Asian American Stories Video Contest

2023-2024 Theme "All of Us Belong Here"

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Contestant Entries

AA Stories:  ROMEO MORALES
Created by Romo Morales
AA Stories:  KIEN NGUYEN
Created by Kien Nguyen


AA Stories:  JOJO LIU
Created byJojo Liu
AA Stories:  Fan Zhang
Created Fan Zhang
AA Stories:  Liesel Mendoza
Created Liesel Mendoza
AA Stories:  Liesel Mendoza GRIT
Created Liesel Mendoza

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There will be two groups of participants:

  • Youth Contestants (aged 12-18)
  • Adult Contestants (aged 19 and above)

A grand total of $20,000 in prizes will be awarded.*

  • Video Essay Contest open to all: journalists, influencers, students, event organizers, civic organizations welcome.
  • Contestants are required to submit, in English
  • a video of less than one minute
  • and an accompanying essay of less than 150 words

The theme should focus on “All Of Us Belong Here.” 

  • Submissions are accepted now until March 15th, 2024.
  • Time to vote: March 16th to April 15th, 2024.

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  • Share your story with millions of audiences through the social media.
  • Engage with acclaimed filmmakers and influential community leaders.
  • Get a ticket (worth $150) to the award ceremony.
  • Win the $5000 (total $20,000) grants for your future production.
  • Win a sponsored trip to Washington, DC. Attend UCA National Conference, and present your video to thousands of audiences.


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In the words of our Champions...

Maeley Tom 
Asian American God Mother
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Evan Low
California State Assembly

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Malia Cohen
California State Controller

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Testimonials

Amourence Lee  Mayor, City of San Mateo


Anders Fung   Millbrae Council Member

Sandra Pan  


Gerrye Wong Author

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  • Chris Norwood

    Chris Norwood

    President, Board of Milpitas Unified School District

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