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12/19/2024

Asian American Stories 2025 Video Contest - "My Gift to America"

Don't forget to mark your calendars - the submissions for Asian American Stories 2025 start on January 15th 2025 and the Asian American Stories 2025 Award Ceremony will be held on May 1st 2025.

Join the Asian American Stories Video Contest 2025 themed 'My Gift to America'. Submit your video and essay by March 15, 2025, to win prizes worth $20,000.

12/18/2024

In 2023, we launched Asian American Stories Video Contest. Our goal was to amplify the voices of the AAPI community and its culture and contributions in the U. S. while fostering understanding and empathy.

It was a huge undertaking, which would have not been possible without your support - I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your steadfast support since the contest launched!

We received 72 entries from all across United States, from first time storytellers to seasoned filmmakers. The contest grew beyond anything we could have imagined - it transcended geographical and cultural boundaries and served as celebration of identity, culture, and community. Watch the highlights from the award ceremony.

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12/17/2024

On Sunday, December 8th, Patrick Ahrens was sworn in at the De Anza College as Assemblymember for the 26th District.

In his speech "Building Bridges for Change" he stressed the importance of building a broad coalition to address societal challenges, focusing on policy-making and community unity rather than anger or negativity.

Assemblymember Evan Low also delivered remarks at the swearing-in ceremony.

On December 8th, Patrick Ahrens was sworn in as a member of the California State Assembly at De Anza College. In his speech "Building Bridges for Change", Patrick Ah

12/12/2024

Ding Ding TV Report – 59th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service

On November 28th, 59th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service and Social Hour was held at Congregation Beth David in Saratoga.

On November 28th, 59th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service and Social Hour was held at Congregation Beth David in Saratoga.

12/11/2024

Ding Ding TV Report – Mayor Yan Zhao Making History: For Santa Clara County Assessor

On December 7th, Yan Zhao for Santa Clara County Assessor 2026 kicked off her campaign for the Santa Clara County Assessor in Palo Alto.

The co-hosts at the event included Fiona Ma (California State Treasurer), Dave Cortese (California State Senator), Otto Lee (Santa Clara County Supervisor), Lisa Gillmor (Mayor of Santa Clara), Patrick Ahrens (California State Assembymember-Elect), Margaret Abe-Koga (Santa Clara County Supervisor-Elect), and Mike Kasperzak (former Mayor of Mountain View).

On December 7th, Yan Zhao kicked off her campaign for the Santa Clara County Assessor in Palo Alto. The co-hosts at the event included Fiona Ma (California State Tre

12/05/2024

Chairs and Co-Chairs of the Asian American Stories Committee recorded a new video for the song "My Gift to America." Lyrics and arrangement by Joel Wong.

"This is my gift to America,

brought to you from afar,

A chance to dream, a chance to build,

Beneath our guiding star."

Support the Asian American Stories Video Contest. Visit Aastories.org. Let’s change the world through the power of storytelling.Lyrics & Arrangements: ...

12/04/2024

Ding Ding TV Report – Welcome reception for the new Deputy Consul General in San Francisco

On November 26th, Consulate General of China in San Francisco in San Francisco hosted a welcome reception and “Meet the Press” event for the new Deputy Consul General Yang Shouzheng. Present at the event was Maryam Muduroglu, Chief of Protocol, representing the office of the Mayor of San Francisco. Over 100 people, including over 20 media representatives, attended the event.

On November 26th, The Chinese Consul General in San Francisco hosted a welcome reception and “Meet the Press” event for the new Deputy Consul General Yang Shouzh

12/03/2024

On November 28th, Minh Thanh Tran, a Vietnamese community leader, organized a Thanksgiving lunch for the lonely people in the Vietnamese community in San Jose. Over 200 people gathered to celebrate Thanksgiving together. This annual event is a joint effort of donors and volunteers.

On November 28th, Minh Thanh Tran, a Vietnamese community leader, organized a Thanksgiving lunch for the lonely people in the Vietnamese community in San Jose. Over

11/27/2024

Since its foundation, Ding Ding TV organized events such as the Silicon Valley Food & Art Festival and Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs Forum and Festival; produced shows Innovation Dialog and Battle Silicon, and created and hosted community events Celebrate Lunar New Year Together and Asian American Stories Video Contest. Since 2016, Ding Ding TV hosted the Civic Leadership Forum Silicon Valley four times each year. Its goal is to empower the next generation in civic engagement and civic leadership in the Asian American communities while creating a national network of civic-minded organizations and leaders to work in unity.

Over the years, Ding Ding TV Created 3,000+ videos on YouTube covering Asian American stories, civic engagement, and entrepreneurship, sent out 1,000+ newsletters in both English and Chinese, reaching over 30,000 subscribers weekly, published one million+ pieces of online content with more than 100,000 followers across social media platforms, and organized 500+ events in collaboration with over 800 AAPI organizations nationwide.

In 2021, Diana Ding launched a non-profit extension of Ding Ding TV – Silicon Valley Community Media. It is a new chapter as Ding Ding TV continues its mission to empower and unify AAPI and ethnic leaders, giving them a platform to share the rich stories and contributions of Asian Americans in the United States and around the world.

In 2022, Silicon Valley Community Media partnered with Hollywood award-winning filmmaker Tony Shyu to produce a groundbreaking documentary, “Builders of Silicon Dream.” This powerful documentary highlights the profound impact that AAPI founders and tech pioneers have had on technology and society, not only in Silicon Valley but globally. The documentary will air on PBS.

11/26/2024

Watch the new trailer for Asian American Stories 2025 - My Gift to America!

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11/25/2024

Dear friends,

Thank you for participating in Ding Ding TV’s 15th Anniversary celebration. Your presence and unwavering support truly warmed my heart.

Our journey would not have been possible without your encouragement and support. Together, we have been able to share and amplify Asian American stories, fostering understanding and unity within our communities and beyond.

Your support inspires us to keep going. Every story we share helps bring people closer, celebrate our differences, and make a real impact. Thank you for being with us on this journey and believing in our dream of a strong, connected community. Let us continue to build a brighter and more inclusive future, one story at a time.

On Friday, November 15th, over 100 people gathered to celebrate Ding Ding TV’s 15th anniversary. Founded in 2009 by Diana Ding, Ding Ding TV is the leading voice f

11/20/2024

11/20/2024

Last Friday over 100 people gathered at Ding Ding TV studio to celebrate Ding Ding TV's 15th anniversary.

Watch Diana's Thank You speech from the event

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11/19/2024

Ding Ding TV Interview – Innovation Dialog with County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg – Guaranteed Income: A Bold Solution?

Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg joins the show to discuss the concept of guaranteed income, a program providing targeted groups of people a specific amount of money over a set period to help stabilize their financial situation.

Ellenberg, who represents District 4, emphasizes her commitment to the community, especially those facing financial or social challenges, such as former foster youth, people engaged in the justice system, and those in need of health assistance.

Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg joins the show to discuss the concept of guaranteed income, a program providing targeted groups of people a specific am

11/15/2024

In her latest column Gerrye takes us to the The International Performing Arts of America (IPAA) group's annual gala dance festival that was held at the California Theater in downtown San Jose.

Gerrye also attended the Organization of Chinese Americans (OCA)'s annual dinner held in South San Francisco. At the event, OCA honored community leaders, who included Abigail Hing Wen, Russell Jeung, Connie Young Yu and David Mineta.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE PENINSULA SCENE By Gerrye Wong October 27, 2024 The International Performing Arts of America group held their annual gala dance f

11/14/2024

The presidential election has left a country questioning outcomes on political violence, women, immigrants and the environment.



Through all these issues, November 5 shattered public assumptions that an increasingly multiracial America necessarily means an increasingly progressive one, said political, immigration and economic experts at a Friday, November 8 Ethnic Media Services briefing on election insights.

A story by Selen Ozturk for Ethnic Media Services

By Selen Ozturk for Ethnic Media Services The presidential election has left a country questioning outcomes on political violence, women, immigrants and the envir

11/13/2024

In 2009, I founded Ding Ding TV. For over 15 years, it has been the voice of Silicon Valley Asian American community.

During these 15 years, we have:

Created 3,000+ videos on YouTube covering Asian American stories, civic engagement, and entrepreneurship.
Sent out 1,000+ newsletters in both English and Chinese, reaching over 30,000 subscribers weekly.
Published 1 million+ pieces of online content with more than 100,000 followers across social media platforms.
500+ events organized in collaboration with over 800 AAPI organizations nationwide.

Over the next few weeks, we will share Ding Ding TV's achievements with our community. It took hard work and dedication to make this possible. But our community played a vital role so thank you for your continued support!

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11/05/2024

Ding Ding TV Report – Get Out The Vote Rally! Vote Evan Low !

On Sunday, November 3rd, Get Out The Vote Rally in support of Evan Low was held in Palo Alto. Evan Low is running for Congress.