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On July 30, 1993, the highly controversial film, Rising Sun, debuted in theaters. CAAAV members and other political organizations joined together to protest the premiere of the film, as it blatantly displays xenophobia and racism toward the Asian…

Photo of CAAAV's banner for the demonstration and march in lower Manhattan for Racial Justice Day on April 7, 1997. At least nine activists are visible in the photo, and their banner features the CAAAV logo and reads: "Committee Against Anti-Asian…

Six CAAAV members wearing orange vests inscribed with "Justice" on the back face away from the camera towards a group of people. A woman standing with them has a "Free Palestine" sticker on her backpack.

CAAAV tabling at Damrosch Park in Lincoln Center for Asian Pacific Heritage Day, Mini Liu and Maggie in the bottom left of the image, Peter Liu in the far right. The group wears red armbands, as they have come directly from the People of Color…

Cambodian residents of New York City gather behind a long table to pose for a photo. The table is crowded with textiles and other goods, including purses, pillowcases, and hand-made clothing.

This photo shows Chinatown vendors and supporters marching in protest of Mayor Giuliani's "Quality of Life" program. Protestors hold signs such as "[Who] Can We Trust," "Quality of Life Stinks," "Stop arresting honest, hard-working people."

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Protesters are canvassing for signatures from potential supporters during day of action.

A large white sign hung on temporary fencing that reads, "CITY OF NEW YORK CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT / DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION / "BUILDING THE FUTURE OF OUR CITY" / MICHAEL R. BLOOMBERG / MAYOR" and the names of public servants and…

This pamphlet details the work of the Centre for Development and Women’s Studies (CDaWS), an organization dedicated to the empowerment of marginalized groups, with a focus on women within those groups. Their goal is to empower women holistically…

Stage decorations highlight CAAAV’s 1-year celebration of the Chinatown Tenants Union, with Chinese phrases emphasizing “bilingual service” and “community protection.” The photo featured a choir performance of more than 20 members.