Condolences for domestic violence victim Shinobu Higa
We would like to express our great sorrow for the death of Shinobu Higa, 36 of Fairview Park. Ms. Higa died March 16 as a result of being beaten by…
Read MoreMotivAsians Newsletter now available
Click here to read the MotivAsians March 2011 newsletter.
Read MorePerformance groups needed for Global Cleveland May 24th
The International Community Council is seeking cultural groups to perform at the launch of GLOBAL CLEVELAND on Tuesday, May 24th at Cleveland City Hall. The program begins at 6:00 PM…
Read MoreASIA and partner organizations in 23 cities celebrate Health Care Reform
AA and NHPI Health Organizations in 23 Cities Celebrate One Year Anniversary of Health Care Reform For Immediate Release March 23, 2011 Washington, DC – As part of a national…
Read MoreFree Chinese Music Performance March 24
CSU Department of Music is presenting a free Chinese music performance on March 24 by the Orchid Ensemble from Vancouver Canada. The performance starts at 7:30pm in the Drinko Recital…
Read MoreJACL Scholarships available for 2011
The Japanese American Citizen’s League has kicked off its Scholarship Program for the 2011 academic year. JACL offers over 30 awards with an annual total of over $60,000 in scholarships. …
Read MoreCleveland International Film Festival opens this week
The Cleveland International Film Festival will open this week on Thursday, March 24. Check out these films: Seven Days in Heaven is sponsored by ASIA Pinoy Sunday is sponsored by…
Read MoreAkron neighborhood Health Fair April 1-2
LINKS Community & Family Services is hosting an Upson St. Neighborhood Health and Wellness Fair in Akron. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event. The Fair will offer speeches…
Read MoreASIA awarded over $60K in new grants
ASIA is pleased to announce two new grants generously awarded by the Mt. Sinai Health Care Foundation and the CareSource Foundation. The Mt. Sinai Health Care Foundation awarded funding to…
Read MoreWing Chan honored at Ohio 4-H luncheon
Wing Chan, Program Assistant has been recognized by the Ohio 4-H Youth Development Program for her outstanding leadership with youth. Ms. Chan was one of only 3 recipients of the…
Read MoreTime Warner Cable to offer "TV Japan" in Southwest Ohio
CINCINNATI, OHIO – In wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that is plaguing the country of Japan, Time Warner Cable is opening TV Japan to its digital customers in Southwest…
Read MorePosition Opening: Computer Instructor
ASIA is seeking a highly self-motivated person with competent computer skills to be a part-time Computer Instructor at ASIA’s Akron office. The primary role of this position is to teach…
Read MoreInternational Folk Festival seeking performers and vendors
ASIA is pleased to announce an upcoming event on Sunday, June 26. The 22nd International Folk Festival sponsored by the International Services Center will be held at Wade Oval at…
Read MoreUS Dept of Justice prioritizes language access
A Message From Deeana Jang, Chief of the Federal Coordination and Compliance Section, Civil Rights Division, US Department of Justice: The Federal Coordination and Compliance Section works with advocates, community…
Read MoreCleveland Bridge Builders leadership program accepting applications
ASIA and MotivAsians are pleased to announce a leadership development opportunity through the Cleveland Leadership Center. The Cleveland Bridge Builders program develops rising leaders for our community’s future by providing…
Read More2011 Cleveland Asian Festival vendor, performer, volunteer opportunity
The deadline for sponsorship, vendor booth, performance and program guide advertisement for the 2011 Cleveland Asian Festival is March 31. If you haven’t had a chance to get involved with…
Read MoreAkron's East High "Orientals" renamed
East High athletes now called Dragons Akron school board approves top choice in renaming contest By John Higgins Beacon Journal staff writer Published on Tuesday, Mar 01, 2011 The voters…
Read MoreCleveland International Film Festival March 24 – April 3
Join ASIA in celebrating the 35th Cleveland International Film Festival on March 24 – April 3 at Tower City Center. ASIA is sponsoring the film Seven Days in Heaven from…
Read MoreAkron Community Foundation awards Early Learning Grant to ASIA
ASIA is pleased to be among recipients of the Akron Community Foundation’s Early Learning grants. ASIA received funding to support Project READY, an early childhood development and school readiness program…
Read MoreFood safety training March 29 & 30
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Read MoreAsiatown Business Promotion cards now available
Do you live, work, dine, or shop in Asiatown Cleveland? You can save money while supporting local businesses and ASIA’s programs and services. Purchase an Asiatown Business Promotion card and…
Read MoreSenior Housing Openings in Akron
ASIA is pleased to announce that the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority will be taking applications for the Edgewood Village V waiting list beginning Monday, February 28, 2011. Applications will be…
Read MoreFull Tuition Scholarships Available at the Mandel Center
ASIA is pleased to announce that the Mandel Center is offering four full tuition, merit-based scholarships for full-time master’s degree applicants for fall 2011 enrollment. Criteria: outstanding academic credentials strong…
Read MoreFree tax preparation: translated materials
ASIA will offer free tax preparation for federal and state forms 1040EZ and 1040. Tax preparation is available beginning February 14 through April 18, 2011. Select a language below: Burmese…
Read MoreFellowship opportunity through Filipina Women's Network
ASIA is pleased to announce a fellowship opportunity through the Filipina Women’s Network. The FWN Fellowship Program is designed to provide students, recent graduates and motivated individuals seeking career development…
Read MoreFree tax preparation available
ASIA will offer free tax preparation for federal and state forms 1040EZ and 1040. Click here for eligibility and appointment times. Tax preparation is available beginning February 14 through April…
Read MoreASIA's Executive Director honored by FICA
On January 22, India Republic Day 2011, the Federation of Indian Community Associations (FICA) honored ASIA’s Executive Director, Michael Byun with the “Friend of FICA” award for his contributions to…
Read MoreLoan Modification Scam Alert with translated materials
Asian Services In Action in partnership with National CAPACD, Neighbor Works America, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is…
Read MorePosition opening at Cleveland Fair Housing Board
The City of Cleveland Fair Housing Board is seeking to fill an open position. The Fair Housing Board is looking for an individual who has a background in fair housing…
Read MoreASIA's Executive Director to present at CSU conference on education
Cleveland State University will host a conference on Friday, February 25 focused on “Educating All Our Children: Bringing ‘What Works’ to Scale.” ASIA’s Executive Director, Michael Byun will present on…
Read MoreSurvey opportunity for parents and teachers
ASIA is pleased to announce an online survey opportunity presented by the Devereux Initiative. If you are a parent or teacher of a child age 2-6, please fill out this…
Read MoreNew cargo delivery service opens in Cleveland
A new certified LBC contractor is operating in Cleveland. Learn more about this cargo service or click here to contact the Cleveland contractor. Find out more about local Asian businesses…
Read MoreASIA's International Community Empowerment Program recognized
ASIA’s International Community Empowerment Program is recognized by staff at the Findley Community Learning Center for the positive impact ICEP has on Findley CLC students who participate in the program. …
Read MoreTzu Chi Foundation offers Chinese classes, scholarhips
The Tzu Chi Cleveland Service Center in Highland Heights is offering children’s Chinese classes for 2011. Click here for a flyer or here to register for classes. The Tzu Chi…
Read MoreASIA awarded over $60K in new grants
ASIA is pleased to announce 4 new grants generously awarded by the following funders: The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation is funding the new Asian Health Access Initiative (AHAI), a project…
Read MoreASIA's Wing Chan receives leadership award
Wing Chan, Program Assistant has been recognized by the Ohio 4-H Youth Development Program for her outstanding leadership with youth. Ms. Chan has been working with Asian American youth at…
Read MoreNew Ohio Asian American data available
ASIA has released new data on Asian Americans in Ohio. The following reports are now available: 2010 Asian Health Survey 2010 Asian American Women Empowered: Breast and Cervical Cancer Click…
Read MoreDr. Mieko Smith appointed to national council
ASIA is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mieko Smith to the Asian & Pacific Islander National Cancer Survivors Network (APINCSN) National Advisory Council. Dr. Smith has served as…
Read MoreCDC releases Health Disparities Report
CDC Releases First Periodic Health Disparities & Inequalities Report ASIA is pleased to share the first Health Disparities & Inequalities Report from the CDC. The report features the often overlooked…
Read MoreJob posting: International Institute of Akron
The International Institute of Akron has announced an opening for a Director of Refugee Resettlement. The International Institute of Akron is seeking a professional to lead a diverse staff who…
Read MoreTranslated voter registration materials now available
ASIA is pleased to announce new translated voter registration materials are available. Start out 2011 by registering to vote! Click here to see the materials. Check out ASIA’s other translated…
Read MoreScholarships avialable for restaurant workers and their children
The Asian Pacific Fund has announced two $1,000 scholarships for restaurant workers and children of restaurant workers that are available from the Shui Kuen and Allen Chin Scholarship, a program…
Read MoreSpring and Summer Internship Opportunities- Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund
The Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF), located in New York, NY is announcing spring and summer 2011 internship opportunities. Bilingual students are encouraged to apply. For spring…
Read MoreNational survey opportunity for cancer surviors
Are you an Asian American or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander who has been diagnosed with cancer? Please help in this national research study to understand the needs of Asian, Native Hawaiian…
Read MoreLaotian Association of Cleveland hosts New Year's Event
The Laotian Association of Cleveland hosted a New Year’s party on December 31st at the Philippine American Cultural Center in Parma. The event was a great success and celebration to…
Read MoreThe price of repealing the Affordable Care Act in Ohio
The Price of Repealing the Affordable Care Act: Ohio Posted January 4, 2011 by Healthcare.gov As a result of the Affordable Care Act, families will soon be free from the…
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