Internship at Minnesota House of Representatives High School Students!Want to enrich your high school life and step into the world of government?Here’s an incredible opportunity for you to intern at the Minnesota House of Representatives!   Gain firsthand experience with the legislative process and government operations by interning on the House Floor at the State Capitol. You’ll have the chance to: […]

AYVheritage Empowering Education on AAPI Heritage​ AYVheritage is a free mobile application designed and developed by Emma Yu, founder of AAPI Youth Voices, to support educators and students in exploring and appreciating AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) heritage. Tailored especially for social studies teachers, this app provides an invaluable resource to incorporate AAPI heritage into

The Untold Stories of AAPI The Untold Stories of AAPI, a bilingual book in English and Chinese by Emma Yu, founder of AAPI Youth Voices, illuminates the voices and experiences of Asian American Minnesotans who have made significant contributions to society. This project, spanning from September 2023 to September 2024, brings together personal narratives of

AAPI Legends A-Z AAPI Legends A-Z (A Children’s Guide to Asian American Pacific Islander Legends), written and illustrated by Emma Yu, founder of AAPI Youth Voices, offers young readers a vibrant and accessible introduction to Asian American Pacific Islander history and culture. Organized alphabetically, the book highlights 26 trailblazing individuals, events, or concepts—such as:  

Bringing Joy to Our Communities AAPI Youth Voices is proud to serve our communities through various initiatives, including organizing and hosting concerts, providing tech support at senior living homes, packing and distributing food, conducting food drives, and mailing Christmas gifts to Africa.   We’ve hosted our annual concert at Heathers Manor Assisted Living Facility, bringing

From Ideas to Action: Youth Economic Empowerment Despite growing diversity in STEM fields, economics continues to lag behind—especially in the representation of women and minorities. In Minnesota, women make up just 31% of economics students, and only 12% are U.S.-born people of color. Alarmingly, a mere 4% are U.S.-born women of color. While many STEM

A Fundraiser Concert for Underserved Children AAPI Youth Voices is proud to host its annual fundraiser concert in support of underserved children, especially those from earthquake-affected regions. This youth-led event, organized entirely by AAPI youth, aims to bridge the educational gap by providing essential resources such as computers, school supplies, clothing, and educational scholarships. Join

Join Our Interactive Economic Workshops — Learn, Grow, and Thrive! Despite growing diversity in STEM fields, economics continues to lag behind—especially in the representation of women and minorities. In Minnesota, women make up just 31% of economics students, and only 12% are U.S.-born people of color. Alarmingly, a mere 4% are U.S.-born women of color.