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cacf advocates for a fair budget

On Tuesday, December 16, 2008, NYS Governor Paterson released his preliminary budget for the next fiscal year.  CACF drafted a response to the Governor's budget that highlights its impact on Asian Pacific American children and families.  CACF considers the budget proposal to be inadequate in protecting vulnerable communities, including Asian Pacific American children and families, during these tough economic times.  His proposal has the correct intention of addressing core services but does not help families get the resources to thrive in this environment.  The proposed cuts to core services - which aim to expand educational opportunities, increase access to health care, and keep children and families together - will have a direct and disproportionate impact on Asian Pacific Americans.  CACF urges the Governor to consider not only cuts to services but also revenue-generating options that are progressive, equitable, and fair.  CACF calls on the Governor to protect the most vulnerable New Yorkers during these challenging economic times.

Click here to view CACF's Press Statement about the Governor's Budget

are you a new york city public school student? Cacf needs your help!

If you are a student at a New York City public school, CACF needs your help, and it will only take 5 minutes!

Have you ever witnessed, been a victim of, or been involved in harassment or bullying in your school?

We need your help in ensuring that NYC schools are safe and welcoming for everyone!

Please take 5 minutes to fill out a survey about harrasment and bullying in NYC schools.

Completion of the survey automatically enters you into a raffle to win a $100 gift card to the store of your choice!

Click here to take the survey.

Click here for more information about harasment and bullying.

CACF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RECEIVES FAMILY HEALTH PROJECT AWARD

On December 2, 2008, Wayne Ho, CACF executive director, received the Making a Difference Award from the Family Health Project.  Founded in 1989 by Suki Terada Ports, the Family Health Project has been a tireless advocacy organization addressing the critical need for HIV/AIDS prevention education, support, and referral services, particularly for low-income women of color.  Along with Barbara Turk and Jean Grant, Wayne was honored for his commitment to improving the health of New Yorkers.  Presenters included the Honorable David Dinkins, former Mayor of New York City, and Paul Huang, president of the CJ Huang Foundation.  The event was held at the home of Council Member Gale A. Brewer and Cal Snyder.

budget advocacy: cacf joins "one new york" to fight for fairness and advocate for the protection of our community in these times of economic difficulty

At this time of economic difficulty, it is essential that government recognizes that the neediest among us will feel the pain of economic downturn the most sharply. In response to the City and State budget cuts which will ultimately impact our community, over 200 non-profit groups and service providers have united to form "One New York" to fight for fairness. As a member of "One New York" CACF advocates for the protection of our community by ensuring that the government prioritizes and protects New York City programs and services such as: AIDS services, child care, child welfare, education, health care, higher education, homeless housing, housing, immigrant services, income support, legal services, people with disabilities, senior services, youth services and other vital areas.  

Click here for the Epoch Times article, "Gov. Paterson Announces More NY Budget Cuts".

Click here for the Korea Daily News article, "New York City Immigrants Protest Budget Cuts".

10th annual caring for children awards gala

Thank you for your continued support and for helping us make the 10th Annual Caring for Children Awards Gala a success!

At the 10th Annual Caring for Children Awards Gala, CACF celebrated 5 years of empowering youth to become advocates through the Asian American Student Advocacy Project (ASAP), and honored distinguished Asian American leaders:

Saru Jayaraman

Julian Liau

Tara Tran Nguyen

upcoming events

Get involved: join cacf at city hall to rally against budget cuts

Join advocates, youth, parents, seniors, and other concerned community members for a rally against budget cuts.

Click here for more information.

Watch CACF on tv!

Sunday, January 4, 2009

7:30 PM- 8:00 PM

Asian America TV

NYC-TV (Channel 25 in NYC and Tri State Area)

Join CACF as "Asian America" kicks off 2009 by airing Project CHARGE. Project Charge (Coalition for Health Access to Reach Greater Equity) is a campaign to promote health access for the diverse Asian Pacific American population of New York City. Project CHARGE leaders, who represent different organizations including CACF, will discuss health disparities in our commuity and activities to reduce these disparities.

Click here to view the Asian America TV web site.

COMING SOON!

ASAP Reunion

Watch out for more details.