Announcements

ASIA distributes food & clothing to Cleveland, Lakewood refugee families

For immediate release May 16, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org ASIA distributes food & clothing to Cleveland, Lakewood refugee families CLEVELAND – Asian Services In Action (ASIA)…

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美国华裔医学科学家协会 (NSMS-CAA) 2012 年全球公开招聘

美国华裔医学科学家协会 (NSMS-CAA) 高端人才交流 2012 JOB OPPORTUNITIES HTTP://WWW.NSMS-CAA.ORG 2012 年全球公开招聘: 请点击这里.

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Open Global Village Festival Planning Meeting at Lock 3 – May 17, 2012

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Asian American Center for Advancing Justice Applauds President Obama

  WASHINGTON – The Asian American Center for Advancing Justice (Advancing Justice) – composed of Asian American Institute, Asian American Justice Center, Asian Law Caucus and Asian Pacific American Legal…

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Presidential Proclamation – Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, 2012

ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH, 2012 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) have helped make…

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New Resource: Hepatitis B: What Asian and Pacific Islander Americans Need to Know

ASIA has a new resource under the General Health section of our Health Care & Health Policy resource page!  Did you know that Asian and Pacific Islander Americans, along with…

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Check, Please! Health and Working Conditions in San Francisco Chinatown Restaurants

We give a lot of attention to knowing where our food comes from, but do we give as much thought to how it gets to us?  “Check, Please!” is a…

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Free Summer IT Career Camp for High School Students

Do you have a teen that is interested in technology?  Invite them to attend University of Akron’s third annual IT Career Camp, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily from June…

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New Resource: How Does the ACA Benefit Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders?

ASIA has a new resource under the Health Reform section of our Health Care & Health Policy resource page!  How Does the Affordable Care Act Benefit Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders?…

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Webinar: How the ACA helps Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders

Register for the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum‘s webinar: “The Health Care Law and You: How does the ACA help Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders?”, set…

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Infographic: Breaking the Model Minority Myth

Check out this powerful infographic from the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus on breaking the Asian & Pacific Islander ‘model minority’ myth.

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McGregor Foundation awards $10,850 to ASIA's Senior Success Project

For immediate release May 3, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org McGregor Foundation awards $10,850 to ASIA’s Senior Success Project AKRON – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA,…

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FREE Legal Advice Clinics in Cleveland Area

The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland is hosting a series of FREE legal advice clinics in the Cleveland area over the next few weeks.  Please attend if you are in…

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New Resource: Avoid Scams Against Immigrants

New on our Citizenship and Immigration Resources page: Use these Federal Trade Commission (FTC) resources to spot and avoid scams against immigrants, and find the right kind of help.  Resources…

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Results of Major New Poll on Asian American Voters to be Announced in May

POLLSTER CELINDA LAKE TO HOLD NEWS CONFERENCE AND BRIEFING ON TUESDAY TO ANNOUNCE RESULTS OF MAJOR NEW POLL ON ASIAN AMERICAN VOTERS Kicking-off AAPI Heritage Month, Community Leaders to Urge…

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ASIA Seeks Community Health Promotions (CHP) Services AmeriCorps Member

ASIA is pleased to announce that it has received funding from Northeast Ohio Literacy Corps for a Community Health Promotions (CHP) Services AmeriCorps member. Serving as either a direct service…

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Call for Comments on USDA Language Assistance Plan

Calling all language access advocates!  The Asian Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) and the National Senior Citizens Law Center encourage you to provide comments to the United States Department…

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Apply by May 14! ASIA Seeks Housing Services AmeriCorps VISTA Member

There’s still time to apply for a Housing Services AmeriCorps VISTA position with ASIA by Monday, May 14, 2012!  Click here to check out responsibilities, eligibility, and stipend information for…

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ASIA Now a Partner of Ohio Proud

ASIA is pleased to announce that we are now a partner of Ohio Proud!  Created in 1993, Ohio Proud is the Ohio Department of Agriculture’s marketing program that identifies and…

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Join FICA for the 10th Annual Walk, Rock, and Run | Saturday May 5, 2012

A message from the Federation of Indian Community Associations of NE Ohio (FICA): Dear Friends and Leaders of Indian-American Community: “For a fourth consecutive year, FICA has pledged to donate…

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Seminar: Reshaping Cultural Competence | Friday May 18, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Can’t see the flyer? Click here. What: “Reshaping Cultural Competence” Professional Development Seminar for Healthcare Providers When: Friday, May 18, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Where: University Hospitals – Kulas…

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Foundations Commit $1 Million to Support Asian American Pacific Islanders

Foundations Commit $1 Million to Support Asian American Pacific Islanders The U.S. Department of Education has announced a $1 million commitment from the Ford, Kresge, and W.K. Kellogg foundations in…

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20 Years after 4.29 (Sa-I-Gu): From Civil Unrest to Civic Action

For Immediate Release April 13, 2012 Contacts: Morna Ha, NAKASEC, mha@nakasec.org | 202-299-9540 Dae Joong Yoon, KRC, djyoon@krcla.org | 323-937-3718 Sik Son, KRCC, sohnsik@chicagokrcc.org | 773-293-4050   20 Years after 4.29 (Sa-I-Gu): From Civil Unrest to Civic Action NAKASEC,…

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India International – April 2012 Issue

April Issue Highlights: Indian Americans Constitute 1% of US Population; 1 Million have Voting Rights Indian Americans Rising in US Politics Plus The Regular Features:  India Quiz, Community News, Humor, Riddles, Immigration and…

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New Resources: Department of Homeland Security Naturalization Database & Reports

ASIA has two new resources on its Citizenship & Immigration Resources page: Yearbook of Immigration Statistics – Access Department of Homeland Security data on persons who became American citizens by…

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Register Now for Ohio AAPI Legislative Day 2012!

The Governor’s Asian American Pacific Islander Advisory Council is excited to announce the 3rd annual Ohio Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Legislative Day, to take place on Tuesday, June…

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New Resources: You Have a Right to an Interpreter, Language Access Assessment Tool

ASIA has two new resources on its Health Care & Health Policy resource page: “You Have a Right to an Interpreter” – a multilingual poster which health care providers and…

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Apply by May 6: 2012 Dr. James K.C. Juan Community Fellowship

Asian Services In Action (ASIA) is now accepting applications for the 2012 Dr. James K.C. Juan Community Fellows Program.  This fellowship provides a three- to four- month summer stipend to…

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Deaconess Community Foundation grants $35k to ASIA’s Refugee Farm Program

For immediate release April 11, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org Deaconess Community Foundation grants $35k to ASIA’s Refugee Farm Program CLEVELAND – Asian Services In Action (ASIA)…

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American Chemical Society awards $1,875 to ASIA’s ICEP Program

For immediate release April 10, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org American Chemical Society awards $1,875 to ASIA’s ICEP Program AKRON – Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA,…

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2012 Ohio Mathematics Contest @ Wright State University

2012 Ohio Mathematics Contest for Grades 4 through 11 Saturday, April 21, 2012 Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio The annual Ohio Mathematics Contest will be held on Saturday, April 21,…

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A Thoughtful Response to Marion Barry's Post-Election Statements Against APA Businesses

A Thoughtful Response to Marion Barry’s Post-Election Statements Against APA Businesses FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, 7 April 2012 CONTACT: Tom Hayashi, Executive Director, 202 223 5500 | Thayashi@ocanational.org WASHINGTON, D.C. –…

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卡内基梅隆大学(CMU)中美创新创业峰会以及创业大赛

卡内基梅隆大学(CMU)中美创新创业峰会诚邀大家参加将于4月28日-29日举办的创业峰会以及创业大赛!有关峰会的进一步详细信息,请点击这里并登录峰会网站:  http://www.cmusummit.org Greetings from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU)!  It is our honor to formally invite you to attend the New Venture Competition at the CMU Summit on US-China Innovation and…

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Tomorrow: FREE Naturalization & Citizenship Legal Advice at ASIA

Spread the word to your communities!  Come to ASIA in Akron tomorrow, Tuesday, April 10 from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. for free legal advice about U.S. naturalization and citizenship.…

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Ohio Consumers for Health Coverage Advocacy Day

Ohio Consumers for Health Coverage (OCHC) will be conducting an Advocacy Day at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus on Wednesday, April 18, 2012.  Attendees will have the opportunity to voice…

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Register for Confucius Institutes Chinese Summer Camps!

Registration is now open for two University of Akron Confucius Institute Chinese Summer Camps! Confucius Institute Chinese Summer Camp (click for flyer) UA Lakewood Lakewood, OH July 16-20, 2012 For…

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ASIA Clothing, Food, & Goods Drive 2012

For immediate release April 4, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org ASIA holds food & clothing drive for Cleveland, Lakewood refugee families CLEVELAND – Asian Services In Action…

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ASIA to Provide Free, Confidential HIV Screening for National API HIV Awareness Day

For immediate release April 2, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org ASIA to Provide Free, Confidential HIV Screening for National API HIV Awareness Day CLEVELAND – Asian Services…

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ASIA Stress Management Workshop | April 28, 2012

Join Asian Services In Action’s Community Health Promotions program for a FREE Stress Management Workshop at Canal Way Metro Park (map), Sunday, April 28, 2012! Participants must register in advance…

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Susan G. Komen for the Cure funds ASIA’s breast cancer awareness project

For immediate release April 1, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org Susan G. Komen for the Cure funds ASIA’s breast cancer awareness project CLEVELAND – Asian Services In…

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White House Highlights Bernarda Wong as a Cesar Chavez “Champion of Change”

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of Communications FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 27, 2012 White House Highlights Bernarda Wong as a Cesar Chavez “Champion of Change” Recognition Part of Administration-Wide Effort to…

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New Jersey: Indonesian Deportation Crisis Update

From the Reformed Church of Highland Park in New Jersey: INDONESIAN CRISIS UPDATE To our shock and dismay, ICE has forcefully deported three of our Indonesian brothers even though they…

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长城教育中心的中文现场作文比赛4月2日即将截止报名

作文 比赛 最新 信息 长城 教育 中心 主办 的 中文 现场 作文 比赛 4月 2 日 即将 截止 报名 ,有意 参赛 的  请 尽快 报名 。比赛时间 、  规则 、 报名 表 等 , 请 点击 这里 。 1、将报名表及报名费寄至P.O.Box 391025, Solon, OH 44139 也可将报名表在以下时间送至长城教育中心 (6545 SOM Center Rd., Solon)   Weekdays:3-6pm; Saturday:10am-5pm; Sunday: 1:50-4:10pm (Room 106) 2、截止日期:2012年4月2日(以邮戳为凭)。三年级以下每组限30人,报满即停。 3、报名费(Non-refundable):长城教育中心现注册学生免费,非长城注册学生$10,支票抬头Great Wall Enrichment Center。 我们的比赛,不仅为了决出名次,选出优秀作文,更是希望通过比赛,给孩子们一个学习提高的机会。经命题组讨论,我们会在出题的同时,给出较多的提示,帮助选手发挥想象、拓展思路。 此外,在与几位家长沟通时,我们了解到,有些小朋友4月15日(星期日)比赛当天的上午、中午有其他活动,希望提前开始/结束比赛。有此种情况的,请在报名表上特别注明,我们会尽量安排提前比赛。

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Asian American & global business owners meet with Congressman Steven LaTourette

For immediate release March 29, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org Asian American & global business owners meet with Congressman Steven LaTourette Eleven members of Northeast Ohio’s Asian…

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ASIA's New Mission Statement and Strategic Plan

ASIA has a new mission statement and a formal plan of growth for the next two years!  The new mission statement below can also be found on our homepage, and…

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ASIA and U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services present information session on citizenship

For immediate release March 27, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org ASIA and U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services present information session on citizenship CLEVELAND – Asian Services In…

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Available in नेपाली (Nepali): U.S. Citizenship for Vulnerable Applicants

ASIA’s information sheet for vulnerable LPRs pursuing U.S. citizenship is now available in नेपाली (Nepali) on our Citizenship and Immigration Resources page! कम्जोर आवेदकहरूको लागि अमे ररकी नािररकता ।

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US Labor Department settles charges of racial discrimination with Iowa City, Iowa-based federal contractor NCS Pearson

मानक हिन्दी اردو News Release OFCCP News Release: [03/15/2012] Contact Name: Scott Allen or Rhonda Burke Phone Number: (312) 353-6976 Release Number: 12-0403-KAN US Labor Department settles charges of racial…

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New Resource: Medicare & Medicaid Information in Asian Languages

A link to multilingual Medicare/Medicaid information from the Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services (CMS) is now available on our Health Care and Policy Resource page.  Translated resources in Español…

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As ACA Turns 2, ASIA Thanks U.S. Rep. Betty Sutton for Supporting AAPI Health

For immediate release March 23, 2012 Press contact: Deborah Wang (330) 645-5805; dwang@asiaohio.org As ACA Turns 2, ASIA Thanks U.S. Rep. Betty Sutton for Supporting AAPI Health AKRON – For…

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