Asian Culture and Media Alliance
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Established in 2014, our mission in serving the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities is to advance the cause for cultural preservation, better equity, inclusion and diversity through the power of media arts.
The season of giving is a season of lifting others.
This holiday, support San Diego youth by helping ACMA empower the next generation through Take One, Lead, and the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival. Your tax-deductible gift before Dec 31 helps stories, culture, and youth thrive.
This holiday, support San Diego youth by helping ACMA empower the next generation through Take One, Lead, and the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival. Your tax-deductible gift before Dec 31 helps stories, culture, and youth thrive.
December 19, 2025 at 10:05 PM
The season of giving is a season of lifting others.
This holiday, support San Diego youth by helping ACMA empower the next generation through Take One, Lead, and the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival. Your tax-deductible gift before Dec 31 helps stories, culture, and youth thrive.
This holiday, support San Diego youth by helping ACMA empower the next generation through Take One, Lead, and the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival. Your tax-deductible gift before Dec 31 helps stories, culture, and youth thrive.
Asian American communities reflect diverse faiths and spiritual traditions. About 4 in 10 Asian Americans identify as Christian, alongside many other beliefs. At ACMA, we honor this diversity to build understanding, inclusion, and respect.
December 19, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Asian American communities reflect diverse faiths and spiritual traditions. About 4 in 10 Asian Americans identify as Christian, alongside many other beliefs. At ACMA, we honor this diversity to build understanding, inclusion, and respect.
Holiday Safety Tips 🎄
Keep your home safe and festive! Use the right lights indoors/outdoors, avoid overloading outlets, turn lights off when away or asleep, keep heaters and heated blankets safe, and use proper extension cords to prevent fires and accidents.
Keep your home safe and festive! Use the right lights indoors/outdoors, avoid overloading outlets, turn lights off when away or asleep, keep heaters and heated blankets safe, and use proper extension cords to prevent fires and accidents.
December 19, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Holiday Safety Tips 🎄
Keep your home safe and festive! Use the right lights indoors/outdoors, avoid overloading outlets, turn lights off when away or asleep, keep heaters and heated blankets safe, and use proper extension cords to prevent fires and accidents.
Keep your home safe and festive! Use the right lights indoors/outdoors, avoid overloading outlets, turn lights off when away or asleep, keep heaters and heated blankets safe, and use proper extension cords to prevent fires and accidents.
This #WinningWednesday, we honor Radhika Vekaria — a Grammy-nominated British-Indian artist transforming Sanskrit mantras into cinematic healing soundscapes. Her journey of resilience and voice reclamation bridges tradition, spirit, and modern magic. 🌟
December 18, 2025 at 2:25 AM
This #WinningWednesday, we honor Radhika Vekaria — a Grammy-nominated British-Indian artist transforming Sanskrit mantras into cinematic healing soundscapes. Her journey of resilience and voice reclamation bridges tradition, spirit, and modern magic. 🌟
What a joyful night celebrating the season with our ACMA family! 🎄 From board members and TAKE ONE participants to staff, ACMA HQ was filled with laughter, karaoke, gift exchanges, and shared dishes. Grateful for this creative, caring community 💙✨
December 16, 2025 at 11:12 PM
What a joyful night celebrating the season with our ACMA family! 🎄 From board members and TAKE ONE participants to staff, ACMA HQ was filled with laughter, karaoke, gift exchanges, and shared dishes. Grateful for this creative, caring community 💙✨
Meet Hyosoon, a longtime ACMA Executive Board Member whose leadership and cultural advocacy continue to uplift our community. 💫 As a co-founder of the San Diego Pungmul Institute, she shares Korean folk music across Southern California while inspiring the next generation.
December 16, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Meet Hyosoon, a longtime ACMA Executive Board Member whose leadership and cultural advocacy continue to uplift our community. 💫 As a co-founder of the San Diego Pungmul Institute, she shares Korean folk music across Southern California while inspiring the next generation.
Welcome EcoFarm to ACMA! 🌱
We’re proud to partner with EcoFarm, a leader in sustainable agriculture for 46 years. Together, we’ll empower youth, promote food justice, and strengthen community storytelling. Stay tuned!
#ACMAxEcoFarm #CommunityPartner #SustainableFarms #StorytellingForChange
We’re proud to partner with EcoFarm, a leader in sustainable agriculture for 46 years. Together, we’ll empower youth, promote food justice, and strengthen community storytelling. Stay tuned!
#ACMAxEcoFarm #CommunityPartner #SustainableFarms #StorytellingForChange
December 15, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Welcome EcoFarm to ACMA! 🌱
We’re proud to partner with EcoFarm, a leader in sustainable agriculture for 46 years. Together, we’ll empower youth, promote food justice, and strengthen community storytelling. Stay tuned!
#ACMAxEcoFarm #CommunityPartner #SustainableFarms #StorytellingForChange
We’re proud to partner with EcoFarm, a leader in sustainable agriculture for 46 years. Together, we’ll empower youth, promote food justice, and strengthen community storytelling. Stay tuned!
#ACMAxEcoFarm #CommunityPartner #SustainableFarms #StorytellingForChange
Congrats to Lyle Andre Nacua, SDSU senior in Art & Design, on completing his ACMA internship! His creativity, professionalism, and passion for digital storytelling made a real impact. 👏
Interested in interning? DM us!
Interested in interning? DM us!
December 14, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Congrats to Lyle Andre Nacua, SDSU senior in Art & Design, on completing his ACMA internship! His creativity, professionalism, and passion for digital storytelling made a real impact. 👏
Interested in interning? DM us!
Interested in interning? DM us!
LAST CALL 🚨 Applications close TODAY! Join the Restorative Mindset Training Program— a 6-month, 8-session experience for CYD practitioners, teaching artists & community leaders. Deadline: Dec 12, 11:59 PM. Apply now!
December 13, 2025 at 1:40 AM
LAST CALL 🚨 Applications close TODAY! Join the Restorative Mindset Training Program— a 6-month, 8-session experience for CYD practitioners, teaching artists & community leaders. Deadline: Dec 12, 11:59 PM. Apply now!
Asia celebrates Christmas in unique ways—from the Philippines’ long season starting in September, to Japan’s dazzling lights, Korea’s couples’ holiday, and India’s glowing lanterns. 🌏❤️
How do you celebrate? 🎁
How do you celebrate? 🎁
December 13, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Asia celebrates Christmas in unique ways—from the Philippines’ long season starting in September, to Japan’s dazzling lights, Korea’s couples’ holiday, and India’s glowing lanterns. 🌏❤️
How do you celebrate? 🎁
How do you celebrate? 🎁
Throwback to Team 5’s standout TAKE ONE 2025 project, “Just Breathe”! At ACMA, we empower youth from all backgrounds to tell meaningful stories through media arts. Support free workshops & mentorship—DM us to help future creators! #TAKEONE2025 #YouthEmpowerment
December 12, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Throwback to Team 5’s standout TAKE ONE 2025 project, “Just Breathe”! At ACMA, we empower youth from all backgrounds to tell meaningful stories through media arts. Support free workshops & mentorship—DM us to help future creators! #TAKEONE2025 #YouthEmpowerment
“TAKE ONE helped me realize filmmaking is my passion. From acting workshops to on-set experience, I learned communication, attention to detail, and the joy of creating stories.” —Zoe Whitelaw, 2025
December 11, 2025 at 2:39 AM
“TAKE ONE helped me realize filmmaking is my passion. From acting workshops to on-set experience, I learned communication, attention to detail, and the joy of creating stories.” —Zoe Whitelaw, 2025
We proudly celebrated our TAKE ONE Media Arts Academy graduates at ACMA HQ! 🎓✨ Their growth, creativity, and passion for storytelling shone, and we can’t wait to see where their journeys lead. Thank you to our supporters and sponsors—follow us for the next batch! 🎬 #ACMA
December 9, 2025 at 2:00 AM
We proudly celebrated our TAKE ONE Media Arts Academy graduates at ACMA HQ! 🎓✨ Their growth, creativity, and passion for storytelling shone, and we can’t wait to see where their journeys lead. Thank you to our supporters and sponsors—follow us for the next batch! 🎬 #ACMA
Meet Jingyi Shao award-winning writer-director and ACMA Media Advisory Board member whose bold storytelling and commitment to uplifting underrepresented voices continue to shape film and TV.
December 9, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Meet Jingyi Shao award-winning writer-director and ACMA Media Advisory Board member whose bold storytelling and commitment to uplifting underrepresented voices continue to shape film and TV.
Empowering young creators through hands-on media training, mentorship, and real-world production, ACMA L.E.A.D helps youth amplify their voices and spark change. Want to get involved or join? DM us! 💙🎬 #ACMALEAD #YouthEmpowerment #FutureCreators
December 9, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Empowering young creators through hands-on media training, mentorship, and real-world production, ACMA L.E.A.D helps youth amplify their voices and spark change. Want to get involved or join? DM us! 💙🎬 #ACMALEAD #YouthEmpowerment #FutureCreators
Passionate about storytelling, culture, and community?
ACMA is looking for volunteers and interns to help uplift AAPI voices through media, events, outreach, and creative projects. Build skills, earn credits, and make an impact. Message us to get involved! 📩 #ACMA #Volunteer
ACMA is looking for volunteers and interns to help uplift AAPI voices through media, events, outreach, and creative projects. Build skills, earn credits, and make an impact. Message us to get involved! 📩 #ACMA #Volunteer
December 7, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Passionate about storytelling, culture, and community?
ACMA is looking for volunteers and interns to help uplift AAPI voices through media, events, outreach, and creative projects. Build skills, earn credits, and make an impact. Message us to get involved! 📩 #ACMA #Volunteer
ACMA is looking for volunteers and interns to help uplift AAPI voices through media, events, outreach, and creative projects. Build skills, earn credits, and make an impact. Message us to get involved! 📩 #ACMA #Volunteer
Giving Tuesday is a global movement turning generosity into action. Support ACMA as we uplift AAPI voices and empower youth through media arts. Donate, share, or volunteer to help amplify the stories that matter. ✨ #GivingTuesday #GiveBack
December 6, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Giving Tuesday is a global movement turning generosity into action. Support ACMA as we uplift AAPI voices and empower youth through media arts. Donate, share, or volunteer to help amplify the stories that matter. ✨ #GivingTuesday #GiveBack
Reminiscing about the vibrant Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego! 🎉🌺 From lively performances to rich heritage and community spirit, we’re grateful for every moment. Here’s to culture, unity, and an exciting 2026 ahead! ❤️🌟 #APCFSD #ACMACommunity
December 5, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Reminiscing about the vibrant Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego! 🎉🌺 From lively performances to rich heritage and community spirit, we’re grateful for every moment. Here’s to culture, unity, and an exciting 2026 ahead! ❤️🌟 #APCFSD #ACMACommunity
It’s Giving Tuesday! Support ACMA’s TAKE ONE Media Arts Academy and help empower diverse Asian youth through hands-on filmmaking, storytelling, and creative mentorship. Your gift fuels opportunity, representation, and future storytellers. 💛🎥
#GivingTuesday #ACMA
#GivingTuesday #ACMA
December 3, 2025 at 1:17 AM
It’s Giving Tuesday! Support ACMA’s TAKE ONE Media Arts Academy and help empower diverse Asian youth through hands-on filmmaking, storytelling, and creative mentorship. Your gift fuels opportunity, representation, and future storytellers. 💛🎥
#GivingTuesday #ACMA
#GivingTuesday #ACMA
Meet Christine Yoo — filmmaker, producer, and ACMA Media Advisory Board member. From Afro Samurai to Wedding Palace and her powerful doc 26.2 to Life, she amplifies unheard voices and champions AAPI storytelling. 💛 #ACMA #AAPIExcellence
December 2, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Meet Christine Yoo — filmmaker, producer, and ACMA Media Advisory Board member. From Afro Samurai to Wedding Palace and her powerful doc 26.2 to Life, she amplifies unheard voices and champions AAPI storytelling. 💛 #ACMA #AAPIExcellence
Ever wondered what makes up your energy bill? You’re not alone. Delivery charges, generation costs and state programs can make it feel like a puzzle. That’s why SDG&E launched The Energy Behind Your Bill, a new series that breaks it all down.
November 30, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Ever wondered what makes up your energy bill? You’re not alone. Delivery charges, generation costs and state programs can make it feel like a puzzle. That’s why SDG&E launched The Energy Behind Your Bill, a new series that breaks it all down.
At TAKE ONE Media Arts Academy, young creators are building confidence and real production skills. Check out “Sparkle Fresh,” a fun short commercial by Naomi and Reeza showcasing their creativity and growth! 🎥 youtu.be/QBJsWm-FxGw
November 29, 2025 at 11:39 PM
At TAKE ONE Media Arts Academy, young creators are building confidence and real production skills. Check out “Sparkle Fresh,” a fun short commercial by Naomi and Reeza showcasing their creativity and growth! 🎥 youtu.be/QBJsWm-FxGw
Thanksgiving was officially declared a U.S. holiday in 1863 by President Lincoln, celebrating unity and gratitude. Today, it reminds us of community and shared traditions—values we honor at ACMA.
👉 What are you grateful for this year?
👉 What are you grateful for this year?
November 28, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Thanksgiving was officially declared a U.S. holiday in 1863 by President Lincoln, celebrating unity and gratitude. Today, it reminds us of community and shared traditions—values we honor at ACMA.
👉 What are you grateful for this year?
👉 What are you grateful for this year?
ACMA proudly sponsors Lani Gobaleza — our 2024 Rising Star Award honoree! 🌟 A Filipina American playwright, actor, and creator, Lani brings bold storytelling to stage and screen with works like Every Day Vanilla and Nighttime Julianne. Her future is bright! ✨
#FilipinaAmericanExcellence
#FilipinaAmericanExcellence
November 28, 2025 at 2:31 AM
ACMA proudly sponsors Lani Gobaleza — our 2024 Rising Star Award honoree! 🌟 A Filipina American playwright, actor, and creator, Lani brings bold storytelling to stage and screen with works like Every Day Vanilla and Nighttime Julianne. Her future is bright! ✨
#FilipinaAmericanExcellence
#FilipinaAmericanExcellence