The Asian Domestic Violence Prevention Collaborative (ADVPC) began this project in June 1998. Nine Asian American teens from around the Bay Area came together to create, direct and edit this documentary about violence against women and its impact on Asian American youth. The kids, from a diverse representation of the Asian American community, dedicated a year to the project.

The video purposely tackles the broad subject
of violence against women in order to raise
consciousness on all the topics and help in the prevention of these crimes. Through on-the-street polls, interviews with young people who have lived through violent crimes and dramatic reenactments, YOUNG ASIANZ RISING! powerfully addresses issues of sexual harassment, sexual assault and domestic violence. Also highlighted are other unique efforts being done to create awareness about these issues.

YOUNG ASIANZ RISING! is an inspiring project which will surely spark dialogue amongst Asian American youth as well as in other communities. In giving voice to the young creators of this piece, ADVPC has taken a great step forward in educating the public about violence against women.