Please complete the Membership Application and forward it to: 

955 Benecia Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085

 

WHY JOIN OCA? Advocacy Be represented by the only national Chinese American civil rights organization, based in Washington D.C., which stands firmly behind the civil rights of all Asian Americans. Work with us to monitor government and political activities and ensure that the civil rights of all Chinese Americans and Asian Americans are not being compromised. Community Awareness Become an informed, active and responsible citizen of the Bay Area & Silicon Valley community. Provide the next generation with educational and professional support, including internships, scholarships, informational resources and career guidance. Image Enhancement Work to eliminate stereotypes in the media, in the policy arena and in American communities; help to build a more positive and accurate image of Chinese Americans and Asian Americans. Unify the Chinese Community Work with thousands of other OCA members and other Chinese & Asian American community leaders and members to overcome the forces that divide Chinese Americans & Asian Americans. Support OCA, the only national Chinese American organization based in the nation's capitol that provides a common forum for all Chinese Americans. Interface with Political Leaders Meet Asian Americans who have made significant contributions in paving the way for future generations. Join an organization with political influence to attract distinguished speakers such as Secretary of Health and Human Services, Donna Shalala and U.S. Attorney General, Janet Reno.  Local jurisdictions including the mayor of Cupertino, Northern CA Sheriff's Department, etc.    Community Outreach Reach out to other community groups such as local government, school board, community service groups, and other minority organizations to work toward common goals at the local, state and national level. Raise your visibility in your community; get your views and needs addressed.