Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (APIs) have long contributed to the fabric of American society and culture. But despite their remarkable achievements, members of these communities remain largely overlooked and misunderstood at work—and in society more broadly. These invisible challenges are evident in Hollywood, for instance: 80 percent of API consumers feel that their experiences are inadequately portrayed in US media, according to a recent report by McKinsey’s Kabir Ahuja, Michael Chui, and coauthors.
As Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month kicks off, revisit these insights to gain a better understanding of the varied and widespread challenges faced by APIs, and consider ways corporate leaders can better support this vital, oft-overlooked segment of the population.
From margins to mainstream: Asians and Pacific Islanders in Hollywood
Asian American workers: Diverse outcomes and hidden challenges
The overlooked contributions and hidden challenges of Asian Americans
Author Talks: We need to talk about Asian American mental health
Race in the workplace: The frontline experience
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