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OCA is a national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. For more information about OCA-Greater Philadelphia, please contact us by clicking here. Not a member of OCA? Join us today!

Founded in 1973 as the Organization of Chinese Americans, OCA, a national organization with over 80 chapters and affiliates across the country, is dedicated to advancing the social, economic, and political well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States.

About OCA
Founded in 1973 as the Organization of Chinese Americans, OCA is a national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States.

To fulfill its mission, OCA has established the following goals:
-to advocate for social justice, equal opportunity and fair treatment;
-to promote civic participation, education, and leadership;
-to advance coalitions and community building;
-and to foster cultural heritage.

OCA aims to embrace the hopes and aspirations of nearly 13 million Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. OCA is engaged in organizing its over 80 chapters and affiliates across the nation to develop both leadership and community involvement.

About the OCA - Greater Philadelphia Chapter
The OCA - Greater Philadelphia (OCA-GP) chapter serves the five Pennsylvania counties of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia and the four New Jersey counties of Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Mercer. Our chapter is comprised of mostly students, professionals and their families. Our members come from a variety of backgrounds, ranging from non-profit organizations, self-employment to professionals who work in academia or local offices of corporations. Besides sponsoring or promoting cultural programs, our chapter also gives voice to community/social issues and focusing on employment issues. Join us today!

For further information on the OCA - GP chapter, feel free to check out the chapter's bylaws. You may download them here or contact board members here.