This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Google’s products can help you embrace the spirit of connection and celebration. There are new ways to immerse yourself in art, dive into captivating stories, and engage with the contributions of Asian and Pasifika heritage to the United States.
The Google Play Store is creating a vibrant hub dedicated to AAsian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This curated collection makes it easier than ever for you to find new stories to read, with top book picks from authors Nghi Vo, Bianca Mabute-Louie, and Saumya Dave. You can also discover special APAHM games hub featuring engaging games, such as Disney Emoji Blitz and Arena Breakout. The hub also features WEBTOON, Viki, Hulu and other apps that offer Asian-developed comics, shows and more. Keep an eye out for editorial content including an interview with Mattel CEO Amy Huang.
To further spotlight Asian and Pasifika voices throughout May:
- The May 1 Google Doodle also celebrates APAHM by featuring an iconic Hawaiian instrument — the ukulele!
- Google Meet is bringing back a background featuring a Filipino-style room with traditional woven lamps and furniture, looking out onto a scenic view of rice terraces. You can find this in the New section of Google Meet backgrounds, or the evergreen Asian American Heritage Month background in the Stylized section.
- YouTube will be highlighting the AAPI community across its platforms: YouTube Kids and YouTube Music will feature special playlists, YouTube TV will launch a visual watchlist showcasing shows, movies, and leading Asian American and Pasifika actors and YouTube’s social channels will spotlight creators like Lyanna Kea and Mandy Fu.
