EVENTS CALENDAR
Serica has hosted dozens of events with an average of 250+ registered participants for each. Our attendees represent a wide network of U.S.-China social impact, nonprofit, and philanthropy leaders.
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Thursday, May 22, 2025 at
AAPI Women's Gala
Celebrate the remarkable achievements and stories of trailblazing women from the Asian diaspora who have made significant impacts across various sectors. This gala is not just an event; it's a powerful gathering that honors legacies, sparks innovation, and fosters alliances to advance positive social change.
Experience a night filled with compelling narratives, prestigious awards, and vibrant connections that highlight the breadth and richness of Asian and AAPI contributions. Your participation will support innovative programs that empower the next generation and preserve the rich legacies of our community's pioneers.
Save the date for 2025!
Watch Women's Gala Highlights & More
AAPI Next Gen Trailblazers Gala
On September 13, 2023 at China Institute in New York City, the Serica Initiative convened trailblazers, thought leaders, and rising talents to empower and inspire each other along Serica's mission: to galvanize a global community of changemakers to advocate for greater Asian American inclusion and advance positive social impact in U.S.-China relations, through dialogue, storytelling, and our convening power.
Honorees included George Takei, Star Trek actor, author, and civil rights activist; Wendy O’Neill, Life Trustee of the Rockefeller-funded Asian Cultural Council and former Trustee of Rockefeller Brothers Fund; Frank H. Wu, President of Queens College, former Committee of 100 Chairman, and Serica Board Member; and Patricia Chin OD, Co-Founder of VP Records, the world’s largest independent reggae label.
Watch the Next Gen Trailblazers Gala Highlights
Past Events
To access all programs organized by strategic priority, please see AAPI Inclusion & Solidarity, CINGS, and Doing Well x Doing Good
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Empowering Women in Tech
We partnered with Brix Labs & AWS Start Up Labs to welcome learners to a networking event during SF Tech Week to learn from women at different points of their careers to speak on the challenges and opportunities as women in tech. Over 200 people joined in person and virtually to enjoy the panelists and learn their insights. Click the picture to watch the conversation on our youtube!
Serica Storytellers: Preserving Legacies | Yue-Sai Kan
This webinar was a live recorded event, featuring moderator Di Cai and Yue-Sai Kan in an intimate setting surrounded by friends and supporters in New York CIty. Watch the recap to gain valuable insights into Yue-Sai's dedication and hard work to produce legendary television content and help open up China to the western world. Her entrepreneurial spirit shines bright as she talks about her new memoir, "The Most Famous Woman in China"
AAPI Women's Gala 2024
On May 14th, we hosted over 220 guests in NYC for a spectacular evening honoring extraordinary women in their fields. The 8th Annual Women's Gala exceeded expectations as our 9 honorees delighted guests with wisdom and inspiration.
How to Balance Work-Life in the Digital Age
We held an empowering session with Sheila Lirio Marcelo, a renowned entrepreneur and advocate for women in the workforce and founder of Care.com and co-founder of Ohai.ai. We explored effective strategies and tech tools that can help achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Progress or Backlash? Where Do Women Stand in 2024?
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Sheryl WuDunn helped us explore the state of women's rights and empowerment in today's world. With the expertise of WuDunn and the nuanced perspective of documentary filmmaker Maro Chermayeff, this event was a deep dive into the complex narrative of gender equality in 2024.
Meet us in Seattle Happy Hour
The China Project and The Serica Initiative members met in Seattle for casual drinks and conversation with local supporters and activists at Optimism Brewing Company for an inspired evening. The event was co-sponsored by the Washington State China Relations Council.
The Serica Annual Gala
Serica kicked off its benefit series in an exploration of the themes of social impact and to strengthen the community of those who want to DO WELL X DO GOOD in the U.S.-China space.
Climate, Comedy, & Cocktails
This event featured over 200 guests convening during NY Climate Week for a celebration of our new docuseries done in partnership with ALL ARTS, Climate Artists. Guests enjoyed climate friendly food and cocktails along with an eco-market of community partners, an expert panel on US/Asia climate policy, stand-up comedy from Jiaoying Summers, and a fireside chat with one of the artists from the series, sTo Len, after watching the premiere of his episode! The event was graciously hosted by the talented BD Wong.
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Asian Women On Boards with
Jenny Ming
In this engaging session, Jenny Ming, a seasoned retail fashion executive from Charlotte Rousse, Gap, Inc., Old Navy, and now as CEO at Rothy's, shared her journey, insights, and invaluable advice on navigating the path to board membership in various fields.
Voices Rising: What's Next for Asian Americans in the Arts?
In May during AAPI Heritage month, we partnered with the WNET Groups ALL ARTS, & EXPLORING HATE, and CUNY AARI to host talented AAPI writers, actors, and performers to discuss their experiences living and working in America, its challenges, and opportunities. Watch the full event on YouTube by clicking the banner.
At The Crossroads: Navigating the Future of Gender Equality
As the world stands at a crucial juncture in the fight for gender equality, this webinar explored the multifaceted challenges that lie ahead and the transformative strategies that can lead to meaningful change.
The Serica Initiative Supper Celebration & Fundraiser
Last spring, the Serica Initiative hosted a festive convening of world-renowned businesspeople, investors, philanthropists, foundations, nonprofits, and others who are furthering the cause of AAPI inclusion and advancing positive social impact in U.S.-China relations.
Art as an Asset Class: A Conversation with Ed Tang and John Auerbach
John Auerbach, CEO of UOVO, and Ed Tang, Partner at Art-Bureau, came together to teach us more about art as an asset class in an event moderated by Agnes Lew, Senior Vice President and Head of Private Banking at East West Bank.
