AAPI Heritage Month: Beyond the Hashtag

We’re halfway through May, but there’s still time to do more than acknowledge AAPI Heritage Month. This month is a call to spotlight the strength, and resilience of your Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. A time to highlight their unique skillsets and various cultures.

This isn’t about surface-level celebration. It’s about recognition. Of histories erased. Of stories overlooked. Of the grit it takes to navigate a world that too often stereotypes, silences, or sidelines.

Let’s talk truth:

• Asian Americans still battle xenophobia and even violence, daily.

• Pacific Islanders face disproportionate poverty and systemic roadblocks.

• Mental health stigma runs deep.

• And yet—this community shows up. Leads. Builds. Innovates.

So no, it’s not “too late.” Here’s how you show up now:

• Educate yourself. Culture isn’t monolithic. Neither is struggle.

• Build a workplace where safety isn’t performative—it’s real

• Offer real mental health support. Not just perks. Access.

• Foster upstanding behaviors. Allyship isn’t passive.

We’ve pulled together a practical guide to help you close the month strong—and keep the momentum going long after May ends. Click below to unlock practical strategies to create an environment where your AAPI colleagues are seen, heard, and valued.

Let’s turn recognition into real change.

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