The AAPI Angle is a non-profit, student-run news site that provides a different perspective on current events: through the lens of the AAPI community. It aims to obtain and publish unbiased, factual information on various topics within and about the AAPI community in order to increase AAPI media representation.
Background/Contact
The AAPI Angle was founded with credibility as a core tenet and from a desire to see more AAPI representation in the media. Although it is not a multibillion-dollar news company, we believe in the idea that every voice can make a difference, no matter how quiet it may seem. We are appreciative of any feedback or comments that you have, or any ideas for articles you would like to see. Contact us at theaapiangle@gmail.com.
Co-Founders
John Gao is a sophomore at River Hill High School in Clarksville, Maryland. He was the founding member of the Yuan Media Youth Reporting Club. When he has the time, John enjoys reading the news (especially the political section), walking through nature, and traveling. John is deeply passionate about working at The AAPI Angle because he believes in helping pave the way towards a more civically engaged Asian American youth, starting with his local community.
Eileen Wu is a sophomore at the Bryn Mawr School. She enjoys reading fiction and writing short stories. She is a section editor of her school newspaper, The Quill, and had previous experience as a member of Yuan Media’s Youth Reporting Club. Eileen writes for The AAPI Angle because she is proud of her Asian-American identity, and wants to share news related to her community.
Hansen Zhang is a sophomore at River Hill High School. He currently serves as Director of Publications for the Student Justice Alliance and has written for Yuan Media in the past. In his spare time, Hansen enjoys working out, reading, and playing baseball on his school’s varsity team. Hansen writes for The AAPI Angle because he is passionate about public policy, government, and the affairs of the Asian-American community, and hopes to inform and educate in an unbiased manner through his journalism.
Journalists
Melinda Liu is a sophomore at McDonogh School. In her free time, she likes to draw, write, and collect toys. She has creatively written as a hobby for many years, including writing two novels, and she has also written research papers. Melinda writes for The AAPI Angle to increase awareness on the issues, leaders, and on-goings of our community.
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