The Lunar New Year is a vibrant and joyous celebration observed by many cultures across East and Southeast Asia. While its roots lie in the Chinese lunar calendar, the holiday has been embraced and adapted by numerous countries, each having their own unique traditions and customs.

We at Chicago Asian Network understand that showing support for the queer community is not a June-only event. Hence, we have compiled a list of resources for those in the LGBTQI+ community who need help and for the allies who want to further support and inform themselves about the community.

In a historic first, 13th District Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita hosted a groundbreaking Language Access Summit, bringing together a diverse group of individuals and organizations to address the critical issue of language barriers.

Chicago lights up this October with Filipino American History Month, showcasing a fusion of cultural pride and modern flair. From performances to inspiring art and community events, every gathering celebrates the spirit and heritage of the Filipino community. Dive into a month of storytelling, connection, and celebration, honoring the past and shaping the future!

Learn more about Monica Eng, whose many stories, both existing and yet to be published, has positioned acceptance and positivity as her indelible mark in Chicago’s papers. 

While the Barbie movie effectively relayed the sad historical truth of women through a fictional trope, there are hundreds of documentaries that can truthfully show the degree that women can burn to change this. See the power of our real-life Barbies and how they blazed the world with their flair!

Although Bhutan is not a typical tour destination for those who chase whirlwind adventures, it is still worthwhile for those whose hearts are willing to journey its tranquil beauty. Here are the reasons why:

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

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

A champion in increasing the Asian presence in American leadership, ACE NextGen, is hosting a two-day conference centered on leveraging the power of relationships for Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPI) entrepreneurs in the McDonald’s Global Headquarters, Illinois.

Join us in person on October 13-14 for a 2-day epic experience - we’re coming together again for one heck of a reunion!

Sesame Street debuts its first-ever Asian American muppet—Ji-Young!