Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, or AAPI Heritage Month, is celebrated in May to recognize the contributions and accomplishments of Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Native Hawaiians. President George H. W. Bush designated May as AAPI Heritage Month in 1992. The month was chosen to commemorate the first Japanese immigrants arriving in the United States on May 7, 1843, and the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869, which was built by mostly Chinese immigrants. Here is a link to learn more about Asian Pacific American Heritage month: https://buff.ly/44kFVKG #gtt #globaltechnicaltalent #gttholiday #asianpacificamericanheritage #asianpacificamericanheritagemonth #aapi #asianpacificamericanheritage2024
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Did you know that May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month? Here are some interesting facts about this celebration: 🔸Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month takes place in May to mark the arrival of the first Japanese immigrant to the United States, which occurred on May 7, 1843. 🔸There are more than 19.4 million Asian Americans in the U.S., and it is the fastest growing ethnic group. 🔸There are 15 independent Pacific Island nations in addition to tens of thousands of islands, islets, and atolls. #genesis10 #aapi #asianpacificamerican
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May is AAPI Heritage Month, honoring the culture, traditions, and history of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. This annual observance commemorates significant milestones, like the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants on May 7, 1843, and the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869, largely built by Chinese laborers. The rich heritage of these communities has profoundly shaped US history. #MilitaryMakeover #AsianAmericanAndPacificIslanderHeritageMonth #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPIHeritageMonth2024
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Getting to know other cultures and their unique attributes is only one of the reasons we celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Learn about the diversity of the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) community in the U.S. and the issues impacting them today. https://lnkd.in/e-qfJRun #AAPI #AAPIHeritageMonth #AsianAmericanandPacificIslandHeritageMonth #AsianAmericanandPacificIslandHeritage #AsianAmericanandPacificIslander
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May marks the observance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. During this period, AAE recognizes accomplished speakers who champion equality and dignity for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Explore some of these influential voices. #AAPIHM #AANHPI #AAE #SpeakersBureau #EventProfs
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Did you know that May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month? It's a time to celebrate and appreciate the rich cultural heritage, history, and contributions of Asian Americans to the fabric of American society. How we can honor the courage, and contributions of Asian Americans while confronting the ongoing challenges of discrimination and marginalization this Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month? Follow Lori Tsugawa Whaley to learn more about Japanese history and let us commit ourselves to building a more inclusive and equitable society.💬 Read more:
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Asian Heritage Month: a time to recognize the history and celebrate the contributions that Asian communities have made and continue to make to in Canada. Learn more about significant events in the history of Asian communities in Canada: https://ow.ly/kfP750RtwwX #AHM2024
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To celebrate #AAPIHeritageMonth, each week we’re highlighting our Asian American and Pacific Islander partners and the depth and breadth of experience they bring to client matters. Learn more about Imad Khan and his practice here: https://bit.ly/4djvfA3 #WinstonDiversity
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Check out our latest b. better guide celebrating Asian America Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This guide explores cultural history, influential AAPI individuals, and books to add to your reading list. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/geW7BmeJ #aapiheritagemonth #aapimonth #aapihm
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The Asian American & Pacific Islander (#AAPI) community are an economic force in the US. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders own around 3 million businesses and 643,000 employer firms in the US, contributing more than $1 trillion in receipts and 5.2 million jobs. Between 2003 and 2019, AAPIs are estimated to have contributed to 26% of new patenting activity and 23% of US private sector output growth, which is equivalent to $1.5 trillion in GDP growth. https://lnkd.in/gsC_aeFc
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Today marks the beginning of #AAPIHeritageMonth – a time to celebrate the rich diversity, culture, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Check out these resources to learn more about AAPI history: https://lnkd.in/ggjUuivq
About Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
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