Approximately 60 students and Oakland residents attended the Kids Day Event on June 13, 2009 featuring Olympic Medallist Kevin Tan. Tan spoke to the audience about his life experiences and how he reached the Olympics. After the presentation the audience was give a Q&A period. Some of the questions asked included some serious, "What are your plans for the future?" as well as some not so serious, "What brand shoes do you wear?" and "What famous people have you met?"
After the presentation Tan offered the audience time for photographs and autographs.
Other events during the day included the awarding of a $500 scholarship from OCA-EB by Superintendent of Schools Sheila Jordan to OASES student Charles Cheng. Alameda Supervisor Alice Lai-Bitker also presented Kevin Tan with a certificate.
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On Friday June 12, 2009, over 220 guests attended OCA-East Bay's 22nd Annual Banquet on "Developing Asian American Leadership - Past, Present, and Future". The honorees that night included Olympic Gymnast Kevin Tan and Former Deputy Executive Director Joe Wong.
A topic repeated throughout the night was the importance of mentors to developing future leaders. Francis Lan, past president of the Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce spoke of how Joe Wong helped mentor him as well as the current Executive Director of OASES, Nhi Chau. Joe Wong spoke of how OCA-East Bay founder Frank Kiang helped to mentor him and Kevin Tan talked about how he behaved as a leader as Captain of the Men's U.S. Gymnastics Team.
Other events that night included a performance by the Gay Asian Pacific Alliance Chorus Group.
Distinguished guests at the dinner:
Sandré Swanson - California Assemblymember
Patricia Kernighan and Jean Quan - Oakland City Council Members
Henry Chang Jr. - Former City of Oakland Council Member and Vice Mayor
Lena Tam - City of Alameda Council Member
Keith Carson - Alameda County Supervisor
Susan Muranishi - Alameda County Administrator
Monique Tsang - City of Oakland Equal Access Director
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Bring your kids to meet and talk with an Olympic athlete! 2008 Beijing Olympic medalist and U.S. Men's Gymnastics Team Captain Kevin Tan will be available for photos, questions, and more!
Saturday, June 13, 2009 1:00 PM
Lincoln Square
Recreation Center
250-10th Street
Oakland, CA 94607
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OCA is seeking for volunteers for the 2009 OCA National Convention!
Every year, OCA (Organization of Chinese Americans) convenes a National Asian Pacific American (APA) Convention where OCA members and supporters from across the nation come together to discuss the state of APA affairs. This year's theme is "Call To Action: Empowering Asian Pacific American Voices". Prominent APA elected officials, celebrities and public figures usually attend the Convention. In addition to the keynote speakers and workshops, there will be a Community Health Fair, Senior Day, College and Youth Days, and a Job Fair.
This year’s OCA National Convention is in San Francisco, CA
August 6-9th at the Westin St. Francis Hotel
Located at 335 Powell Street (between Post and Geary) across from Union Square.
OCA is looking for volunteers to help implement the Convention’s various workshops and events. This is a great opportunity to network within a national APA advocacy organization, and to contribute to the larger APA community. Volunteers will assist with: General convention and gala registration, setup for meal events, convention bag stuffing, transportation, pick ups/deliveries, exhibit/job fair area, escorting, crowd control, ushering, security, and floater duties for the four days. Volunteers are also welcome to sign up to help on a committee for tasks and logistics prior to the convention on-site.
We are preferably seeking volunteers at least college-aged.
For more information and/or to RSVP as a volunteer, please contact Michael Lok at michaeljlok@gmail.com.
When you RSVP, please Include:
* Name
* Contact Info: Phone, Email
* Organization (If you are representing an organization or group)
* Days and approximate times of availability for volunteering.
DEADLINE: Friday, June 5th, 6pm
There will be orientation meetings before the convention dates to get an overview on task assignments, logistics, and any pre-convention tasks that need to be completed: Dates/Times To Be Announced (TBA).
Other details about OCA and the Convention can be found at the OCA National website: www.ocanational.org
Thank you very much,
Michael Lok
Volunteer Coordinator,
2009 OCA National Convention
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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. Founded in 1973 as the Organization of Chinese Americans, OCA is engaged in organizing its 80-plus chapters and college affiliates across the nation to develop leadership opportunities and community involvement. OCA’s chapters and college affiliates are establishing strong local programs in all parts of the country.
To fulfill its mission, OCA has adopted 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
Visit the website for more information about OCA and the Convention: www.ocanational.org
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OCA-East Bay sponsored a table for the 2009 Annual Scholarship Fundraiser and Awards Dinner held by the Asian Employees Association at the Port of Oakland on May 1, 2009.
The night started off with a lion dance performance by the Asian Youth Services Committee a non-profit organization coached by Sifu Robert Lee. ayscliondance.com. Guest speakers included Victor Uno President of the Port Commissioners and Kim-Dung Nguyen a recipient of the AEA scholarship in 1999 and currently a teacher at Oakland Unified School District. Joe Wong, Deputy Executive Director of the Port of Oakland was presented with an award for his help in founding and guiding the Port AEA.
The main highlight of the night was the presentation of 17 exceptional high school students. The AEA awarded them with scholarships ranging from $1500-$3000. Stanley Kiang the VP of OCA-East Bay presented a $4000 award to our first Frank Kiang Scholarship recipient Ms. Fanny Hoang.
Mr. Kiang is a co-founder of OCA-East Bay and founder of Metropolitan Bank, a community bank based in Oakland. He passed away last year, following years of community service including leadership positions on the Board of Commissioners at the Port of Oakland and the Board of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center. A scholarship in his name will be awarded on an annual basis to young people who demonstrate strong leadership potential.
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