Monica Luhar
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East Los Angeles, CA, United States
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'Hunger Mitao': How an Indian-American group wants to 'wipe out hunger'
A retired couple co-founded the Indian American Council at the North Texas Food Bank to help involve the community in their efforts. → Read More
New report details high heart disease risk in South Asians in U.S.
The report noted that South Asians in the U.S. are more likely to die from heart disease than non-Hispanic whites and other Asian-American subgroups. → Read More
Mothers seek to combat breastfeeding stigma in Asian-American communities
Infants and mothers can benefit from breastfeeding, with infants gaining protection from some infections and mothers decreasing their risk for some cancers. → Read More
A garden and a 'Share Shed' are helping this couple build a more inclusive neighborhood
The "Share Shed" houses fruits and vegetables to share and has instructions in both English and Chinese. → Read More
'Big Gal Yoga' is showing that yoga is for everyone
Valerie Sagun runs "Big Gal Yoga," a platform that spotlights all body types in yoga. → Read More
As a kid, Vidya Vox hid her Indian roots. Now, her music merges India and the U.S.
Vidya Vox's "Kuthu Fire" extended play features influences from both her Indian and American identities. → Read More
First Network Show to Feature Sikh American Lead Currently in Development
The show will be co-executive produced by filmmaker and activist Valarie Kaur, and will be the first project under actress America Ferrera's production company. → Read More
'No ni hao, thanks': How one artist is fighting stereotypes about Asian-American women
Brenda Chi's work, which has been included in a collection inspired by George Takei, features Asian-American women challenging stereotypes. → Read More
She Didn't Tell Her Family About Her Infertility Diagnosis. Now She's Helping Those Struggling to Conceive.
Annie Kuo co-leads an infertility support group in Seattle and is working to end stigma in the Asian-American community. → Read More
How Working with Glass Helped Artist Kazuki Takizawa Open Up About Mental Health
Kazuki Takizawa says art has helped him express emotions he's been unable to communicate in words, particularly emotions around his battle with mental illness. → Read More
Asian-American Groups Start Mental Health Program for DACA Recipients
Ten mental health service providers in LA said they will provide free counseling, case management, and other mental health services in several Asian languages. → Read More
New Documentary 'Stopping Traffic' Wants to Help Stop Modern-Day 'Slavery'
"Stopping Traffic," which premiers in select theaters on Sept. 29, features interviews with survivors of human trafficking, government officials, and advocates. → Read More
Caring for Your Parents? This Project Wants to Make You Feel Less Alone
Priya Soni started the "The Caregiving Effect LLC," a project that connects adults taking care of their elders. → Read More
This 14-Year-Old Convinced Her School to Provide Free Tampons and Pads in Bathrooms
After experiencing both anger and embarrassment, 14-year-old Cordelia Longo convinced her middle school to provide free tampons and pads in girl's bathrooms. → Read More
For 45 Years, Southern California's 'Donut Man' Has Drawn Crowds on Route 66
Jim Nakano opened The Donut Man on Route 66 in 1972. Since then, he has been interviewed by Pulitzer-winning critics and featured on "Jeopardy!" → Read More
Colleges Are Doing a Shitty Job of Teaching Consent
They're spending more—but the message isn't evolving. → Read More
Project Preserves Cambodian Genocide Survivor Stories After Decades of Silence
The project at California State University, Long Beach, preserves the stories of women who survived the Cambodian genocide. → Read More
Actress Ivory Aquino Wants to Put a Face to the Transgender Community
Ivory Aquino has been acting on stage for a decade and made her network television debut on "When We Rise." → Read More
Merging farming and art, Nikiko Masumoto keeps her family's roots alive
Every summer, Nikiko Masumoto anxiously handpicks the first organic peach of the season on her family’s farm, hoping the care and love the Masumotos & → Read More
Instead of a Ceremony, This Couple is Donating Their Wedding Funds to Fight Child Hunger
Instead of throwing a large, traditional wedding ceremony, Poonam Kaushal and Nishkaam Mehta are donating their special day to a bigger cause. → Read More