This May, we proudly celebrated Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, led by our Network of Asian Professionals and Allies (NAPA) Community Resource Group (CRG). Through thoughtful events and new partnerships, we deepened our understanding of the diverse identities, histories, and traditions within the AANHPI community.
Dumpling Days: Connecting Through Culture and Cuisine
This year, the NAPA CRG chose to focus on dumplings as a way to honor the rich diversity of AANHPI cultures. While each culture has its own unique traditions, dumplings, whether they’re gyoza, potstickers, shumai, or momo, are a unifying symbol of family, celebration, and connection across many Asian communities. Food has a powerful way of bringing people together, and through our Dumpling Days events, teams in Boston, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. gathered to share stories, recipes, and a deeper appreciation for the cultural threads that tie us together.
Strengthening Our Commitment: A New Partnership with Ascend
This month also marked the launch of a new corporate partnership with Ascend, the largest Pan-Asian business professional organization in North America. Through this partnership, we’ll collaborate on professional development, mentorship, and community-building initiatives in our D.C., New York, and Boston markets, creating meaningful opportunities for learning, growth, and connection.
Looking Ahead
At CrossCountry, we know that building an inclusive workplace is an ongoing journey, one that requires listening, learning, and action. We’re grateful to the NAPA CRG for leading this month’s efforts and to everyone who participated in our AANHPI Heritage Month events. Together, we’ll continue working to create a culture where every voice is valued, and every story has a place.
