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December 2020 Impact Newsletter
89% of CPC Youth Accepted to SUNY University at Buffalo During Instant Decision Day
On December 10th, CPC hosted its 4th Annual University of Buffalo Instant Decision Day. Unlike previous year's, this event was held virtually with the University's counselors and 89% were admitted instantly. Students were provided an opportunity to speak with admission counselors one on one and were given additional guidance with their application.
EDUCATION
We provide high-quality learning opportunities for all ages—from Pre-K and after-school enrichment to adult English language classes—because education is lifelong.
Congratulations to Community Members Who Passed Their Naturalization Exams
While we acknowledge the history of naturalization exams as an institutional barrier for immigrants, CPC Brooklyn Community Services' Opportunity Center congratulates our community members who have passed their exams. Ms. Wu and Mr. Weng participated in our classes and were sworn in as U.S. citizens in late 2020.
CPC Family Child Care Network Celebrates Family Histories and Holidays
As a holiday family engagement activity, parents and children of CPC Family Child Care Network were encouraged to create a world of hand prints by tracing their hand on paper, drawing their countries’ flags on the palms, and writing down the cultural holidays they celebrate on the fingers.
FAMILY SUPPORT
We make it easier for individuals and families to access personalized social resources because support is fundamental at every age.
Books and Meals for CPC School-Age Child Care Center at PS 153
Students and families of CPC School Age Child Care Cesnter at PS 153 Homecrest in Brooklyn received 250 meals from Send Chinatown Love over the holidays. Ninety-six copies of "B is for Boxing" were donated by Boris Noble with the Salita. Thanks to our generous donors!
TJH International Corp Donates Thousands of Masks to CPC Community Members and Staff
Thank you to T.J.H. International Corp. for their generous donation of 210,000 KN95 masks to CPC community members and frontline staff to keep them protected.
CPC Brooklyn Community Services Brightens the Holidays
Despite not being able to see our community members in person due to the pandemic, the CPC Brooklyn Special Needs Program brightened the holidays for our most underserved members by delivering toys and gifts to their homes. CPC Brooklyn Community Services also held a virtual celebration for our senior members sponsored by Humana on December 23rd.
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
We empower New Yorkers to represent and to advocate for themselves and their communities because their leadership is essential for positive—and lasting—social change. We engage with individuals to plan and develop their career paths because professional success is critical for economic independence.
CPC Speaks at Test & Trace Roundtable About Resource Navigator Program
CPC's Suzan Lam spoke about the resource navigator program on December 16th at a NYC Test & Trace roundtable. Suzan has been working as a resource navigator, supporting those who have tested positive on how to quarantine safely.
CPC Statement on the Riots at the Capitol
In the wake of the riots at the U.S. Capitol, CPC is grateful that elected officials and their staff are safe and sends our best wishes to them and their families. The last four years of hateful and bigoted policies, as well as the blatant denial of Presidential election results for the last couple months, lead to this moment. Read the complete statement here.
CPC Quoted in City & State on Vaccine Equity
CPC President and CEO Wayne Ho was quoted in a City & State article about New York State's plan to distribute vaccinations to the public. Governor Cuomo's 20-member Vaccine Equity Task Force includes nonprofit executives and other community leaders.
Want to Get Involved? Join Our Leadership Council!
CPC Leadership Council is a group of business leaders and professionals who support CPC through strategic volunteer projects and fundraising efforts. If you are interested in joining our council, please contact Mabel Long, Director of Donor Engagement and Special Events, at mlong@cpc-nyc.org. Please click here to learn more about our existing members.
Save the Date: CPC's Lunar New Year Benefit
Join us on Thursday, March 18th! For more information, please visit www.cpc-nyc.org, or contact us at annualdinner@cpc-nyc.org or 212. 941. 0920 x141
Community Events
***CPC Community Centers are currently closed with programs and services operating on a modified schedule. Staff are reachable by email and phone. To receive the latest information about CPC programming, please sign up for our newsletter and/or continue to monitor our website at cpc-nyc.org/news/2517/cpc-update-covid-19.
Child Care Training Courses
First Aid/CPR Training
10-Hour Medication Administration Training
3-Hour Orientations on Becoming a Licensed Family Day Care Provider
To register for future Child Care Training Courses, please contact Mr. Kevin Tam, Training Coordinator, at 212-941-0030 ext.160 or email him at ktam@cpc-nyc.org; For Spanish, please contact Betsy Cheng at bcheng@cpc-nyc.org or at 212-941-0030 ext. 219.
Remote Free Immigration Legal Consultation Day
Chinese-American Planning Council Brooklyn Community Services in partnership with NYS Office for New Americans (ONA) will be hosting a Remote Immigration Legal Consultation Day on Thursday, January 14th, 2021! If you need help on immigration application or have immigration concerns, please call to make an appointment to speak with our ONA Legal Counsel! Consultations are free and available to everyone. Space is limited, please call to make your appointment!
To make an appointment*, please call to schedule in advance: CPC Brooklyn Community Services: (917) 528 - 3273.
Career Center
Many of our services are available via virtual/remote access. We will be providing one-on-one career counseling, resume reviewing, searching and applying for jobs, and more. To get started, simply fill out a short info form at https://tiny.cc/cpccareercenter. Staff from the Career Center will respond within two business days with the next steps. Communication will be mainly conducted through online services (i.e. Zoom) and email.
For any questions, you can contact us by phone at (212) 941-0041 Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM or email us at ecsinfo@cpc-nyc.org.
About CPC
The Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is the nation's largest Asian American social services organization. Founded in 1965, CPC aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities of New York City.
華人策劃協會(華策會)是全美國最大的亞裔美國人及太平洋島民社區服務機構.成立於1965年,華策會專門為紐約市的華裔美國人,移民,和低收入民眾提供金融權力和社區服務
