Each fall, Asian Girls Ignite hosts Diwali CelebrAsian, where AANHPI youth create a joyful and welcoming space for community, storytelling, and tradition. Led by 10th graders Jessica and Priya, the celebration brings families together through light, connection, and cultural pride.

Nearly 70 students and families joined us for Invite to Ignite: Open House, a celebration of food, friendship, and community. Through brunch, student panels, affirmation portraits, and creative stations, families experienced the many ways AGI fosters belonging and connection for AANHPI girls and gender-expansive youth.

CelebrAsian 2025 brought AANHPI middle and high school students together for a heartfelt evening of connection and self-care—celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month and honoring AANHPI Mental Health Day.

STEM Sparks at the Colorado School of Mines was an unforgettable day of discovery, hands-on fun, and community for Asian American youth! With the support of the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE), students explored STEM through interactive activities and connected with inspiring AANHPI professionals. From building play-doh inventions to learning from real-life STEM storytellers, this event was all about sparking curiosity, confidence, and new possibilities!

Asian Girls Ignite (AGI) celebrated the Year of the Snake with middle and high school students in Colorado, bringing together the community for a day of reflection, fun, and tradition. The event featured a lively lion dance, creative crafts, and activities that encouraged connection and personal growth. Students participated in a mega-handshake challenge, enjoyed cultural games, and reflected on their goals for the year ahead.

Colorado Asian Pacific United (CAPU) has been on a mission to restore and revitalize Denver’s Chinatown– and they invited Asian Girls Ignite (AGI) students to join them in accomplishing this important project through a mix of art, storytelling, and poetry.

Earlier this month, we celebrated the holiday season with our community members during our Season’s Savory Greetings event, where we enjoyed Hmong food and cultural performances while connecting with one another over fun youth-led activities.

Asian Girls Ignite students explored self-perception through beauty standards, social media, and friendships on a Denver food adventure, visiting AANHPI woman-owned spots like Banh and Butter, Tea Street, and Yuan Wonton. Discover the reflections and connections from this inspiring day!

In October, AGI hosted a Diwali Celebration for students to learn about the traditions of the holiday and to be in community with one another.