Define American with Jose Antonio Vargas is the source for news and conversation about immigration in America today, including politics, media, culture, personal stories, breaking news, and more.
Define American is an award-winning media advocacy organization and go-to resource for storytelling on immigrant experiences across film, TV, theater, publishing, and digital media. Define American engages storytellers and equips them with research and resources to combat harmful narratives and tell nuanced, authentic immigrant stories. Founded in 2011 by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Tony and Emmy-nominated producer Jose Antonio Vargas, Define American continues to redefine the conversation around immigration and identity, fostering a greater sense of belonging for immigrants in the U.S.
Define American with Jose Antonio Vargas
New brand, who dis? 💅
Welcome to the new era of Define American! Our new look perfectly captures what our revamped mission is about: we use the power of authentic storytelling to humanize the conversation about immigrants in media. Whether in Hollywood, newsrooms, or research institutes, we partner with thought leaders and media professionals to ensure that we are creating an America where everyone belongs.
Stay tuned for more updates of what's in store for Define American in 2022, including a *new* website. ;)
We are happy to answer any questions you may have about our updated look and direction. Ask us in the comment section.
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#DefineAmerican friend Nico Santos on his breakthrough role of #Mateo on Superstore. Read the full interview: bit.ly/3zchGNU.
Tell us- when was the first time you felt seen on television or film?
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Jose Antonio Vargas will be going live with Anchor to talk about how podcasting can be a medium to impact change, educate others, and broaden media representation. Jose will share also their best practices for telling your story in the most powerful way. Tune in TOMORROW 6/3 at 4 pm ET / 1 pm PST!
Set up a reminder: anch.co/story.
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We are featuring some (of many) AAPI trailblazers during May. Our first feature is the fashion designer and activist, Prabal Gurung. Born in Singapore, Prabal Gurung is the creative director of his eponymous label, @prabalgurung. Having worked as design director at Bill Blass for five years, Gurung set up his own line in February 2009 and has dressed some of the world's most famous women including Kamala Harris, Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Beyoncé, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lady Gaga, Cate Blanchett, and Demi Moore.
Whether it is his designs or his unique ability to weave his activism and commitment to inclusivity and justice into his work, we will always be big fans of Prabal Gurung.
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We have partnered with Raices Texas and A24 to bring YOU a FREE screening of Minari, a stunningly beautiful #film that captures timeless, universal truths about the #immigrant experience. LIMITED tickets available so hurry and sign up: bit.ly/minarispecialscreening! Register by Feb 4 to receive special access to stream the film for 75 hours.
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While immigration as an issue took a back seat this year to a barrage of world-changing and paradigm-shifting developments, immigrants in popular culture were more abundant and accessible than ever. Here are the immigrant stories that we think defined 2020: bit.ly/3a9LlOD
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Whether it was through indigenous or enslaved peoples, refugees or immigrants, our country was built by people of vastly different backgrounds from all across the world. That multiculturalism has continued throughout our entire history, from our infrastructure to our technology, our economy, our laws, to our incredible multi-faceted culture. Want to know more about the make-up of the United States of America? Check out this video: bit.ly/2KnVgFg
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Climate change has never happened this quickly before. Of the top 10 hottest years on record, eight happened since 2009. Sea level is five to eight inches higher on average today than it was in 1900. Tropical storms are statistically getting stronger. This shows that modern climate change is a unique and extreme trend. So, are we overreacting to climate change? See if you agree: bit.ly/37VhxSQ
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Having grown up in a conservative town, Sen had experienced discrimination just for identifying as trans. Years later, he operates a Veterinary based care and animal training business called Mister Beever's Paws & Claws, and actively hires trans employees who face their own job security challenges as they transition. This is Sen's story.
"Being Trans" is a series highlighting the lives of people who are transgender and their stories. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/jJdnQSdEIZQ
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Whether you're gathering in small groups this year or getting together via Zoom, it's time for Thanksgiving! Looking forward to the great food but not so much to the hard, uncomfortable conversations with your family? Check out our video on how not to talk to your relatives during this Holiday season: https://youtu.be/IFnazfQ-aFM Happy Holidays!
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