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Serica turns visibility into impact through award-winning storytelling, leadership development, and cross-sector convenings that strengthen AAPI representation, belonging, and influence.

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AAPI Trailblazers Conference: Owning our Stories in the Age of AI

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135 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016, USA

November 4, 2026

A dynamic half-day gathering exploring how AAPI leaders can help shape the future of artificial intelligence, storytelling, culture, and representation. Get in depth take-aways through thought-provoking keynotes, panels, an interactive workshop, performance, and meaningful networking.

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10/20/2026

From modern dance, startup ecosystems, and sustainable design — how are Asian Americans innovating with AI?

AAPI AAPI Storytelling Storytelling Community Convening

Xin Ying: the movements and moments of dance's living archive In this video, Xin Ying, Principal Dancer with Martha Graham Dance Company, performs an excerpt from “Letter to Nobody,” described as “a love letter to Martha Graham whose influence reaches beyond her physical existence; it is also a love letter to the artists who will never be known by Graham herself but who carry her legacy into the future.” With generative AI, Martha Graham is extracted from archival dance footage of her...

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10/20/2026

Who Gets to Shape the Future? Meet the Trailblazers Reimagining Our World in the Age of AI

Artificial Intelligence AAJA AI Conference Speakers

From a Columbia computer science pioneer to an AI poet exhibited at MoMA, meet the extraordinary voices gathering in New York City on November 4 for The Serica Initiative's 2026 AAPI Trailblazers Conference. Artificial intelligence is learning from us. But whose stories will it tell? Imagine a future where a machine can write a poem in your voice, reconstruct a dance from decades past, recommend your next career move, or explain the history of your community to someone who has never...

"Congratulations on such a triumphant gala event! I was deeply moved by the program and inspired by the important work that you and the Serica Initiative are doing for the AAPI community."

Michelle Yun Mapplethorpe

Director & Chief Curator, Katonah Musuem

"As a fourth-generation Japanese American, hearing Kathy Hirata Chin speak about her work to preserve and share our community’s stories was especially meaningful. I’m so appreciative of the Serica Initiative’s efforts to elevate Asian American voices."

Anne Sjolander

Director, The Nature Conservancy

“I was so inspired by Anla's opening speech and the remarks from all the honorees, especially Sheryl, Loida, and Anita. Empowering women and girls is a passion of mine as well, and I’m so discouraged by the persistent gender gap. The Serica Initiative is doing great work!

Eva Fearn

Director, Development Communications, Global Markets, The Nature Conservancy

"Thanks to Serica for making AAPI stories and voices heard. It's powerful, but it takes being brave and doing the work!”

Nicole Lam

Elementary School Educator

"In the current environment, we need more organizations like Serica to unite Asians against discrimination and spread the truth against fake news and false allegations. I really admire your energy and dedication."

Mary Pan

Managing Director, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management

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Yue-Sai Kan | How TV Revolutionized China's Global Outlook?

📺 Want to know how TV helped spark a revolution? Join Yue-Sai Kan as she takes us behind the scenes of how the Chinese government used television to educate the world, inspiring a whole new outlook on global relations. 🌍✨ 🎥 Don’t miss out—watch the full webinar now through the link in our bio! 🤝 Help us reach our goal of $8,888 by the end of the year—Join us in supporting our Giving Tuesday campaign to help amplify the voices of AAPI changemakers at www.givebutter.com/SericaGivingTuesday #YueSaiKan #WomenLeadership #TrailblazerSericaGalaAward #WomenEmpowerment #AsianAmericanLeaders #StrengthInVoices #DiversityAndInclusion #AAPIChangemakers #GivingTuesday #DonateToday #VideoClips

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Anita Bhatia | Can Women Bounce Back After the Pandemic?

Did you know? Women are making significant strides in maternal health, education, and finance, but the pandemic had other plans! 😷 Anita Bhatia dives deep into this topic in our At the Crossroads Webinar—because progress isn't just a buzzword; it's a collective effort.🌟 📽️ Don’t miss out—let’s achieve progress together! Watch the full webinar through the link in our bio. 🤝 Support our Giving Tuesday campaign if you want to see more incredible programming from AAPI changemakers! www.givebutter.com/SericaGivingTuesday #AtTheCrossroads #AnitaBhatia #GenderEquality #MaternalHealth #EducationMatters #FinanceForWomen #PandemicImpact #ProgressTogether #MakeProgressTogether #StrongerTogether #JoinTheDiscussion #AAPIChangemakers #GivingTuesday #SupportChangemakers #AAPICommunity #MakeADifference #DonateForChange

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Sheila Marcelo | Secrets to Success

Looking to strike the perfect balance between work and life? 🖐️ Sheila Marcelo shares her key to success: fostering a matriarchal culture that truly champions women's aspirations, along with a family that stands for equal opportunities. 💓 📽️ Don't miss out on this opportunity—let's make progress together! Catch the full webinar by clicking the link in our bio. 🤝 Join us in supporting our Giving Tuesday campaign to help amplify the voices of AAPI changemakers! www.givebutter.com/SericaGivingTuesday #WorkLifeBalance #SheilaMarcelo #WomenEmpowerment #FamilySupport #JoinTheDiscussion #AAPIChangemakers #GivingTuesday #SupportChangemakers #AAPICommunity #MakeADifference #DonateForChange

00:49

Anita Bhatia | Can Women Bounce Back After the Pandemic?

Did you know? Women are making significant strides in maternal health, education, and finance, but the pandemic had other plans! 😷 Anita Bhatia dives deep into this topic in our At the Crossroads Webinar—because progress isn't just a buzzword; it's a collective effort.🌟 📽️ Don’t miss out—let’s achieve progress together! Watch the full webinar through the link in our bio. 🤝 Support our Giving Tuesday campaign if you want to see more incredible programming from AAPI changemakers! www.givebutter.com/SericaGivingTuesday #AtTheCrossroads #AnitaBhatia #GenderEquality #MaternalHealth #EducationMatters #FinanceForWomen #PandemicImpact #ProgressTogether #MakeProgressTogether #StrongerTogether #JoinTheDiscussion #AAPIChangemakers #GivingTuesday #SupportChangemakers #AAPICommunity #MakeADifference #DonateForChange

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