Zayn Ali
What does it mean to be Asian American?
To have parents from or to be from Asia. It also matters that you don't go far from your family's culture.
What motivates you to do what you do everyday? Knowing that I have the opportunity to shape the future.
Ethnic background: South Asian - Bangladeshi, Pakistani
Age: 14
Current city & state: Winnetka, Illinois
What can’t you live without? Family and friends.
What brings you joy? Creating things.
What is your wish for the United States? I wish the United States could appreciate Asian/Asian American culture as much as they could with other cultures.
What role do you play in making that wish come true? Being a good representation for Asian Americans in my every day life.
“I wish the United States could
appreciate Asian/Asian American culture as much
as they could with other cultures.”
— Zayn Ali, 2021
Zayn Ali with hat, 2021
“The item was a hat from a musical artist I enjoy listening to: Tyler, The Creator.”
— Zayn Ali