Pandemic panic: The surging violence against Asian Americans

Thursday, March 18, 2021

6 p.m. 7 p.m. PT

Online


The Annenberg Cross-Cultural Student Association in partnership with the Annenberg chapter of the Asian-American Journalists Association is hosting a very important discussion on the rising cases of violence against Asian Americans during the pandemic. Panelists will focus on the Asian American identity, the media portrayal of anti-Asian hate crimes, and how others can help support the community. 

Panelists:

  • Anh Do (BA, Print Journalism and English, ’92), L.A. Times metro reporter 
  • Joyce Jang, USC SCAPE co-president 
  • Jon Funabiki, retired professor of journalism, SFSU founder of Renaissance Journalism 
  • Dr. Sherry Wang, associate professor, Santa Clara University, Department of Counseling Psychology  
  • Christina Yang, general counsel and pro bono director for Asian Americans Advancing Justice - L.A.
  • Asian Americans Advancing Justice special guest

This program is open to all eligible individuals. USC Annenberg operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

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