Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Month

Priya Arora is a queer, non-binary community activist, writer, and editor. Priya currently works as a Social Media Editor at The New York Times and also hosts Queering Desi, a podcast that celebrates the often overlooked stories of South Asians who also identify as LGBTQ+.

Alongside Priya's many years of experience as a skilled writer and editor at notable companies such as Yahoo and Brown Girl Magazine, she also holds a background in mental health! Her activism and passions lie in fostering the narratives of South Asian LGBTQ+ people.

Alex Lee is California's first Gen Z lawmaker. He was also the first openly bisexual person to become a state legislator. Currently, he represents California's 25th Assembly District and has been prioritizing affordable housing and getting corporate money out of politics.

Yuh-Jung Youn is an Oscar-winning actress and the first Korean actor ever nominated at the Oscars for best supporting actress. Youn, known in her native country of South Korean as a legendary actress, had to start all over in terms of reputation when she came to America to feature in the American film Minari. Youn has consistently been singled out as “a scene stealer” by critics, and has made a strong impression on viewers and fans through her uniqueness and humor.