Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (May) is a time to recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the culture and history of the United States. This May, Nareit is sharing how our members are celebrating AAPI month.
Nareit members are invited to submit their AAPI Month activities or recognitions, including social posts, photos, videos, and news stories to communications@nareit.com.
In honor of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: COLD) celebrates its associates who come from many different backgrounds and cultures. Americold's goal is to include everyone and ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging every day. Americold employees share what it means to be Americold PROUD #ibelong.
As part of its ongoing celebration of AAPINH Heritage Month, AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE: AVB) is hearing from members of AvalonBay’s Asian American Pacific Islander associate resource group, APAX. Pratik Dhebri , VP of Product Management, shares how his life experiences help him in his role at AvalonBay.
Christina Chiu, president of Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT), shared a message highlighting the importance of inclusion and acceptance to the REIT's culture and success.
To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, teams at Essex Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESS) organized a potluck featuring an array of specialty dishes from these cultures, fostering a celebration of diversity and heritage.
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, Hines Global Income Trust, Inc. employees are sharing why being a part of OneHines Asian Network and Alliance (OHANA) Employee Resource Group is of importance to them and how they hope to inspire, support, and advocate as a member of OHANA. Julia Yoon, Investment Management, Europe shares how she hopes to foster a sense of belonging, trust and connection, increase representation, educate and deepen understanding between colleagues of various backgrounds, so that others with underrepresented backgrounds can also feel safe and included to be their full true selves.
W.P. Carey Inc. (NYSE: WPC) celebrated #AAPIHeritageMonth by welcoming prominent running figure Mike Ko “Kofuzi” for an lunch and learn. Kofuzi discussed his experience as an Asian American runner, his journey to becoming an influential figure in the running community, and the importance of visibility for underrepresented groups.