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International Examiner
Sunday, September 20th, 2009 | Analysis, International | No Comments
Articles for the International Examiner, the Journal of the Northwest Asian Pacific American Communities.
12/09: Tackling poverty through human rights
An interview with Irene Khan, Secretary General of Amnesty International, about her new book “The Unheard Truth.”
Community awareness and culturally specific services can encourage Asian Americans to seek treatment for mental illness.
How does Bobby Jindal’s political agenda affect the Asian American community?
A review of “Garden & Cosmos: The Royal Paintings of Jodhpur.” 2/09: Layoffs rekindle immigration debates
Microsoft’s layoffs could mean a forced ticket home for some employees.
The TAM exhibit explores global exchange through Indian signboards.
12/08: ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ a hit at the box office
The gripping story of a game show contestant from the slums, reviewed.
Join the conversation on the official site for the book.
Film explores relationship between Islam & homosexuality.
7/08: The politics of food
Stuffed and Starved author Raj Patel talks food politics.
6/08: An American “Dream in Doubt”
Documentary explores anti-Sikh violence in the U.S. following 9/11.
Pico Iyer talks about The Open Road and his friendship with the Dalai Lama.
4/08: Spotlight on a taboo topic
Chaya hosts a fundraiser honoring its community’s stand against domestic violence.
3/08: Empowering women through art & reflection
Tasveer holds South Asian women’s film festival in honor of Women’s History Month.