NYWIFT Talks: Asian American Representation in Media
By Her Agenda StaffApr. 20 2021, Published 8:00 p.m. ET
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NYWIFT Talks will explore the intersection of the pandemic with racial and gender equality, and its direct impact on the Asian American community. The panel will also discuss how media is complicit in perpetuating Asian stereotypes, including how some journalists portray hate crimes against the Asian American community. Panelists include filmmaker Diane Paragas (Yellow Rose), Publicist David Ninh (Kino Lorber), and Merrill Sterritt (Cinereach).
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Board Member S Casper Wong.
New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT) advocates for equality in the moving image industry and supports women in every stage of their careers. As the preeminent entertainment industry association for women in New York, NYWIFT energizes women by illuminating their achievements, presenting training and professional development programs, awarding scholarships and grants, and providing access to a supportive community of peers.