE HERE LIST OF ACCEPTED BRANDS Calling Sponsors for Newsletter! Promote your company/organization here to over 2,200 AWFH e-newsletter subscribers! CLICK FOR MORE INFO Educate. Advocate. Reciprocate. 83 Wallace Street, Somerville, MA 02144 617.767.1071 www.asianwomenforhealth.org Hi Boston TAP folks, We hope everyone had a Happy Lunar New Year and long weekend! To usher in the Year of the Dog, TAP's got your back in the fun department. Check out our upcoming cultural or service events and celebrate the new year over dinner with us this weekend or at our upcoming dinner series in early March! REMINDER: We have a few tickets left for Saturdays' Lunar New Year dinner at Jade Garden! Get your tickets ASAP! Love, TAP-Boston Upcoming Events TAP-Boston Service Event with Room To Grow Saturday, March 3, 2018 10:00am to 12:00pm Room to Grow (144 Berkeley Street Boston, MA 02116) Volunteer with us at Room to Grow whose mission is dedicated to enriching the lives of babies born into poverty throughout their critical first three years of development. We will help sort, fold and organize the donated inventory. Questions? Contact Rich or Mike. Register Now Dinner Series at Amateras Wednesday, March 7, 2018 6:30pm to 8:00pm Amateras Ramen (112 South Street Boston, MA 02111) Join Vanessa (Mentorship Chair) and Chyi-Shin (President) at Amateras Ramen, a cozy joint boasting delicious ramen near South Station. The dinner series is a great way to enjoy a good meal with a fun group of people including two TAP board members to learn more about our organization and upcoming events. There are only 8 available spaces so sign up soon to guarantee yourself a spot! Questions? Contact Chyi-Shin. Register Now IdentiTEA Saturday, March 10, 2018 3:00pm to 5:00pm Atelier 505 (505 Tremont Street Boston, MA 02116) (Rescheduled from the Patriots game and in a new location!) What does it mean to be a Taiwanese/Asian-American living in this day and age? How do we define identity against our heritage and unique life experiences? Join us for this small group discussion where we will connect with our fellow Taiwanese/Asian-Americans and craft and share our personal stories. Light refreshments will be provided! This workshop will consist of a small group of 10 participants, so get your ticket soon if you haven't already! Questions? Contact Jen or Anthony for more information! Register Now TAP-Boston Service Event with Cradles to Crayons Tuesday, March 13, 2018 6:30pm to 8:30pm Cradles to Crayons (155 North Beacon Street Boston, MA 02135) Come volunteer with TAP-Boston at the Cradles to Crayons Giving Factory warehouse, where we will roll up our sleeves and help provide local children with the basic essentials they need to thrive at home and at school. Reserve your spot soon as spots fill up quickly! Questions? Contact Rich or Mike. Register Now Featured Partner Event Let's Talk!: Promoting the Success and Well-Being of Asian & Asian American College Students Saturday, March 24, 2018 9:30am - 5:00pm Harvard Graduate School of Education (13 Appian Way Cambridge, MA 02138) The Let’s Talk! conference is a free gathering for parents, college students, and community leaders of Asian descent who seek to explore ways of promoting both the success AND well-being of Asian and Asian-American students. This year's conference is focused on understanding mental health-related issues as experienced by college students. During the conference, attendees will also have the opportunity to attend breakout sessions addressing a variety of Pan-Asian mental health-related issues, interact with mental health professionals, and learn more about Pan-Asian mental health. For more information, please see our conference schedule! http://www.talkhgse.org/schedule/ Register Now Special thanks to our sponsors: PLATINUM Thomas M. Tseng, D.O., M.P.H. and Donna Chan GOLD SILVER Terry M. Lee, M.D. Jonathan Lee Hi Boston TAP folks, Thanks for helping us wrap up the first month 2018 in style - check out some pictures from January's events including the Goal Setting workshop, the Resume Review mentorship session, and the ACDC card-making service event! We have an exciting set of events coming in February including Lunar New Year celebrations and upcoming events below - you won't want to miss out! Keep your eyes peeled in the upcoming newsletters for more info on our 6th Annual Gala held at the Hyatt Regency Boston! Love, TAP-Boston Upcoming Events Lunar New Year Dinner with TAP Saturday, Feb 24, 2018 6:30pm to 8:30pm Gourmet China House & Jade Garden Come ring in the Lunar New Year and join us for dinner in Chinatown! We'll be going traditional family style at Gourmet China House and Jade Garden - eat with us and join us for celebratory drinks afterwards! Seating is limited to eight spots each and tickets go quick - be sure to reserve your spot ASAP! Questions? Contact Anthony. Reserve Your Seat TAP-Boston Service Event at Pine Street Inn Sunday, Feb 25, 2018 9:00am to 12:30pm Pine Street Inn (444 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118) Join Taiwanese American Professionals-Boston for a morning of volunteering! We will be joining the Pine Street Inn, a local organization that works to end homelessness, to help prepare and serve food in their soup kitchen. Afterward, you can stay for a tour of the inn and learn about their mission. Questions? Contact Rich. Register Now Workshop: Effective Communication Skills Sunday, Feb 25, 2018 3:00pm to 5:00pm WeWork South Station (745 Atlantic Avenue Boston, MA 02111) Strong communication skills are fundamental to be successful in life. Not only is it important for work but also life. People with effective communication skills usually enjoy better interpersonal relationships. However, we're expected to know how to communicate effectively despite the majority of us having never taken a class or learned explicitly how to communicate effectively. That's why for this month, we'll be hosting a workshop focused on honing communication skills. You'll be learning how to manage difficult conversations and tips that you can apply to your work and personal lives. This will be an activity oriented workshop and limited to 10 people. Hope to see you there! Questions? Contact Karl. Register Now Featured Partner Event MIT Asia Business Conference: “Innovative Asia” Saturday, March 3, 2018 8:30am - 5:30pm MIT Media Lab (75 Amherst St, Cambridge, MA 02139) The MIT Asian Business Conference is the largest Asian business conference in the US and brings together founders, executives and investors to showcase the myriad ways Asia is leading technological innovation and shaping the world. This year, the focus is on  Healthcare, Retail & Consumer, Banking & Finance, and PE/VC Investment. Keynote speakers include Lee McCabe, Head of North America at Alibaba and Wei Jiang, Partner at ZhenFund. Exclusive for members - save $10 with the promo code: TAPBOSTON