FAQ

Alignment with ASA Values, Mission & Vision

• We value community over individualism, solidarity over competition, building bridges not walls, and empowering one another. Therefore, our main focus is not on who is simply the "most talented" or polished in their craft or skill. We are looking for promising applicants whose values align with ours. Do their passion and story inspire solidarity and building bridges? Do their passion and story empower everyone? 

The Purpose of the Passion Show is to...

• Amplify the unique and shared experiences of AAPI youth and young adults.

• Bring visibility to social issues that impact our communities, society, and world today. All of our struggles are connected; therefore, our journey in collective liberation, joy, and empowerment are also intertwined. 

• Spotlight the passions of the youth and young adults in our communities.

• Center joy through the creative process and practice authentic story-telling.

• Be in community with one another and truly see each other.

• Help bridge various AAPI communities and promote empathy through the sharing of stories.

Timeline

• February 5: Application Opens

• February & March: Virtual Co-Working Session*

• March: Virtual Y'all Come Sessions*

• April 1: Application Deadline

• May: Finalists Announcement on ASA social media & website

• Early-Mid May: People's Choice Award voting on social media

• June: Banquet (in-person)

Requirements

• • • Submit (1) video performance or presentation showcasing your passion in the Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Civic Engagement (7-12 min) AND (1) written narrative about your project, describing its connection to the theme, your intersectional identities, and the social issue you care about (250 words max).

    • If you are selected as a finalist, your video submission and narrative will be publicly shared on the ASA social media and website.

      • Be mindful to submit a video and narrative that you are comfortable with sharing with the public and those within your circle.

    • A rubric for the video and narrative will be provided on the ASA website.

Prizes

• There will be a Grand Prize of $1,000. The Grand Prize winner will also be able to donate to an organization or charitable cause in their name. 

• People’s Choice Award

• Other prize & recognition opportunities

Some examples of the Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Civic Engagement

• Poetry, narrative story, picture book, journalism, culinary arts, visual arts, videography, photography, singing, instrumental, dancing, acting, research project, highlighting social issues, etc.

Some examples of video performances and presentations

• Spoken word poetry, read-aloud, acting out a skit/monologue, cooking video, presentation of cooked dishes, dance, presentation of research project, presentation of visual arts, etc.

• Current 9th Grade - 22 year-old AAPIs in GA.

• You do not need to be in school or have pursued a higher education.

• We define AAPI as individuals whose ethnic heritage(s) originates from locations in South Asia, South East Asia, East Asia, Polynesia, Micronesia, Melanesia, and West/South West Asia (commonly framed as the Middle East by the western world).

Application Platform

• The application will be on SlideRoom, a platform commonly used for college admissions.

Application Fee

1. • There is a $5 application processing fee on the application platform.

   • If you are experiencing financial hardships, please email admin@asalliance.org at the time of submission. We want to ensure that all interested individuals have the opportunity to apply.

How many applications can be submitted?

1. • One application will be accepted per applicant.

Media Release Consent signed by Parent/Legal Guardian (Under 18)

1. • Applicants under the age of 18 will need to submit a digital Media Release Consent form signed by their Parent or Legal Guardian. This form will be included in the application for Parents or Legal Guardians to review and sign.

1. • The judges will evaluate the applications using the same rubric that will be posted on our website for applicants to refer to.

   • Round 1: A group of community members and leaders from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds will evaluate the applicants and make recommendations for finalists.

   • Round 2: A smaller panel of AAPI community members and leaders from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds will review the finalists' applications and determine the Grand Prize winner, along with other acknowledgements. We will share more information about the panelists on Instagram

1. • Purpose

     • The Grand Prize winner, People’s Choice Award winner, along with other prizes, will be announced.

     • Relationship-building, community-building, and networking opportunity.

1. • Who is invited?

     • All applicants, finalists, friends, family, and community members, leaders and organizations are invited. 

1. • Will finalists need to present or perform?

     • No, finalists will not perform/present in front of a live audience. 

     • Finalists' video submission and narrative may also be shared in part of whole at the Banquet,

       • Be mindful to submit a video and narrative that you are comfortable with sharing with the public and those within your circle.

• *Y'all Come Sessions: Additional non-mandatory virtual sessions will be hosted in March for those who have questions specific to their project. Dates and Times will be shared on Instagram.

• Virtual Co-Working Sessions: ASA will host non-mandatory virtual co-working sessions where applicants may join to work on their project and build community. Dates and Times will be shared on Instagram.

• Reach out to admin@asalliance.org at any point in the application process with specific questions. We are here to support you!