Stereotypes about Asian Americans are often held up as proof that racial labels can be flattering, but they subtly produce a number of problems in schools and workplaces.

This presentation will define the term "model minority", illustrate through video and personal experience the impact of micro and macro-aggressions caused, and offer solutions via open forum. Presented by Jim Mendoza, HAPPEN Co-chair, at the 2024 DEI Empowerment Conference for Washington state employees.

Video includes American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. Captions/transcript are auto-generated; please excuse any errors.