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Film Icon Janet Yang Heads Chinese American Org
15 Jun
Summary
- Janet Yang, former Academy president, now chairs Committee of 100.
- Organization aims to strengthen U.S.-China relations.
- Yang seeks to connect East and West through shared values.
Film producer Janet Yang, who previously served three terms as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is now the board chairwoman for the Committee of 100 (C100). Founded in 1990 by prominent Chinese Americans, C100 works to enhance U.S.-China relations and challenge the perception of Chinese Americans as perpetual foreigners.
Yang, a member of C100 since 1998, takes over from former governor Gary Locke. As the first Asian American president of the film Academy, she championed global member recruitment. Born in Queens to immigrant parents, Yang leveraged her expertise in Chinese and Hollywood film industries to facilitate international productions.
Yang expressed optimism about connecting East and West, noting mutual curiosity and a desire for collaboration despite global tensions. She highlighted the vital importance of international cooperation for addressing challenges like AI and climate change. Yang is motivated by the opportunity to connect people and cultures, continuing her lifelong passion under the C100 banner.
