What we’re about
At first glance, it seems like there is little to no Asian presence in St. Louis. But that's just not true. Let's explore St. Louis together to learn about the ways Asian Americans are here and deeply connected in the community.
We hope to see:
- All stories of Asians in America tied into the larger community of Asian America
- Exposure to the racial history of Asians in America and how that impacts us
- A deeper desire for liberation in our community that leads to collaboration with other communities
- Ultimately, a greater sense of joy in our lived experiences to just freely be in St. Louis.
There will be a variety of events for all types of people. Community speakers, restaurant hunting, bar hopping, game nights, and community service are just a few things we hope to see happen. If there are things you want to try, shoot us a message, and we can make it an event!
For our Asian American friends, we are glad you are here and excited to meet you! I just want to clarify that Asian Americans come from all backgrounds: multiracial, adoptee, South/Southeast Asian, coastal, first/second/third generation, etc. Whatever your story is, you are welcome!
Non-Asian friends, welcome! We are excited for you to learn and hang out with us. Although the content for this group will be centered around Asian America, we know that we are not an isolated community and are deeply connected with the rest of STL. I believe the more we learn about Asian Americans, the more we realize how much we need each other to be a better community.
By building real connections with individuals and businesses, we can see St. Louis become a place where Asian Americans from all walks of life are excited to live here.
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What this group will not become:
- A dating app: due to the fetishization of Asians in various forms, this group will not be focused on dating. If any member is feeling uncomfortable due to unwanted advances, please report to admin. Reported member may be removed from the group.
- Kpop/Anime club: Although I love anime and Kpop, this group may not be for you if that is your only desire to learn about Asian America. Glad those things have made it into mainstream America, but the Asian American experience has a lot more to it.
If you find that a member who you have not met reaching out to you in hopes to make an unsolicited romantic advance, please email stl.panasiancollective@gmail.com to report this person. An admin will reach out to this person to clarify the purpose of this group and to ensure this is a safe place for all.
Hopefully, this does not make this group seem super strict. These items ensure a more comfortable space for Asian Americans who have felt limited in their interests/being based on racial generalizations and stereotypes. Hope this allows for this space to be fun and open to all that truly cares about Asian America!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- St. Louis Earth Day FestivalMuny Grounds Forest Park, Saint Louis, MO
With spring being here, many of us are enjoying the nicer weather and the beautiful trees and flowers that come with it. Let's check out earthday365 to understand how we can play our part in protecting this earth and the nature that many of us enjoy.
The festival is large, so I will post my exact location in the comments section closer to the start of the event. Be sure to check the MeetUp to stay updated.
Volunteering
Also, some people in PAC are signing up to volunteer if you would like to help out in this way as well! - St. Louis Pan Asian Collective Charter MeetingSt. Louis Public Library- Central Library, Saint Louis, MO
Join us to discuss how St. Louis Pan Asian Collective (STL PAC) can adopt a non-hierarchical organizational structure. We will review the following document, discuss its possible implementation, and address and concerns to PAC’s structural change.
We will meet at Central Library in room 2.6.
Document link: https://nextcloud.nullarch.com/s/NwFCyWG6DNSMn2d
- Very Asian Youth Concert (Time TBD)St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, MO
The Asian American Civic Scholars (AACS) will be putting on a concert in hopes to raise funds for the Very Asian Foundation's May Book Project. Bring a book to donate as your admission or scan the QR code at the welcoming table to donate.
More information to be posted as the date gets closer.
- OCA 2025 Annual Night Market Gala FundraiserNorman K.Probstein Community Golf Course in Forest Park, St. Louis, MO
OCA is hosting their annual fundraiser! Join OCA for community, local Asian American stories, and hear from rapper and poet Jason Chu! Tickets are $175, but are discounted to $50 for those under the age of 30.
More details below from the registration site. RSVP here.
🌟🌟🌟 We are pleased to offer early bird discounts from now until midnight on April 15, 2025. For General Admission, use the code "earlybird150" to save $25 per ticket. For Young Professional tickets, use the code "earlybird45" to save $5 per ticket. 🌟🌟🌟
🌟🌟 We are thrilled to host our Night Market Gala again this year, offering a unique and engaging experience. Our Night Market Gala is a fundraising and community event scheduled for Sunday, May 18 from 7-10 pm at Norman K. Probstein Golf Course in Forest Park.
🌟 Now more than ever, it’s important to uplift and celebrate our local pan-Asian community. Join us for an evening of fun, delicious food, dancing, and community building while supporting local AANHPI businesses and organizations!
🌟 With a focus on local community, we are delighted to have some local AANHPI small businesses with us as part of the night market, other AANHPI local organizations joining us, a bollywood dance group, and even a magician joining us at the tables sharing his magic and raising awareness for the International Institute of St. Louis. As memorable as last year was, we are even more excited for this year's event!
🌟 OCA Advocate STL has been dedicated to advancing the social, political, and well-being of the AANHPI community for over 50 years, with St. Louis as a founding chapter. We aim to empower the next generation of leaders. By attending, you will be supporting our mission of advocacy, programing, education, and supporting the AANHPI community. OCA’s programming has included our Women’s Summit, Mentorship Programs, Educational film screenings, Youth Prize, the Tao Leadership Scholarship, Community Picnic, and forthcoming Get Out The Vote efforts and more, contributing to a lasting impact in the city and beyond.
For questions or more information, please contact us at info@ocastlouis.org.
