APA Advocacy Day
May 18, 2010

On Wednesday, May 18th, YWCA of Queens joined with nearly 200 members of the 12% and Growing Coalition on the steps of City Hall to advocate for Asian Pacific American (APA) rights, the restoration of key budget priorities that support the immigrant population and a fair share of the city's budget. Although the rain may have dampened our clothes, it certainly did not dampen our spirits.

The APA community makes up 12% of the New York City population (nearly one million), but it only receives 0.24% of the City's social service contacts. Together with one voice, the 12% and Growing members took a stand against the funding inequity and demanded a fairer budget that benefits a significant and growing population.

YWCA of Queens and Coalition members also met with key legislative council members to expand on the community's needs and how recent budget cuts have affected those most vulnerable.

YWCA of Queens staff and 12% and Growing Coalition members with Council Member Daniel Dromm

Upcoming Programs

Basic Chinese **NEW**
Sign up before it's too late! The children class starts this Thursday and the adult class starts Friday.

YWCA of Queens is proud to offer brand new classes for children (ages 6 to 11) and adults who would like to learn their Chinese skills from the basics. Participants will be taught Mandarin speaking, reading and writing fundamentals.

Dates: May 20th - June 18th
Time: For Adults: Fridays, 9:30-11:30am
For Kids: Thursdays, 4-6pm
Cost: Members: $50
Non-members: $80
*First class is free

For more information or to sign up, contact (718) 353-4553.

Summer Day Camp
Dates: July 1 - August 13
Time: M-F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Extended hours available until 6pm)
For: Children Ages 3 to 12
Includes: Weekly field trips; Enriched Academic Curriculum; Breakfast, Lunch and Snack
**Bus service starting at $175/month

Health Fair - Thursday, May 20

YWCA of Queens has partnered with the Korean American Association of Greater New York (KAAGNY) to offer community members, particularly those with no health insurance, free basic medical services on Thursday, May 20th from 6-8:30 p.m.

In light of Mother's Day, this health fair is aimed at raising awareness of breast cancer in women and the importance of getting screened. Exams will also be conducted for cholesterol and blood pressure levels, as well as assessing risks of developing anemia.

Medical professionals in fields ranging from Dentistry, Internal Medicine, Physical Therapy, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, Social Services and Psychotherapy will be on site to help out as needed.

To register, contact KAAGNY at 212-255-6969 or office@nykorean.org.

"Preparing for the Unexpected" Queens Community Preparedness Saturday, May 22

On Saturday, May 22nd, learn from the American Red Cross "Red Cross Ready" skills to help keep you and your family safe in an emergency.

Time: 10-11 a.m. / 3-4 p.m. in English
11-12 p.m. in Chinese
2-3 p.m. in Korean
Where: Lang Auditorium, New York Hospital Queens
To register, email outreach@nyredcross.org

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The Red Cross is also offering Disaster Reserve Volunteer Training from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. To register, go to www.nyredcross.org/queensprepare.
**Continental Breakfast & Lunch Will Be Provided