OCA Las Vegas Mentorship Program was awarded Program of the Year at the OCA National Convention in Philadelphia, PA. This award recognizes programs or projects that aim to improve or engage the community, in alignment with national priorities.
Updates
14th Annual Mentorship Program Graudation
We’ve wrapped up our 14th annual OCA Las Vegas Mentorship Program last month, celebrating the achievement of 20+ high school and college students as well as young professionals who engaged in workshops geared towards their leadership development and personal growth. During our graduation event, we also welcomed special guest Mari Takahashi who shared her AAPI… Continue reading 14th Annual Mentorship Program Graudation
ACP: Connecting Low-Income Households to Affordable Internet Services
In 2021, President Joe Biden signed the Infrastructure and Jobs Act that introduced the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which focuses on connecting families and households to affordable internet services to ensure families and households get the internet access they need for work, school, healthcare, and more. In collaboration with OCA National and in partnership with… Continue reading ACP: Connecting Low-Income Households to Affordable Internet Services
2024 OCA LV Mentorship Program Applications NOW OPEN
2024 MENTORSHIP PROGRAM THEMEA SEAT AT THE TABLE The 2024 OCA Las Vegas Mentorship Program encourages high school and college students, as well as young professionals, to engage in personal and professional development workshops, network with AAPI individuals who have carved out spaces for themselves in historically underrepresented industries, and learn how to mobilize change in their local… Continue reading 2024 OCA LV Mentorship Program Applications NOW OPEN
2023 Recap
We cannot thank our partners, sponsors, and members enough for your support this past year. In 2023, we hosted another successful Asian Night Market, grew our mentorship program cohort to 30 students, and even received Project of the Year at the OCA National Convention. We are proud to be able to continue fulfilling our mission… Continue reading 2023 Recap
ASIAN NIGHT MARKET Returns Oct. 14
Experience the vibrant tapestry of various cultures at our eagerly awaited Asian Night Market! Hosted by two non-profits in Las Vegas, the Asian Community Development Council and OCA Las Vegas, don’t miss delicious eats and fun merchandise from local AAPI small businesses, fun games, and exciting cultural performances to enjoy! 100% of net proceeds from ticket sales support… Continue reading ASIAN NIGHT MARKET Returns Oct. 14
OCA Las Vegas Chapter Wins Project of the Year
At the 50th anniversary of the OCA National convention in Washington D.C., OCA Las Vegas won Project of the Year for our work on Asian Night Market and the impact of the event to our Las Vegas community. About the AwardOCA Project of the Year award to the chapter who has created a single innovative… Continue reading OCA Las Vegas Chapter Wins Project of the Year
Virtual Town Hall – Mental Health
OCA Las Vegas members are invited to attend a Zoom webinar led by our partners at Caesars Entertainment to learn about mental health challenges within AAPI communities. The discussion will be co-moderated by Kristen Santero (OCA Las Vegas Director of Programming) and will feature Thu Nguyen (OCA National Executive Director) and Vida Lin (OCA Las Vegas Treasurer and Founder of the Asian… Continue reading Virtual Town Hall – Mental Health
City of Las Vegas Declares May 11 as “AAPI Day”
The City of Las Vegas has declared May 11 as “Asian American and Pacific Islander Day.” OCA Las Vegas was recognized by Councilwoman Francis Allen-Palenske as part of the proclamation, alongside our community partners at the Asian Community Development Council.
We Bridge Music Festival & Expo
The three-day expo will include a range of activities such as panel discussions, art displays and immersive installations, retail booths, and an Asian marketplace with various food and beverage vendors. We Bridge concert performers will also make appearances as they participate in Q&A sessions and hi-touches. The two-night concert at the Michelob Ultra Arena will… Continue reading We Bridge Music Festival & Expo