Contact Us

"I think the importance of doing activist work is precisely because it allows you to give back." - Angela Davis, civil rights activist

If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please e-mail us at aaya@cyinyc.org


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The AAYA! Staff

"Your silence will not protect you." - Audre Lorde

Coordinators

Jeffrey Louie

Eva Yung

Melanie Gao

Writers (Fall 09)

William Kwan

Marion Condeza

Karen Zheng

Jenny Li

Sisi Huang

Shayra Kamal

Gavin Li

Philip Jeng

Bette Ha

Kevin Yung

David Lu

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Mission Statement

"We speak with the intention of being heard." - Kelly Tsai, spoken word artist

AAYA! - Asian American Youth Action!

Chinatown Youth Initiatives' blog run for youth by youth

A place dedicated to the personal stories and experiences of New York City Asian American youth on issues important to them. An inspirational start point for Asian American youth to stand out, help their community, find events, and discover themselves. Behind the masks of first impressions, false judgments and stereotypes are individuals with fresh perspectives that should be acknowledged. With our title in capital letters and an exclamation point, AAYA! screams out to Asian American teens and anyone who recognizes communities and individuals that call out for their own genuine voices.

Let us share with you what is important to us.

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