Organization of Chinese Americans Asian Pacific American Advocates San Mateo
About Organization of Chinese Americans Asian Pacific American Advocates San Mateo
Established in 1987, the OCA San Mateo Chapter is one of the four chapters in the Bay Area and one of the seven chapters in California. OCA (Organization of Chinese Americans) is a national nonprofit nonpartisan, civil rights advocacy and educational organization dedicated to embracing the hopes and aspirations and advancing the social, political and economic well being of Americans of Chinese and Asian descent.
Founded in 1973, the Organization of Chinese Americans, Inc. (OCA) is a national non-profit 501(c)(3), non-partisan advocacy organization of concerned Chinese Americans. OCA is dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States.
OCA's primary objectives include:
- Promoting active participation of Asian Americans in both civic and national matters.
- Securing equal rights and equal opportunity.
- Eliminating prejudices and stereotypes and securing social justice.
- Providing education and training, including leadership development.
- Fostering positive images and enhancing the appreciation of Chinese and Asian American culture and heritage.
- Promoting economic opportunities.
As of early 2002, OCA has 46 chapters and 38 college affiliates, representing over 10,000 Asian Pacific Americans across the United States.
OCA's base in Washington, D.C. gives the national office an effective vantage point for monitoring legislation and policy issues affecting Chinese Americans and Asian Americans. In the D.C. metro area, OCA is able to build national support and to work in coalition with other national groups around issues affecting Asian Americans. In addition, OCA publishes IMAGEmagazine, which serves as a communications link between chapter members as well as an informative source on federal and legislative initiatives and policies relevant to the Chinese American and Asian American communities.
Locations
Primary Office Location
P.O. Box 218 San Mateo CA 94401
(650) 533-3065
