Chinatown youth groups, AACA and Boston Asian YES help for youth jobs with 1200 teens
Youth leaders from Dorchester, Roxbury, Jamaica Plain, Mission Hill, South End, and Chinatown the are part of the Youth Jobs Coalition led 1200 Youth at a Rally at Faneuil Hall and March to the State House for Youth Jobs.
Adult education program celebrates 20 years of success
The AACA’s Next Steps Transitional English Program celebrated its 20th anniversary on Jan. 17. Current and former students shared their experiences in America, while teachers congratulated them on their success.
How to combat winter blues
Seasonal affective disorder is a specific form of depression that only occurs during a certain time of the year. In rare cases, this can actually be the summertime, but for most people, it occurs in the winter months. Similar to regular depression, it tends to arise during the teenage years and early adulthood, especially for women.
AACA College Day Promotes College Education in Immigrant Communities
The Second Annual College Day organized by the Asian American Civic Association Youth Council on Sept. 30 hosted 38 colleges from around Massachusetts and attracted over 150 students and parents.
A sequel to a similar event last year, the College Day aimed at providing an opportunity for immigrant families to learn more about college admission process and financial aid application. The event also geared toward adult learners this year.
AACA presents “Boston’s Famous”
With all buzzes about the September issues, fall is definitely the season of fashion.
The Asian American Civic Association partnered with Neiman Marcus to host the “Boston’s Famous” Fashion Show on Oct. 10 at Neiman Marcus Boston. The event raised over $27,000 to help the agency continue its social services, workforce development and adult education programs.
AACA Youth Council Teaching Community Teens Valuable Skills
The Asian American Civic Association Youth Council kicked off its first-of-a-kind free tutoring service to children grades K-8 last month at the AACA headquarters.
