Our Mission

Let's Talk! is an intentional space for professionals, parents, and students to explore ways of promoting the success and well-being of Asian and Asian-American students. Let’s Talk! specifically highlights intergenerational experiences with cultural identity and mental health.

Asian and Asian-American youth today face a variety of stressful situations, ranging from social and familial pressures to an increasingly rigorous and competitive academic system. Furthermore, students who experience intergenerational conflicts in the home have an increased risk for psychological difficulties.

Developing students’ positive social and emotional outlook through open discussions on well-being and mental health exponentially increases levels of success in their future lives. Studies have shown that students who receive quality social and emotional support have the potential for improved attitudes and behaviors, greater academic success, and reduced levels of emotional distress. Additionally, students who feel “listened to” by their peers are even more motivated and perform better in school when compared to those who lack these positive relationships.

Let’s Talk! is an opportunity for key stakeholders to explore ways of promoting both the success AND well-being of Asian and Asian-American students. 

As the conference is primarily organized by graduate student volunteers who transition from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, all inquiries can be directed to our Faculty Director Dr. Josephine M. Kim.