How to support the Asian-American community—now & always

In 2023, we're exploring one of the most important, but historically least talked about topics in AAPI communities: mental health. What does the conversation around mental health look like in 2023? And why are we still so afraid to talk about it?

View in Browser WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2023 As Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes to an end, we're exploring one of the most important, but historically least talked about topics in AAPI communities: mental health. What does the conversation around mental health look like in 2023 for Asian Americans? And why are we still so afraid to talk about it?   Plus, while May is an apt time to shop Asian American and Pacific Islander-owned businesses, it's essential to support these companies all year round. That's why we're highlighting a few of the brands that deserve to be on your radar in 2023. READ MORE   Constance Wu Put Mental Health In Asian Communities In The Spotlight. Here's What's Next By Thuc Doan Nguyen Last year, Constance Wu opened up about her mental health struggles, spotlighting AAPI communities. So, what comes next? READ   Not Feeling "American Enough": The Mental Impact Of Cross-Cultural Adoption By Sadaf Ahsan In the 1990s, there was a surge in international adoptees to the U.S. Over two decades later, those young adults are dealing with unique mental health needs. READ   Growing Up, My Mother & I Couldn't Understand Each Other—Then We Wrote A Book Together By Connie Wang For author Connie Wang, connecting with her mom was always kind of difficult, due to language barriers—then she decided to write a book with her. READ   12 AAPI-Owned Fashion Brands To Shop Year-Round By Vivien Lee Find 12 emerging AAPI-owned fashion brands that are paving the way for countless communities and tackling inclusiveness, representation, and sustainability. READ   The Wonderful AAPI-Owned Brands You Can Shop Straight From Amazon By Venus Wong Our pick of the best-in-class products from AAPI-owned brands to add straight to your Amazon shopping cart. READ   10 AAPI Therapists Across The U.S. & How To Get In Touch By Katherine Singh & Patricia Karounos For AAPI Heritage Month, Refinery29 has rounded up AAPI therapists across the country you can connect with virtually and IRL. READ   20 Asian-Owned Beauty Brands To Support Now & Always By Karina Hoshikawa We've rounded up 20 Asian-founded beauty brands across makeup, skin care, and more to support and try. READ   We Tried Brainspotting Therapy Live On Twitch—& Cried By Patricia Karounos Therapist Hatty Lee guides R29 entertainment director and Twitch host Melissah Yang through her first brainspotting session. READ   8 AAPI-Founded Home Brands We Know & Love By Alexandra Polk From Verloop's funky coasters to Free AF's non-alcoholic beverages, Materials' kitchen essentials to Omsom's saucy bundles, and more—the following brands go above and beyond in the home space. READ ADVERTISEMENT   Loving R29 in your inbox? Check out more of our curated newsletters BROWSE NEWSLETTERS Join the Refinery29 Community VISIT REFINERY29.COM MADE WITH ♥ IN NYC © 2023 REFINERY29.  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 49 SOUTH 2ND, BROOKLYN, NY 11211 SUPPORT@REFINERY29.COM SENT TO: EDWARDLORILLA1986.PAXFOREX@BLOGGER.COM WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2023 Unsubscribe ⋅ Privacy Policy