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Connecting with culture may have a positive impact on your sense of belonging and identity which in turn can have a positive impact on your mental health and overall wellbeing.

How can we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month?

Connecting with culture may have a positive impact on your sense of belonging and identity which in turn on your mental health and overall wellbeing. Culture can also shape your health behaviors and beliefs (Roseto Effect). Recognizing and celebrating cultural traditions have shown to maintain continuity between generations. It allows sharing of heritage with others and can be used to teach others about their history.

24 million people in the United States identify as Asian with 1.6 million identifying as Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander or a combination. These distinct communities have enriched this country for generations.

AANHP Month


Ways to celebrate:

  1. Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
  2. Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan
  3. Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
  4. Permission to Come Home by Dr. Jenny Wang
  • Watch a movie by an Asian or Asian American filmmaker, crew, and cast.
  1. Nomadland
  2. Minari
  3. The Farewell
  4. Parasite
  5. Everything Everywhere All At Once
  6. Hindi cinema (aka Bollywood) is also a wonderful way to learn about the amalgamation of different cultures and heritage of India.