Asian American Stories Events
2025 Asian American Stories Youth Internship Program
This meeting was hosted by:
Diana Ding, CEO of Silicon Valley Community Media (SVCM) and Chair of the Asian American Stories (AAS) project.
Joel Wang, Co-Chair and Chair of Judges, shared important updates and guidance on the judging process.
Elly, Volunteer Leader, presented details about volunteer coordination, supported by Penny, who helps with volunteer communications.
Nina, Executive Assistant and Content Editor, participated in the meeting to assist with documentation and outreach materials.
In this video, recorded on the morning of June 16, 2025, host Diana leads a team update session featuring Elly and Penny, the two key coordinators of our summer volunteer program... host Diana leads a team update session featuring Elly and Penny, the two key coordinators of our summer volunteer program. They share insights on the current progress of the project, team collaboration, challenges faced, and plans for the upcoming weeks.
At the end of the video, Joel offers a thoughtful wrap-up, encouraging the team and sharing his hope for the continued growth of Asian American Stories.
This project is more than just volunteering—it’s a journey of leadership, connection, and storytelling. Through every meeting, task, and shared experience, our young participants are not only contributing to the community but also discovering their own voices and developing skills that will stay with them for life.
We believe that when youth are given the opportunity to lead and express themselves, they create real impact—not just in their surroundings, but within themselves. Asian American Stories is proud to offer a meaningful platform where ideas can flourish, cultures can connect, and stories can be heard across generations.
Together, we are building more than a program—we are nurturing a space for growth, empathy, and lasting community bonds.
