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Five years ago, TAAF was launched—catalyzed by crisis and fueled by urgency and a commitment to the AAPI community. What began as a response has grown into long-term impact rooted in resilience, partnership, and purpose.

Over the past five years, we’ve worked together to invest in the safety and revitalization of our communities, expand opportunities for the next generation, and uplift the stories and identities that make our community so vibrant. Through it all, one thing has remained constant: the power of coming together.

In 2025, that collective effort led to meaningful growth, deeper impact, and a more focused approach—producing research to shape the national conversation, strengthening our work in communities, building lasting partnerships, and continuing to meet the evolving needs of AAPI communities across the country.

This milestone is not just a reflection of what we’ve done, but of what we’ve built together. Thank you for joining us. We look forward to our work together for the next five, 10, and 100 years.

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the country is sharply divided over a fundamental question: What does it mean to be truly American?

Today, TAAF unveiled the findings of its sixth annual Social Tracking of Asian Americans in the U.S. (STAATUS) Index—the leading national study of Americans' perceptions of AAPIs. Conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago, the study finds widespread uncertainty about the place of the nation’s 25 million AAPIs, revealing stark gaps in how U.S. adults think about the impact of federal policies on Asian Americans and the growing cultural influence of AAPIs. The survey also shows AAPIs are anxious amid mounting federal crackdowns on immigration, trade wars, safety concerns, and other pressures.

“Despite our community’s growing power, a significant share of the public is still forming views about America’s fastest-growing racial group with no direct connection or information," said Norman Chen, CEO of TAAF. "[The STAATUS Index] helps to explain the perception gaps that run throughout this report, and has real consequences for our community’s future."

Building on five years of research, this year's study brings an evolved methodology and expanded focus on policy and current events, developed with input from a committee of leading scholars. To read more, click the link in bio or visit share.taaf.org/STAATUS2026.

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the country is sharply divided over a fundamental question: What does it mean to be truly American?

Today, TAAF unveiled the findings of its sixth annual Social Tracking of Asian Americans in the U.S. (STAATUS) Index—the leading national study of Americans' perceptions of AAPIs. Conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago, the study finds widespread uncertainty about the place of the nation’s 25 million AAPIs, revealing stark gaps in how U.S. adults think about the impact of federal policies on Asian Americans and the growing cultural influence of AAPIs. The survey also shows AAPIs are anxious amid mounting federal crackdowns on immigration, trade wars, safety concerns, and other pressures.

“Despite our community’s growing power, a significant share of the public is still forming views about America’s fastest-growing racial group with no direct connection or information," said Norman Chen, CEO of TAAF. "[The STAATUS Index] helps to explain the perception gaps that run throughout this report, and has real consequences for our community’s future."

Building on five years of research, this year's study brings an evolved methodology and expanded focus on policy and current events, developed with input from a committee of leading scholars. To read more, click the link in bio or visit share.taaf.org/STAATUS2026.

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the country is sharply divided over a fundamental question: What does it mean to be truly American?

Today, TAAF unveiled the findings of its sixth annual Social Tracking of Asian Americans in the U.S. (STAATUS) Index—the leading national study of Americans' perceptions of AAPIs. Conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago, the study finds widespread uncertainty about the place of the nation’s 25 million AAPIs, revealing stark gaps in how U.S. adults think about the impact of federal policies on Asian Americans and the growing cultural influence of AAPIs. The survey also shows AAPIs are anxious amid mounting federal crackdowns on immigration, trade wars, safety concerns, and other pressures.

“Despite our community’s growing power, a significant share of the public is still forming views about America’s fastest-growing racial group with no direct connection or information," said Norman Chen, CEO of TAAF. "[The STAATUS Index] helps to explain the perception gaps that run throughout this report, and has real consequences for our community’s future."

Building on five years of research, this year's study brings an evolved methodology and expanded focus on policy and current events, developed with input from a committee of leading scholars. To read more, click the link in bio or visit share.taaf.org/STAATUS2026.

Too Asian. Not American enough. But what if we didn’t have to choose?

Today, TAAF launched the "Asian+American" campaign, a national initiative created to embrace and celebrate the full complexity of our Asian American identities. While we’re told to shrink ourselves or question our place, this campaign uses the power of storytelling and personal narrative to assert the opposite: we belong here.

At the heart of the campaign is the short film "Beyond, Together," narrated by award-winning actor @iamsandraohinsta and directed by award-winning director @seanswang, which explores the pressure to choose between identities and offers an intimate look at Asian American individuals embracing their full selves without limits or compromises.

Created in partnership with @wknyc, #AsianPlusAmerican celebrates the pride, power, and complexity of being both. Being Asian American isn’t a contradiction. It’s our superpower.

Learn more at the link in bio, or visit taaf.org.

For many AAPIs, feeling unsafe isn’t the exception—it’s part of everyday life.

In fact, more than 1 in 5 AAPIs say they were insulted or called a name because of their race or ethnicity at least once in the past year. These experiences are reflected in where AAPIs feel unsafe, particularly on public transportation (22%) and in online spaces (19%)—both of which are settings where they are more likely than any other racial group to report feeling uncomfortable.

Building on five years of research, this year‘s #STAATUSIndex brings an expanded focus on policy and current events. To read more, click the link in bio or visit share.taaf.org/STAATUS2026.

For many AAPIs, feeling unsafe isn’t the exception—it’s part of everyday life.

In fact, more than 1 in 5 AAPIs say they were insulted or called a name because of their race or ethnicity at least once in the past year. These experiences are reflected in where AAPIs feel unsafe, particularly on public transportation (22%) and in online spaces (19%)—both of which are settings where they are more likely than any other racial group to report feeling uncomfortable.

Building on five years of research, this year‘s #STAATUSIndex brings an expanded focus on policy and current events. To read more, click the link in bio or visit share.taaf.org/STAATUS2026.

PASS THE PHONE TO AN AANHPI BROADWAY THEATRE MAKER ICON!🌸

As AAPI Heritage Month comes to a close, I'm grateful I got to spend it surrounded by so many inspiring creatives, leaders, athletes, and storytellers at this year's TAAF Summit.

Learned a lot, met some incredible people, and ate extremely well. Thank you @taaforg for having me! Maybe next year I’ll make it off the sidelines… 🏀😅 #TAAFPartner

Five years ago, TAAF launched with urgency to tackle our nation’s historic underinvestment in AAPI communities. While responding to the  rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic was our initial focus, our work has expanded into a much broader effort to advance safety, belonging, and prosperity for AAPI communities nationwide.

In a new interview, our CEO Norman Chen reflects on learnings from building TAAF, our proudest moments, and where we’re headed next. Swipe to learn more and read the full piece at our blog, The Takeaway.

Five years ago, TAAF launched with urgency to tackle our nation’s historic underinvestment in AAPI communities. While responding to the  rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic was our initial focus, our work has expanded into a much broader effort to advance safety, belonging, and prosperity for AAPI communities nationwide.

In a new interview, our CEO Norman Chen reflects on learnings from building TAAF, our proudest moments, and where we’re headed next. Swipe to learn more and read the full piece at our blog, The Takeaway.

Five years ago, TAAF launched with urgency to tackle our nation’s historic underinvestment in AAPI communities. While responding to the  rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic was our initial focus, our work has expanded into a much broader effort to advance safety, belonging, and prosperity for AAPI communities nationwide.

In a new interview, our CEO Norman Chen reflects on learnings from building TAAF, our proudest moments, and where we’re headed next. Swipe to learn more and read the full piece at our blog, The Takeaway.

Five years ago, TAAF launched with urgency to tackle our nation’s historic underinvestment in AAPI communities. While responding to the  rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic was our initial focus, our work has expanded into a much broader effort to advance safety, belonging, and prosperity for AAPI communities nationwide.

In a new interview, our CEO Norman Chen reflects on learnings from building TAAF, our proudest moments, and where we’re headed next. Swipe to learn more and read the full piece at our blog, The Takeaway.

Five years ago, TAAF launched with urgency to tackle our nation’s historic underinvestment in AAPI communities. While responding to the  rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic was our initial focus, our work has expanded into a much broader effort to advance safety, belonging, and prosperity for AAPI communities nationwide.

In a new interview, our CEO Norman Chen reflects on learnings from building TAAF, our proudest moments, and where we’re headed next. Swipe to learn more and read the full piece at our blog, The Takeaway.

Five years ago, TAAF launched with urgency to tackle our nation’s historic underinvestment in AAPI communities. While responding to the  rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic was our initial focus, our work has expanded into a much broader effort to advance safety, belonging, and prosperity for AAPI communities nationwide.

In a new interview, our CEO Norman Chen reflects on learnings from building TAAF, our proudest moments, and where we’re headed next. Swipe to learn more and read the full piece at our blog, The Takeaway.

Five years ago, TAAF launched with urgency to tackle our nation’s historic underinvestment in AAPI communities. While responding to the  rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic was our initial focus, our work has expanded into a much broader effort to advance safety, belonging, and prosperity for AAPI communities nationwide.

In a new interview, our CEO Norman Chen reflects on learnings from building TAAF, our proudest moments, and where we’re headed next. Swipe to learn more and read the full piece at our blog, The Takeaway.

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we're spotlighting books by AAPIs that you need to know about. Which ones are you putting on your list? 📚

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Food is more than nourishment; it’s memory, heritage, and the traditions we carry forward. It connects us across generations and geographies, telling stories through every dish—and every flavor.

And when we gather around it, we’re reminded that these stories are not just personal, but part of something much larger. This year’s Summit theme—“Together We Are the Asian+American Dream”—came to life through the dynamic Asian+American culinary experience, bringing together the history of our communities and possibilities in our future.

We’re incredibly grateful to Chef Helen Nguyen of @saigonsocialnyc for bringing together an extraordinary collective of chefs and culinary partners for this year’s TAAF Heritage Month Summit. Thank you to @eighteightsix, @anxoi.nyc, @anjufrc, @baccarathotels, @bangkoksupperclubnyc, @banhbylauren, @chosbakeshop, @dhamakanyc, @doublecrispybakery, @ekibenbaltimore, @essexpearl, @fishcheeksnyc, @goldendinerny, @hofoodsnyc, @jean_georgesnyc, @joji.nyc, @kasamachicago, @kimbaplab, @kjunnyc, @lysee.nyc, @mojoeastnyc, @mokbar_nyc, @naks.nyc, @noreetuh, @nowon.usa, @potluckclubny, @phoenixpalaceny, @passerinenyc, @ramieseattle, @rokstarchicken, @rowdyroosternyc, @wayan_restaurants, and @yingtaonyc for bringing this experience to life.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

Five years ago, I was at @taaforg’s inaugural event in DC. Five years later, it‘s amazing to reflect on how far our community has come, and still has to go.

The truest measure of our community’s strength is how intentionally we reach back. In the next five years, may we blaze trails wide enough to carry our most marginalized neighbors, all of us together.

It’s an honor to be able to have these meaningful conversations with you all and to be in the company of people like Clara Wu Tsai, Joe Tsai, Paraag Marathe, @kehuyquan @mike_yam, Neal Mohan, @sheilaliriomarcelo. Inspired by you all, by the TAAF board and hardworking staff, by the community leaders in the room. May the next five years be defined not just by how far we‘ve come, but by who we bring along with us.

“We are all people who come from voyagers.” Mahalo nui to everyone who joined us in New York City for our kaiāulu screening of Moana 2 in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi.

Mahalo piha to @taaforg and @pifilmfestnyc for helping make this special screening possible. Pua Aliʻi ‘Ilima o Nuioka,
Hãlau Hula o Nã Mele ‘Ăina o Hawai’i, &
Malama Hawai ‘i CU 🙏🏽

And a huge mahalo to @kingshawaiian and @waiakea for bringing a little taste of home to New York.

Special shoutout to @alohaalleynyc for the ono poke nachos. A crowd favorite!

Last year, TAAF launched Asian+American, a national campaign celebrating the duality of being both Asian and American, fully and proudly. It became a space for powerful stories about identity, belonging, and what it means to be both #AsianPlusAmerican.

This year, the story gets bigger.

On June 24th, @taaforg and @wongfupro will present "The United States of Asian+America"—a groundbreaking digital series uncovering the untold stories and impact of the AAPI community in U.S history.

These aren’t stories from the margins. They are foundational to the American story.