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2024 NATIONAL CONVENTION
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OCA National Convention 2024
📣REGULAR REGISTRATION for the OCA National Convention is now open until June 19th! Register NOW and gain access to exclusive luncheons, dinner events, a seat at the Awards Gala, and the chance to witness a historic Presidential Town Hall.

*Bring Your Friends or Family Along with Our 5+1 Ticket Deal! Purchase 5 tickets and receive the 6th ticket free for the lowest-priced ticket type. For more information, please contact Socheata Sun at ** [email protected]. (mailto:[email protected])
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Convention Hotel Registration

📌Don’t miss this opportunity to save on your hotel stay for OCA’s National Convention with OCA group discount! Book your room before June 19. Hurry, before time runs out!

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Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates

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You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code: NY3CU
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AANHPI Presidential Town Hall

OCA is proud to be a host committee member for the AANHPI Presidential Town Hall, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at the Philadelphia Convention Center. This event presents a golden opportunity for you to engage directly with presidential candidates in this pivotal election year.

Admission is FREE! Seating will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability. However, seating priority will be given to paid registrants of the following events:
* OCA National Convention,
* JACL National Convention,
* and APIAVote Leadership Summit

This RSVP below is specifically for unpaid attendees. Again, RSVP through this form does not guarantee a seat at the Town Hall.
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Volunteer Opportunity at OCA Convention
🤝 Be a Part of the OCA National Convention Volunteer Crew! Experience isn’t necessary – we’ve got all the training covered. Connect with others, contribute to meaningful causes, and help us make this convention one for the books.

The deadline is on June 13. Sign up and you will receive a free convention t-shirt!

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President's Circle Initiative
💫 Still curious to learn more on how you can get involved in PCI and what the benefits are in becoming a donor? The contribution required to become a PCI member is $1,000, and this can be an individual commitment or it can be shared among a group of friends/colleagues! To submit donor pledges, click ** HERE ([link removed])
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"Mott Street" Book Talk
On May 5, 2024, OCA National and OCA-New York hosted a virtual discussion with author Ava Chin about her new memoir Mott Street: A Chinese American Family's Story of Exclusion and Homecoming, which focuses on the impact of the country's first immigration restrictions, the Chinese Exclusion Act, on four generations of her family in NYC's Chinatown. Congratulations to our raffle winners Ann L. and Pier L., both of whom received free copies of the book! Mott Street is available to purchase now. Learn more about Ava at ** avachin.com. ([link removed])
APAICS Legislative Leadership Summit
OCA National's Executive Director Thu Nguyen spoke on a panel about digital literacy in AANHPI communities at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies' (APAICS) Legislative Leadership Summit on May 13, 2024.
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"Chinese Americans in Hollywood" Book Talk
On May 22, 2024, OCA National, OCA-DC, and 1882 Foundation hosted a virtual book talk with authors William Gow and Katie Gee Salisbury to discuss their respective books Performing Chinatown: Hollywood, Tourism, and the Making of a Chinese American Community and Not Your China Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong. Congratulations to our raffle winners Rose C. and Alice W., both of whom received free copies of these books! Both books are available to purchase now. Use the code GOW20 to receive 20% off your purchase of Performing Chinatown when ordering directly from ** Stanford University Press ([link removed])
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Meeting with Democratic Leadership
Last month, OCA National's Executive Director, Thu Nguyen, along with other AANHPI leaders and advocates met with the leaders of House Democrats to discuss pressing issues facing AANHPI communities.
May Donors
Thank you to our May donors, the P.C. and Rosana Hsu Chao Foundation, Andrew Lee, and Renee Tang for your generous contributions! Your support directly supports our youth programs and policy work. Thank you so much!
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OCA National Convention Celebrates AANHPI Solidarity and Civic Engagement
OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates’ 2024 National Convention, in partnership with JACL and APIAVote, is set to celebrate AANHPI community achievements and encourage civic participation in Philadelphia. ** Click here to read more. ([link removed])

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OCA National Center Welcomes 2024 Summer Interns
OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates marks the 35th anniversary of its Summer Internship Program, empowering a select group of college students with leadership and advocacy experiences in Washington, D.C. ** Click here to read more. ([link removed])

EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
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Nominate for OCA Executive Committee Positions

Here's an election you can get excited about!

Nominate your favorite Board Member, or self-nominate for one of 11 OCA Executive Committee positions.

Application package available in March. Nominations are open until July, and elections will be held in November 2024.

Email ** [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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Fuel the Next 50

After introducing potential donors to your work, they may find giving appreciated stock attractive. Stock giving means their contribution will go even further to support your chapter’s initiatives, all while saving on taxes. ** Learn how to give stock today! ([link removed])
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Help us update our OCA Intern Alumni Directory
We are requesting all OCA National internship program alumni to fill out the OCA Intern Alumni Directory Form to help us update our internal database so we can stay in touch with our intern alumni from the last 35 years. ** Fill out the form ([link removed])
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CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS
Hundreds celebrate Dragon Boat Festival in Sacramento - OCA Sacramento Chapter
OCA - Sacramento Chapter hosted the Dragon Boat Festival event in their community, attracting over 550 attendees and raising more than $85,000. This 29th annual event featured music, dancing, and cultural performances, highlighting the importance of loyalty and community commitment.
OCA - Greater Tucson
May 5 - Mental Health Art Awards, APARSS
OCA - Greater Tucson sponsored the Tucson Unified School District’s Asian Pacific American Refugee & Student Services (APARSS) high school art contest, “Where Would You Like to Be?”. More than 30 entries illustrated personal places of peace and tranquility. Leslie Moe-Kaiser presented awards and prizes to five winners at the annual May APARSS Awards Ceremonies.
May 11 - AANHPI Festival and Market
The Chapter participated in the Tucson AANHPI Festival and Market to celebrate May Asian Heritage Month at the Tucson Mall. Featured table items were Curtis Chin’s Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, Richard Lui’s It’s Not About Me, Chapter brochures, eyeglass sleeves crafted with antique kimono material, and children’s Chinese festival clothing. Several hundred individuals enjoyed Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, and Polynesian entertainment.
May 18 - Senior Care Workshop
Dr. Paul Gee, OCA member, presented “Diagnostic Errors and Seniors” at Tucson Chinese Cultural Center for this year’s Senior Care workshop. The program included a COVID and flu clinic provided by Pima County Health Department, blood pressure screenings and an opportunity to participate in a seniors blood pressure research project by the Pharmacy Department of the University of Arizona, and information tables of two health care services specializing in senior care.
OCA - San Mateo
Redwood City Council and Mayor Jeff Gee presents OCA - San Mateo President Aimee Yan with proclamation for AANHPI Heritage Month on 5/7/2024.
Four graduating high school students each receive $1,000 scholarships from OCA - San Mateo at the Awards Luncheon on May 18, 2024. Eileen Li-Ying Lundquist from OCA - San Diego was the motivational speaker who spoke about her experiences as teenager in China coming to the US to study.

OCA - San Mateo co-sponsored an Author Day Book Fair on 5/19/2024 along with other AAPI organizations in celebration of Asian Heritage Month at the San Mateo City Library. Eight Asian American authors of childrens, teens, and adult books came together to share their stories and books, including Abigail Hing Wen, national best seller of the trilogy "Love Boat Taipei".

OCA - San Mateo, along with 50+ AANHPI organizations participated in the first ever California AANHPI Advocacy Day on May 29, 2024 at the Capitol in Sacramento, CA. Among the 200 attendees was OCA National President Linda Ng, along with the sponsor, APAPA national CEO Mary Yin Liu, and elected officials including Assemblyman Evan Low, who spoke of the need for AANHPI representation at the State Level. Participants organized into small groups of 6 and met with legislators to advocate for key issues important to the AANHPI community
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Night Market Gala by OCA - St. Louis

This year, we are excited to embrace the vibrant Asian Night Market culture, offering a unique and engaging experience. Join us and distinguished guest ** Michelle Hanabusa ([link removed])
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, to celebrate St. Louis’s diverse Asian American heritage and unity, bringing everyone together for an evening of joy, networking, and community building!

Contact us at ** [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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AAPI Restaurant Weeks by OCA - Greater Houston
More than 40+ restaurants are participating in AAPI Restaurant Weeks 2024

Join OCA-Greater Houston in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by supporting AAPI food establishments and supporting our community service project to provide bags of rice/noodles for low income seniors.

The online directory will include participating locations.

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20th Annual HAAPI by OCA - Greater Houston
🎬🎨 Get ready for the 20th Annual Houston Asian American Pacific Islander Film Festival (HAAPI Film Festival)!

We're bringing together AAPI filmmakers, artists, and actors this summer for a celebration of diverse AAPI stories and perspectives. 🌟

🎥Experience award-winning films, documentaries, short narratives, and more that will inspire, entertain, and enlighten you.

🎟️Don't miss out! Follow us now to stay tuned for ticket info and program updates! See you at HAAPI Fest! 🤩

This OCA-Greater Houston event is funded in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance.

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COMMUNITY PARTNER EVENTS
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Young Voices Contributor Program

What is Young Voices?
Young Voices provides fledgling writers with the guidance needed to succeed during the most critical years of their early career. We do so by acting as a copy editor, agent, and mentor to a roster of pro-liberty writers through our cornerstone Contributors Program. Our network generates 50+ commentaries in print, online, TV, and radio every single month. On top of our public relations capabilities, our writers have exclusive access to continuing education opportunities through our program, including training and mentorship from top think tank scholars. In short, Young Voices is a one-stop-shop for aspiring intellectuals to build their brand and develop their expertise as advocates for market solutions.

What is the Contributor Program?
Young Voices’ Contributor Program is the cornerstone of our operations. Upon acceptance into the program, each new contributor has access to Young Voices’ staff of editors and media experts. We’ll act as your nonprofit PR agency, editing and pitching your articles to top publications and scheduling interviews in broadcast media. ** Click here to apply! ([link removed])

Key info about applying to the Contributors Program:
* Young Voices accepts applications from writers ages 18-35.
* Applicants should be prepared to submit their resume, an unedited op-ed draft, and a two-minute introductory video explaining why they’d like to join Young Voices. Applications are reviewed twice per year for classes of 30-40.
* Applications for the Fall 2024 class (which begins July 1, 2024) are open now and will close on May 31, 2024 at 11:59PM ET. All questions can be directed to ** [email protected] ([link removed])
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Recruiting AANHPI Students for Mental Health Survey

NAAPIMHA is partnering with Child with ** Child Trends ([link removed])
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to conduct a series of focus groups to look at mental health among AANHPI youth. They are on a very short turn around time and are particularly interested in identifying students representing the following populations: 1) South Asian; 2) Southeast Asian; 3) Filipinx; 4) Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. Multiracial and multiethnic individuals are encouraged to sign up. Study participation will include participating in completing a 15-20 minute online survey prior to the focus group and a 90-minute virtual focus group with Child Trends and AANHPI youth researchers. All activities are voluntary. Participants will be compensated with a $30 electronic gift card for their time after completion of the online survey and joining a focus group.

Interested young people or their parents/caretakers may email Winnie Chan (** [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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Cancer Pain Management: A Technology-based Intervention for Asian American Breast Cancer Survivors (CAI)

Despite few studies on Asian American breast cancer survivors, it is well known that these women shoulder unnecessary burden of breast cancer because they rarely complain about symptoms or pain, delay seeking help, and rarely ask or get support due to their cultural values and beliefs and language barriers. This demonstrates a definite need for support in this specific population. However, survivorship programs that are increasingly instituted at cancer centers have serious impediments to providing information and coaching/support because of the lack of staff time and insurance reimbursement.

Furthermore, the pressure of fast-paced clinical patient-provider interactions leaves little time for health care providers to provide up-to-date information and coaching or support for these women based on their cultural attitudes. All these circumstances necessitate an innovative and creative delivery method of information and coaching/support. A technology- based approach using computers and mobile devices (smart phones and tablets) promises to meet this necessity with high flexibility and accessibility, and minimizes the cost of the intervention in busy and costly health care settings. Also, a technology-based intervention that does not involve face-to-face interactions could work better for many women from cultures where breast cancer is still a stigmatizing experience. Therefore, based on Preliminary Studies (PSs), the research team has developed and pilot-tested a theory-driven technology-based information and coaching/support program that is culturally tailored to Asian American
breast cancer survivors using multiple features.

The purpose of the proposed randomized intervention study is to develop an existing technology-based cancer pain management program with additional components for Asian American breast cancer survivors with depressive symptoms (ABD) and the individual optimization functionality (CAI) and to test the efficacy of CAI in improving cancer pain experience of ABD. The specific aims are to: a) develop and evaluate CAI through an expert and a usability test; b) determine whether the intervention group will show significantly greater improvements than the control group in primary outcomes (needs for help, physical and psychological symptoms, and quality of life) from baseline (pre-test) to Time Points 1 (post 1-month) and 2 (post 3-months); c) identify theory-based variables (attitudes, self-efficacy, perceived barriers, and social influences) that mediate the intervention effects of the CAI on the primary outcomes; and d) determine whether the effects of the CAI on the primary outcomes are
moderated by background, disease, genetic, and situational factors.

The proposed study will be guided by the Bandura's Theory of Behavioral Change. This study adopts a randomized repeated measures pretest/posttest control group design in 330 Asian American breast cancer survivors.

The long-term goals are to: (a) implement the program into various health care settings; (b) determine if the CAI will lead to long-term improved health outcomes; and (c) fundamentally enhance the methodology/paradigm of culturally tailored technology-based interventions for ethnic minority groups of breast cancer survivors.

If you have any questions, please contact us (contact information: ** [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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