In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, we’re reflecting on wise words from wise women within the Asian-American and Pacific-Islander communities.
AAPI Women
Seasoned: Women Culinary Pioneers – Cecilia Chiang
In San Francisco, an immigrant restaurateur brings authentic Chinese cuisine to the U.S. via The Mandarin. It’s a love letter to her childhood in China, pre-Communist Revolution.
She Brings Function and Vibrance to Everyday Items
Skye Ding launched her homegoods brand, ANNOVA, to bring modern, colorful flatware to the kitchen.
The Woman Behind Those Seaweed Snacks in Your Kids’ Lunch Box
Korean-born Annie Chun grew up watching her mother roast seaweed on the stovetop. She’s now the co-founder of Gimme Seaweed, a popular, healthy and sustainable brand.
7 Books for Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
We’ve compiled a collection of acclaimed books written by Asian-American and Pacific Islander women, from Michelle Zauner to Chanel Miller.
A New Resistance Tactic: Proposals to Legislate Men’s Bodies
Two new state-level bills are designed to spark conversation – and force anti-abortion politicians to confront the reality of who they seek to control, the lawmakers behind them say.
‘I Found Myself Grappling with the Complexities of Identity and Belonging’
We spoke with four inspiring female entrepreneurs, including immigrants from the Philippines and Vietnam, about their experience being an AAPI founder.
Olivia Rodrigo to Donate a Portion of Tour Profits to Abortion Rights Efforts
The pop star plans to give some of her ticket sales to Fund 4 Good, her new nonprofit focused on community-based reproductive justice.
It Only Took 96 Years: 3 Women-Directed Films Are Oscar Contenders
The 2024 Academy Awards nominations for “Best Picture” included a record number of films by women directors, but parity is still a long way off.
This Minnesota City is Embarking Upon a New, Women-Led Chapter
All seven seats in the St. Paul city council are now occupied by women. It’s also the youngest and most diverse council the city has ever seen.
New ‘Star Wars’ Director Will Bring Balance, Representation to The Force
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is set to become both the first woman and first person of color to helm a film in the internationally beloved franchise.
Naomi Osaka Wants Kids to Manage Mental Health, Too
The tennis star (and mother-to-be) just released a free meditation series for children.
Clean Queen Marie Kondo Has ‘Given Up’ on Perpetual Tidiness
The author and “Tidying Up” host says she simply doesn’t have the time to keep an impeccable home since having children. We can relate.
Preventing Good Food From Going to Waste
Watch our video featuring Leah Lizarondo of Food Rescue Hero, a platform that aims to prevent massive food waste in landfills.
How India is Paving the Way for the World’s Women Pilots
A new report examines how India became a global leader when it comes to representation in aviation.