Association of Asian American Yale Alumni (AAAYA)

05/09/2026

Join us for the fourth lecture of the AAAYA 2026 Virtual Lecture Series featuring Captain Junsun Lee of the Redwood City Police Department.

Human Trafficking Impact on the AAPI Community: Law Enforcement Perspective
Explore the challenges of human trafficking within AAPI communities through the lens of law enforcement and community protection. Gain insight into the complexities of identifying and supporting vulnerable immigrant populations, while examining the intersection of advocacy, public safety, and systemic response strategies.

📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM PDT
💻 Virtual Webinar
RSVP: https://www.aaaya.org/event-details/captain-junsun-lee-redwood-city-pd-human-trafficking-impact-on-aapi-community-law-enforcement-perspective

05/05/2026

Join us for the third lecture of the AAAYA 2026 Virtual Lecture Series featuring Grant Din.
Asian Immigration: Angel Island History
Explore the powerful stories of Asian immigrants who passed through Angel Island. Learn about the interrogation and detention experiences they faced, and the lasting impact of these policies on AAPI history and identity.
📅 Tuesday, May 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM PDT
💻 Virtual Event
RSVP: https://www.aaaya.org/event-details/grant-din-yc79-genealogist-and-angel-island-historian-asian-immigration-angel-island-history

04/27/2026

Join us for the second lecture of the AAAYA 2026 Virtual Lecture Series featuring Elizabeth Kaozouapa Lee.
Future Directions and Policy Options
Explore the future of immigration advocacy through the intersection of legislative action and community organizing. Hear insights on immigrant justice, economic equity, and actionable strategies for building more inclusive and comprehensive immigration policies.
📅 Wednesday, April 29, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM PDT
💻 Virtual Event
RSVP: https://www.aaaya.org/event-details/elizabeth-kazuoapa-lee-yc11-mn-state-representative-future-directions-and-policy-options

04/27/2026

📣 Don't miss Lecture 2 of the AAAYA 2026 Virtual Lecture Series — this Wednesday!

🗓️ Wednesday, April 29 | 5:00–6:00 PM PDT | FREE & Virtual

"Future Directions and Policy Options"
Featuring:
✨ Rep. Liz Lee (YC'11) — MN State Representative & champion for Asian American voices in policy
✨ ThaoMee Xiong — Executive & Network Director, Coalition of Asian American Leaders (CAAL)
✨ Anjuli Cameron — SEWA-AIFW, advocating for South Asian immigrant health & safety

This is a conversation you don't want to sit out. Three incredible leaders will unpack the intersection of legislative action and community organizing — from immigrant justice and economic equity to domestic violence advocacy and elder care — and share real, actionable strategies for building more inclusive immigration policy.

🔗 RSVP now: https://www.aaaya.org/event-details/elizabeth-kazuoapa-lee-yc11-mn-state-representative-future-directions-and-policy-options

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AAAYA 2026 Virtual Lecture Series: Lecture 2

04/24/2026

Yale University Alumni Association and 1stGenYale are launching the 1st Five Years Project to better understand and support recent graduates navigating life after college.

If you’re a Yale alum from the Classes of 2020–2025, your voice can help shape future programming, mentorship, career resources, and community support for early post-grad transitions.
Complete the confidential survey by May 31st. All Yale alumni are welcome to participate.

04/22/2026

Join us for the first lecture of the AAAYA 2026 Virtual Lecture Series featuring Prof. Mary Lui.

Echoes of Exclusion: Asian American History and Contemporary Immigration Justice
Explore the long history of U.S. immigration policy and how past precedents continue to shape immigration injustice today.

📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM PDT
💻 Virtual Event
RSVP: https://www.aaaya.org/event-details/mary-liu-prof-of-american-studies-echoes-of-exclusion-asian-american-history-and-contemporary-immigration-justice

03/25/2026

Tina Yeh Fellowship – Yale Students
Find full application details here:
https://www.aaaya.org/tinaeyehfellowship

Key Dates:
• Application Deadline: April 3, 2026 (11:59 PM PT)
• Interviews: Week of April 6, 2026
• Final Decisions: April 10, 2026