Our Work

Define American uses storytelling to tell more authentic and nuanced immigrant narratives.

We believe in the power of storytelling and its ability to shape culture and landscape in ways that directly impact American lives.

We’re creating an America where everyone belongs, one story at a time.

Learn about our research on immigrant representation in multimedia.

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Research
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Learn how we harness entertainment media to reshape understanding of immigrants.

Entertainment Media
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Learn how we work to combat the rise in anti-immigrant sentiment in digital spaces.

Digital Storytelling

Learn about our immigrant creative advocacy work and meet our fellows.

Storyteller Support

Follow us on social media and discover all the ways we help tell the immigrant story.