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2022 OCA National Convention:
Hotel Registration Ends Tomorrow!

Don't forget to book your stay with us at Bally's Las Vegas Hotel & Casino! The OCA National Convention programming is hosted at the same hotel.

3645 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Wed-Thurs Rates: $79/night
Fri-Sat Rates: $168/night
BOOK YOUR HOTEL NOW

For those who prefer to make reservations over the phone, you may call their Reservation Center at 702-967-4111 or 800-722-5597. However, a processing fee per reservation will be incurred if you choose not to use our dedicated weblink above. Currently, the name of the group is listed as “OCA National Convention.” Callers may also use our group code to identify the group: SBOCA2

Please note that upon booking your reservation, your credit card will be charged a deposit equal to the first night's room and tax. To avoid forfeiture of deposit, please ensure all changes and cancellations are made at least 72 hours prior to scheduled arrival date. You may be charged a nightly resort fee which will be added into your total on the final summary page.  Please be sure to read the hotel policies for more information.

Registration Closes on August 3rd!

Be sure to register and buy your ticket for the OCA National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada by August 3rd using the link below!  Do not miss out on our Workshops, Plenaries, Speakers, and Award Gala! Attendees will also have access to JACL's National Convention workshops happening in the same venue!
BUY YOUR TICKET NOW
Already Registered? — Check out our event schedule!
UPDATES

News — OCA Set to Host First In-Person National Convention Since Pandemic in Las Vegas

Hundreds of members and allies will gather to explore and celebrate AAPI identity during the 45th annual event in August. Read more here.
News — OCA Condemns Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade
In recognizing that women’s health rights are civil rights, OCA commits to advocating to protect reproductive rights and equitable access to healthcare.

Read more here.
News — OCA Marks 40th Anniversary of Vincent Chin Murder with Community Partners in Detroit
Four decades after the 1982 killing sparked the modern Asian American civil rights movement, advocates gathered to honor Chin and reflect on the painful lessons wrought by the tragedy.

Read more here.
News — OCA Applauds President Biden and Congress on Bill for a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture
A huge step forward in promoting AAPI Studies in the United States today as President Biden signs U.S Rep. Meng’s Bill for a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture into law.

Read more here.
POLICY CORNER

K-12 AANHPI Curriculum Impact Project

How can you support this project?

  • FOLLOW and SHARE our Instagram where we post a majority of our content! @k12aanhpi_project
  • VISIT our Linktree and donate to our project, sign our petition, and visit our website to learn more about our project in-depth!
If you have any questions, please email OCA's Associate Manager of Policy & Advocacy Michael Nguyen.
CHAPTER SPOTLIGHT
OCA-Tucson: COVID-19 Update & Acupuncture Event
 
“COVID-19 Update & Acupuncture” was presented at eHotPot on June 13, 2022. OCA Tucson hosted the program thanks to a grant from Wells Fargo and the generosity of eHotPot. Twenty-five attendees represented AAPI, African American, and general community groups.

Pic 1: Dr. Howard Eng, University of Arizona, Retired.
Pic 2: Ms Renée Stucklen, Owner Tucson Acupuncture and Wellness.
Pic 4: Katy Soo. Wendy Karahalios, Owner eHotPot.
OCA-Greater Los Angeles: 40th Anniversary of the Murder of Vincent Chin Event
 
On June 23, OCA-GLA co-sponsored a commemoration of the "40th Anniversary of the Murder of Vincent Chin."  More than 400 attendees joined the event in person at the Historic El Pueblo Monument in Downtown Los Angeles or watched the livestream on Facebook Live. The recording is available here.

The commemoration included a candlelight vigil, performances, and inspiring remarks from distinguished speakers such as Renee Tajima-Pena, filmmaker of the iconic, award-winning documentary "Who Killed Vincent Chin."
ACA: "Justice For All" Student Art Contest Award Ceremony and Exhibit Reception
 
On June 18th, ACA held an Award Ceremony and Exhibit Reception for the “Justice For All” Student Art Contest. At the award ceremony, we recognized every participant and announced the 12 winners. Click here to read more.
EVENTS + OPPORTUNITIES
July 12: Plague at the Golden Gate
Join Act to Change and OCA, co-hosted by the Boston Asian American Film Festival, in a discussion with the filmmaker of PBS' "Plague at the Golden Gate". How has history repeated itself, what have we learned, and why is it important that we keep telling these stories?

Click here to register.
July 19: Situational Awareness Workshop
Register for our free virtual Situational Awareness Workshop (SAW) and learn how to become an effective bystander against racism and discrimination. At the end of this training, each participant will have the tools to be able to intervene as a bystander whenever they see or experience harassment.

Tuesday, July 19, 6:00 PM CT - 7:00 PM CT
Click here to register.

August 10: 2022 Legislative Reception
 

OCA Sacramento cordially invites you to join them and celebrate their advocacy work in their city and state and meet with their elected and community leaders on August 10 at Leland Stanford Mansion. Click here to register online.
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