Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI) throughout May is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributions and achievements of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans to the nation's history, culture and society.
The Asian Pacific American community is made up of more than 50 distinct ethnic groups, including Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Hawaiian, Samoan, Cambodian, Uzbekistan and many others. Each group has its own unique history, traditions, and contributions to the United States.