Events › Let Me Tell You: Stories of Asian American Authenticity

Join Mia Park and seven Asian Pacific Islander Desi Americans (APIDA) from Chicago as they share their personal stories of staying authentic in the face of anti-Asian sentiment. Storytellers include mixed race, adopted, transgendered, and immigrant individuals from across the diaspora. This project is partially supported by Neighborhood Access Program Grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events and by the generous underwriting of Barbara Levy Kipper.

How to Attend
This event is available in person and online.   
Registration is only required to attend online.

Attend in person at the Bezazian Branch
1210 W. Ainslie Street, Chicago, Illinois, 60640
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Attend online via Zoom
Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the Library Use Guidelines.

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Accessibility
Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom. Need live captioning for this event? Please call (312) 747-4072 or email access@chipublib.org. Requests for live captioning must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

(Image source: Mia Park)