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January 2025 Impact Newsletter
CPC Shares Lunar New Year Traditions on News 12
On January 28th, News 12 interviewed Steve Mei, Director of CPC Brooklyn Community Services, about the significance of Lunar New Year and the Year of the Snake for the local community. He highlighted how this festive occasion serves as a time for reflection, renewal, and family bonding, while also bringing people together to honor traditions and welcome a fresh start in the new year.
CPC In The News
CBS New York Spotlights Nan Shan OAC for Lunar New Year Celebrations
On January 29th, CBS New York visited CPC Nan Shan Older Adult Center (OAC) to speak with community members about their celebration of the Year of the Snake. Community members shared that Lunar New Year is a time to reunite with loved ones, enjoy traditional food like noodles and dumplings, and wish each other good health and prosperity.
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.
CPC Advocates for Child Care at New York City Comptroller’s Save Child Care Rally
On January 23rd, Mary Cheng, Director of Childhood Development Services at CPC, and her team attended New York City Comptroller Brad Lander’s Save Child Care Rally at Grand Street Settlement. The rally was held in response to the City’s sudden closure of five child care centers, including our partners Grand Street Settlement and Nuestros Niños.
CPC's Job Training Program Equips Graduates for Success in the Labor Market
CPC Education Career Services team celebrated the graduation of 15 students from the Soft Skills & Job Placement Program. The program provides essential skills and personalized instruction in areas such as communication, problem-solving, and resume building. These skills empower students to build confidence in the workplace and prepare for job searches.
FAMILY SUPPORT
We make it easier for individuals and families to access personalized social resources because support is fundamental at every age.
Helen Chen Receives 2025 Hero Award for Her Work in Aging Services
On January 28th, Helen Chen, Director of the CPC Brooklyn Older Adult Center, received the 2025 Hero Award from LiveOn NY. She was recognized for her 14 years of dedication to improving the lives of older New Yorkers at CPC and her ongoing advocacy for older adults.
CPC Discusses Community Issues with Deputy Mayor Almanzar
On January 8th, Deputy Mayor for Strategic Initiatives Ana Almanzar met with CPC and several children and family organizations to share the Mayoral Administration's preparations for the new Presidential Administration. Wayne Ho, CPC’s President & CEO, emphasized the need for a strong partnership between City Hall and the need to use more inclusive language.
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 Holds 7th Annual State Advocacy Day in Albany
On January 22nd, CPC gathered in Albany for our 7th Annual State Advocacy Day. Over 400 CPC staff and community members called on New York State to make critical investments in support of Asian American Pacific Islander, immigrant, and low-income communities. Attendees participated in activities, including a rally, meetings with legislators, arts and crafts, and a Capitol tour. CPC also met virtually with nearly 50 state legislators the following day to continue advocating for public policy priorities.
CPC Welcomes Cynthia Zhu to its Board of Directors
CPC is excited to announce the election of Cynthia Zhu to its Board of Directors. As a principal in Deloitte Tax LLP, Cynthia brings extensive expertise in global workforce management, innovation, strategy consulting, analytics and corporate finance. In addition to her diverse expertise both locally and internationally, she shares CPC's commitment to empowering Asian American, immigrant, and low-income communities.
Upcoming Opportunities / Events
CPC Job Opportunities
The CPC team is looking for highly motivated individuals to join us in the following roles. Click here to view the job listings and discover more exciting career opportunities.
ABOUT CPC
The Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization that creates positive social change. Founded in 1965, CPC is the nation's largest Asian American social services organization and aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities of New York City. CPC is the trusted partner to individuals and families striving to achieve goals in their education, family, community, and career.
關於華策會
華人策劃協會（簡稱“華策會”）是一個致力於創造正向社會變革的社會服務機構。華策會成立於1965年，是美國最大的亞裔美國人社會服務機構，旨在促進紐約市華裔美國人、移民及低收入社區的社會權益和經濟賦權。華策會是為個人和家庭實現其教育、家庭、社區及職業目標而努力的可信賴機構。
ACERCA DE CPC
El Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) es una organización de servicios sociales que crea un cambio social positivo. Fundada en 1965, CPC es la mayor organización de servicios sociales asiático-americanos del país y su objetivo es promover la capacitación social y económica de las comunidades chino-americanas, inmigrantes y de bajos ingresos de la ciudad de Nueva York. CPC es el socio de confianza de personas y familias que se esfuerzan por alcanzar objetivos en su educación, familia, comunidad y carrera.
