video archive

Town Hall with NYC Mayoral Candidates & the Korean American Community (Re-Upload)
June 17, 2021

We Belong Here: Over 1,000 New Yorkers March Against Anti-Asian Hate at Flushing Town Hall
May 2, 2021

Korean American Community Task Force Against Asian Hate Holds #StopAsianHate Info Session with NYC Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit (CAU) and NYPD Hate Crime Task Forces
April 21, 2021

Sen. Chuck Schumer and AAPI New Yorkers Rally in Koreatown to Pass Bill that Bolsters DOJ Efforts to Combat Rise in Violence Against Asian Americans
April 19, 2021

Memorial Service for Victims of ATL Shooting (뉴욕한인회 아틀란타 희생자 추모식)
March 26, 2021

On March 26 (the #StopAsianHate National Day of Action and Healing), KAAGNY held a memorial service at its headquarters to pay respects to the victims of the Atlanta murder spree and heal as a community. The memorial service also doubled as a viewing of the Worldwide Virtual Vigil hosted by KA Vote and Korean American Coalition (KAC) - Metro Atlanta, which KAAGNY and KAC National co-chaired. Over 400 organizations voiced support for the Vigil, and over 4,000 people across the globe tuned in for the livestream on Friday evening.

Worldwide Vigil for the Victims of the ATL Shooting (애틀랜타 총격 사건 피해자 전 세계 촛불 추모식)
March 26, 2021

Thousands of people gathered virtually for a worldwide vigil that took place on Friday, March 26th (the #StopAsianHate National Day of Action and Healing) to unite as a global community as we pay respects to the deceased, find communal healing and hope in the face of heightened violence that has traumatized the entire Asian American community, and call for solidarity under a banner of anti-racism.

Jamaica Solidarity Rally with 100 Suits & KAAGNY (흑인 인권단체100 SUITS, 아시안 증오범죄 반대 기자회견)
March 25, 2021

On March 25, community leaders and local elected officials gathered in Jamaica, Queens for a Solidarity Event to denounce the surge of anti-Asian attacks and violence. The rally was organized by Kevin Livingston, the Founder and President of 100 Suits, in conjunction with KAAGNY, leaders from Southeast Queens, and allies. 

Allyships & Solutions Against Racism, Discrimination, and Hate (타민족연대 인종차별 대응 및 해결 방안 모색 토론회)
March 25, 2021

In light of the growing anti-Asian sentiment and hate incidents across the US, KAAGNY facilitated a conversation among community leaders (representing the Black, Latinx, Jewish, and Asian American communities) to share insights on how best to combat discrimination, joined by elected officials to provide resources at the federal, state, and local levels. The panelists were joined by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Rep. Grace Meng, State Senator John Liu, Queens DA Melinda Katz, and NYC Councilman Peter Koo.

Reverend Al Sharpton & National Action Network Press Conference on Anti-Asian Attacks (아시안 인종차별 반대 기자회견 참석 연대 강화)
March 18, 2021

On the morning of March 18, Reverend Al Sharpton and the National Action Network held a rally at the House of Justice in Harlem, NY with AAPI community leaders and NYC mayoral candidates to denounce anti-Asian discrimination and hate incidents. 

March First Korean Independence Celebration (제102주년 3.1절 기념식)
March 1, 2021

On March 1, KAAGNY held its annual event to celebrate the 102nd Anniversary of the March First Korean Independence Movement. The March First Movement (삼일운동) of 1919 was comprised of a series of grass-roots demonstrations of peaceful protest for Korean sovereignty from imperial rule. It was the largest uprising against Japanese rule during the colonial period. KAAGNY honored the Gwangbok Association of New York at the event for their dedication to preserving the legacy of Korean independence fighters.

South Korean President Moon Jae In’s March First Presidential Address (제102주년 삼일절 기념식 문재인 대통령 기념사)
March 1, 2021

To commemorate the 102nd Anniversary of the March First Korean Independence Movement, South Korean President Moon Jae In delivered his Presidential Address to Korean compatriots across the globe.

Sangju Arirang - Performance by Junghi Kim (상주아리랑, 김정희 부회장)
March 1, 2021

Check out the performance of Sangju Arirang by Junghi Kim (Director of Korean Traditional Music Association of Northeast America and VP of Event Planning, KAAGNY) that was aired during KAAGNY’s 2021 March First Korean Independence Celebration.

JangBuGa - Performance by Kunsu kim (뮤지컬 영웅 ‘장부가,’ 김건수 부회장)
March 1, 2021

Check out the performance of Jangbuga by Kunsu Kim (VP of Culture and Arts, KAAGNY) that was aired during KAAGNY’s 2021 March First Korean Independence Celebration.

102 Years On: The March First Movement in NYC (뉴욕시 독립유적지 소개, 김애리 부회장)
March 1, 2021

Check out the video tour of historic sites in NYC where important moments in Korean and Korean American history took place, including the final resting place of the Korean activist Earl K. Whang. The video tour, led by Eri Kim (VP of Communications, KAAGNY), was  aired during KAAGNY’s 2021 March First Korean Independence Celebration.

2021 KAAGNY Virtual Gala (뉴욕한인회 61주년 뉴욕한인의 밤 및 118주년 미주한인의 날)
January 13, 2021

The annual Gala is KAAGNY’s main fundraising event which supports and ensures the success of KAAGNY programs for the coming year. Reflecting this year’s theme, “Stronger Together: Community Building in the COVID-19 Era,” KAAGNY has focused its efforts and resources on providing assistance to members of our society who are experiencing an array of difficulties and challenges, building solidarity with other communities of color, and raising Korean American voices in the civic process.

Join us as we celebrate the contributions of community organizations that have gone the extra mile to build up our community, serve the most vulnerable, and empower Korean American voices.