Celebrating Culture with Confidence

One of the most unforgettable moments from Community in Action was the performance of “Golden” from the hit film KPopDemon Hunters. The film has resonated with audiences around the world for its celebration of Korean culture and its portrayal of characters who embrace every part of who they are. The song “Golden” carries a powerful message of stepping out of the shadows, finding your voice, and recognizing your own worth, all messages that deeply align with our work to empower AAPI communities.

More than just a fun performance, it became a celebration of identity, confidence, and the power of being seen. As our Executive Director, Lily Chen, shared, “The energy from our next generation—and okay, us too—revealed something deeply felt: we want to be seen. No more hiding.”

That spirit filled the room as voices joined together in song, reminding us that representation matters, our stories matter, and every person deserves to feel heard, valued, and celebrated. We want to leave you with these lyrics straight from the song: 

“We’re goin’ up, up, up, it’s our moment
You know together we’re glowin’
Gonna be, gonna be golden
Oh-oh-oh, up, up, up with our voices
Gonna be, gonna be golden
Oh-oh-oh, I’m done hidin’, now I’m shinin’ like I’m born to be
Oh, our time, no fears, no lies
That’s who we’re born to be.”

Here’s to finding our voices, celebrating who we are, and being golden!