May 6, 2013

Burmese refugees flock to Iowa meatpacking town

By RYAN J. FOLEY — Associated Press COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa — The first Chin Burmese student arrived at Wilma Sime Roundy Elementary School three years ago, a smiling preschooler whose father often checked on his progress. The school had long been accustomed to educating the children of the Mexicans, Hondurans and Salvadorans who came to… Read More Now »

May 3, 2013

World Economic Forum on East Asia 2013

Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar, 5-7 June 2013 Courageous Transformation for Inclusion and Integration This year’s meeting will focus on three pillars: Inspiring Inclusive Transformation Realizing Regional Integration Scaling Regional Solutions for Global Resilience After a series of bold economic and political reforms in Myanmar, the meeting will be the first leading international gathering of senior… Read More Now »

April 30, 2013

DV-2014 Entrant Status Check

DV-2014 entrants may enter their confirmation information through the link below starting at noon (EDT) on May 1, 2013. The DV-2014 registration period was from October 2, 2012, until November 3, 2012. DV-2014 entrants should keep their confirmation number until at least June 30, 2014. Additional entries may be selected in October 2013. Entrant Status… Read More Now »

April 24, 2013

2013 Asian and Pacific Island American Heritage Month, Los Angeles

Presented by the Asian and Pacific Island American Heritage Month Planning Committee Join us in observing Asian and Pacific Island American Heritage Month at the Los Angeles City Hall South Plaza. This community celebration will focus on Asian and Pacific Islander cultures as well as our contemporary Asian American culture! The opening will take place… Read More Now »

April 10, 2013

11 things to know before visiting Myanmar

By Kate Whitehead, for CNN World-renowned chef, best-selling author and Emmy winning television personality Anthony Bourdain is the host of CNN’s new showcase for coverage of food and travel. “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown” is shot entirely on location and premieres Sunday, April 14, at 9 p.m. ET. Follow Bourdain’s first stop: Myanmar. How do Burmese… Read More Now »

April 2, 2013

GE's 7th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Art Exhibition

General Electric Invitation to Asian Artists: On behalf of the General Electric Company, we invite you to  submit works for GE’s 7th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Art Exhibition. This exhibit runs from April 29, 2013 through June 23, 2013. This will be a wonderful opportunity to exhibit your artwork in GE’s prominent Cultural… Read More Now »

March 28, 2013

2013 Asian Job Fair in Los Angeles

This is listed as an Asian Job Fair with many Asian companies recruiting employees but all ethnicities are welcome. There will be over 100 companies looking to hire. Please join us as this will be a huge event. Lots of great companies looking for talented job applicants to fill current job openings. Date: April 12,… Read More Now »

February 10, 2013

The Fragrance of Thanaka

By: Harry Hpone Thant A girl’s face with a yellowish paste on her cheeks will always provoke a question from a foreigner: What is that they put on their faces? That is Thanaka paste, the most environmentally friendly and widely used skin lotion in Myanmar. No chemicals, no preservatives, the lotion that helps our skin… Read More Now »

February 9, 2013

Going to College or Career School? Submit the FAFSA to Get Financial Aid

The federal government provides more than $150 billion in grants, loans, and work-study funds to students each year. In order to get that money, you must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly called the FAFSA. Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and easier than ever, and it gives you access… Read More Now »

January 31, 2013

FREE U.S. Immigration Clinic To Myanmar Community – March 17, 2013

Need help with an immigration problem? We can help! The Network of Myanmar American Association (NetMAA), Asian Pacific American Legal Center (APALC), and American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) of southern California are proud to offer FREE U.S Immigration Clinic regarding the green card application process, citizenship application assistance to the Myanmar community and many other… Read More Now »

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