Join the next Action Council event!
Spring into Action Happy Hour 5/6/15, 6:30pm Dark Horse Tavern 17 Murray St, NY, NY We invite you to join us to mingle with friends new and old and learn more about CACF, Action Council, and our upcoming events. With happy hour specials and amazing raffle prizes, there's no better way to spend your Wednesday than with a drink with Action Council! -*All proceeds benefit the Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (www.cacf.org), the nation's only pan-Asian children's advocacy organization.
Coalition for Asian American Children & Families
Get involved: SUPPORT ADVOCACY FOR THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES!
The Action Council CACF’s Young Professionals Board Extending CACF’s mission into the New York City community and engaging young professionals who care
For more information or an application, please contact: Sarah Fajardo sfajardo@cacf.org or (212) 809‐4675 x 102
The Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF), the nation's only pan-Asian children's advocacy organization, aims to improve the health and wellbeing of Asian Pacific American children and families in New York City.
What does ACTION COUNCIL do?
Our goals are:
Through community building, educational events, and fundraising, the Action Council is instrumental to raising awareness among their peers and the community on issues affecting Asian Pacific American children and families.
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To generate funds and resources to support CACF’s work. To raise community awareness of CACF’s ongoing mission. To promote coalition building and collaboration with other organizations that work with issues relevant to CACF.
Why should I join the Action Council? • • • •
Build relationships and network with other young professionals , advocates, and Asian Pacific American community members. Gain important leadership and advocacy skills and knowledge. Deepen your understanding of the needs of the APA community. Have the opportunity to have your voice heard and be part of creating change.
The Action Council is a critical component of the CACF team “Action Council members carry CACF’s mission and messages into their networks and communities, and are critical friend-raisers and fundraisers. Through Action Council’s events, members raise awareness in New York City about the needs and barriers facing the pan-Asian communities for whom CACF advocates. The Action Council organizes a calendar of events yearly, and holds a training/planning retreat every fall to orient and welcome new members.” Sheelah Feinberg, CACF Executive Director.
What do we ask of our members?
We believe: •
In promoting awareness and understanding of the issues impacting children and families from Asian Pacific American communities in NYC.
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That we can contribute to the improvement of the well-being of Asian Pacific American children through active community participation.
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That engaging and involving various communities through social, cultural and educational events can have far-reaching effects on the Asian Pacific American community.
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Serve at least a one year term. As a member: • Attend monthly meetings • Participate in CACF and AC’s major annual fundraisers • Participate in at least one additional AC fundraiser and one educational event. • Help plan and execute one AC event during your term Donate/generate donations to CACF Participate in CACF-sponsored activities when possible. 1