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Prism

DAY Prism, Dear Asian Youth's department focusing on LGBTQ+ topics

About Prism

Prism was founded in June 2021 and is led by Ishani Solanki and Sunal Fernando. Prism works to highlight topics that relate to the LGBTQ+ community through articles and interview videos. Prism is made up of 30+ youth who all share a passion of advocating for the LGBTQ+ community.

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DAY Prism Scholarship 2023

DAY Prism sought to give scholarships to 6 LGBTQ+ individuals who are working to uplift LGBTQ+ youth and the community through 3 fields of Advocacy, the Arts and STEM. DAY Prism's scholarships were divided into these three distinct categories to uplift Queer Asians in underrepresented fields. Each recipient was awarded $1,000 to support them in their education and work.

To read more about the winners, click the button below!

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Our Work So Far

Asian LGBTQ+ Organizations Series

Asian LGBTQ+ Organizations Series

Curated by DAY Prism, we wish to highlight organizations working to empower and bring equality to LGBTQ+ communities by Asian region.

Kaleidoscope | LGBTQ+ Creative Showcase PART TWO

Kaleidoscope | LGBTQ+ Creative Showcase PART TWO

The second installment of Kaleidoscope features the work of 5 talented creatives from around the world.

How Pride Is Celebrated in Asia

How Pride Is Celebrated in Asia

Our first Pride month post highlighting the many ways communities celebrate Pride in Asia

Project Prism | LGBTQ+ Identities in a Digital World

Project Prism | LGBTQ+ Identities in a Digital World

The interviews range from personal journeys and experiences, LGBTQ+ media portrayals, activism, and support.

Kaleidoscope | LGBTQ+ Creative Showcase PART ONE

Kaleidoscope | LGBTQ+ Creative Showcase PART ONE

Part 1 features the work of 6 talented and amazing young creatives from across the world.

Project Prism | Margaret Cho in Fire Island

Project Prism | Margaret Cho in Fire Island

We interviewed Margaret Cho for our Project Prism video project, asking her about her role and her identity as a bisexual and Asian woman

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Prism's Impact

300+

Discord Members

30+

Prism Team Members

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