“Embracing the Hopes and Aspirations of Asian Pacific Americans” MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 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. Founded in 1973 as the Organization of Chinese Americans, 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. OCA chapters and our organizational and college affiliates are establishing strong local programs in all parts of the country. OCA’s base in Washington, D.C. gives the national office an effective vantage point for monitoring legislation and policy issues affecting Asian Pacific Americans. In addition, OCA is able to build national support and to work in coalition with other national groups around issues affecting Asian Pacific Americans. OCA takes no collective position on the politics of any foreign country, but instead focuses on the welfare and civil rights of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States. Benefits of Membership By joining OCA – Greater Philadelphia today, you can make an impact on our community and receive benefits including the following:Get information on scholarship and internship opportunities for high school and college studentsParticipate in the democratic process: National Board meetings, the annual National Convention, leadership development programs, etc.E-mail notification of Asian Pacific American events and job opportunities in the Greater Philadelphia areaDelivery of the OCA national quarterly newsmagazine, IMAGE To join today, please download and complete the membership application (below) and mail the form, along with a check made payable to OCA-GP, c/o Law & Associates L.L.C., 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 1055, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Download Membership Application |
