CRE 287 - Understanding Asian American Social Movements
Understanding Asian American Social Movements 1) Starting in the 1960s and 1970s to present -promoting social justice, equality and representation. 2) The Formation of Early Asian American Social movements -characterized by sense of solidarity and unity among different Asian ethnic groups 3) Challenged dominant narratives and stereotypes 4) influenced by concept of "Third World Solidarity" = emphasized shared experiences and struggles of communities of color 5) Key organizations involved -early AA social movements a. the Asian American Political Alliance b. The Asian American Studies Department at San Francisco State U. c. The Yellow Brotherhood d. The Asian American Student Union -played crucial role promoting AA identity and challenging status. Helped create sense of solidarity and community 6) Key Figures involved in Movement a. Yugi Ichioka -historian/activist credited with coining term Asian American. b. Gordon Hirabayashi -sociologists/activists involved in formation o...