1990 Institute

Alan Tien has joined our Board. 🙌 With decades of leadership across Silicon Valley and global markets, he brings a strong perspective on cross-cultural understanding. We look forward to his insights. Learn more: 1990institute.org/leadership #AsianAmericanYouth #GlobalLeadership

Although Hollywood used to shrink all Asian women into stereotypes, trailblazers like Anna May Wong pushed forward. Today we are seeing real breakthroughs, but there is still more room to grow. #AsianAmericanActresses #AsianAmericansInFilm #AsianAmericanRepresentation

Although Hollywood used to shrink all Asian women into stereotypes, trailblazers like Anna May Wong pushed forward. Today we are seeing real breakthroughs, but there is still more room to grow. #AsianAmericanActresses #AsianAmericansInFilm #AsianAmericanRepresentation

Historic moment in film. Filipino American cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw becomes the first woman to win the Oscar for Best Cinematography for her work on Sinners. A powerful milestone for representation behind the camera. #AsianAmericanExcellence #Oscars

We’re excited to welcome Calvin Yuen to our Board and Program Committee. Calvin is Lead Commercial Counsel at Headspace and a strong supporter of the Asian American community and U.S.–China dialogue. Learn more - 1990institute.org/leadership #AsianAmericanYouth #GlobalLeadership

Join us on March 18 for a reading and conversation with author Daniel Tam-Claiborne (“Transplants”) and award-winning writer Claire Jia. They’ll discuss Asian American authorship, transnational identity, and the power of storytelling. Register here - uscet.org/asian-american…

Mary Tape (1857-1934) was born near Shanghai and emigrated to the U.S. when she was 11. In 1884, she fought for her Chinese American daughter Mamie’s right to attend public school in San Francisco, nearly 70 years before Brown v. Board of Education. Who should we cover next?

🙌 March 8 is International Women’s Day. 🙌 We honor the Asian American women whose leadership and community work continue to strengthen dialogue and advance cross-cultural understanding. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonth #AsianAmericanWomen #1990Institute

At the 2025 Roots & Wings Youth Symposium, leaders from Google and Genentech joined our adult and youth moderators and our audience of students for an inspiring conversation about curiosity, problem-solving, and representation in STEM. See the recording at:youtu.be/QcCYbxF1L7A

Congratulations to 1990 Institute’s newly elected Committee Chairs! Their leadership across development, programs, and communications will help guide our continued growth and community engagement. Learn more about our team at 1990institute.org/leadership. #1990Institute #Leadership

Announcing our newly elected Board Officers. Their experience, insight, and commitment will guide us as we continue to empower Asian American youth, support community engagement, and promote thoughtful U.S.–China dialogue. Learn more at 1990institute.org/leadership #BoardLeadership

Grace Yu reflected on the power of intergenerational dialogue and community building at the 2025 Roots & Wings Youth Symposium. Through personal stories and shared experiences, she reminded us that trust and understanding grow through open conversation. youtu.be/akUb1GdDm5w

Enter our Essay Contest with @CarterCenter, @21CenturyChina, @GPS_UCSD, Fudan-UC Center on Contemporary China, & @ChinaFocusBlog! Open to college/university students in the 2025-26 academic year. See full rules: 1990institute.org/college-essay-… #uschina #uschinarelations #essaycontest

The Horse symbolizes energy, independence, and forward momentum. ✨ At the 1990 Institute, we celebrate Lunar New Year by honoring the traditions and stories that continue to inspire each new beginning. 🧧 Join us and follow us here as we embark on our 36th year!