Former President Trump's comparison of January 6th rioters to the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II is historically inaccurate, offensive, and diminishes the trauma suffered by the Japanese American community.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates mourns the loss of Cindy Tong, a dedicated member for nearly 40 years, who left a lasting impact on the organization.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates condemns H.R. 1398 for unfairly targeting Chinese and Asian Americans, and urges Congress to reconsider the legislation to protect civil liberties and promote unity.

OCA applauded Vice President Kamala Harris's historic nomination for the 2024 Presidential election as a milestone in U.S. political history, while not endorsing any candidate.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates condemned the violent attack at former President Trump’s Pennsylvania rally, urging unity, peaceful engagement in politics, and prioritizing violence prevention and individual safety.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates, in partnership with the UPS Foundation, proudly announces the 2024 recipients of the OCA-UPS Gold Mountain Scholarships, supporting first-generation AANHPI college students with financial aid to pursue higher education.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates honors the anniversary of Vincent Chin’s death, a catalyst for AAPI activism and a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle against anti-Asian racism and the need for continued vigilance and action.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates opposes the Biden Administration's executive order targeting asylum seekers and migrants at the Southern border, and urges for compassionate and secure approaches that uphold the fundamental right to seek asylum.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates marks the 35th anniversary of its Summer Internship Program, empowering a select group of college students with leadership and advocacy experiences in Washington, D.C.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates’ 2024 National Convention, in partnership with JACL and APIAVote, is set to celebrate AANHPI community achievements and encourage civic participation in Philadelphia.

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released updated standards for federal race and ethnicity data collection, which is a pivotal advancement in better serving and accurately representing the rich diversity within the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities.

The Lunar New Year and the AAPI cultural heritage are honored by the Year of the Dragon Stamp, the fifth in the third series of stamps that resulted from a long-term advocacy campaign.

The Magnuson Act 80th Anniversary is a commemoration of the law that repealed the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, which banned Chinese immigration and citizenship in the U.S.

Kevin Yi, a second-generation Korean American student, was awarded the S.Y. & S.F. Fung Public Service Scholarship, which recognizes the achievements of a graduate student who is pursuing a career in public service.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates condemns anti-Muslim, antisemitic, or other xenophobic sentiments that continue to fuel hate. 

As the new Chairman, Frank Washington will guide and support nearly 25 leading U.S. corporations in advancing the interests of the Asian American community.

By declaring the DACA program unlawful, Judge Hanen jeopardizes the lives and futures of hundreds of thousands of immigrants, including many AAPIs, and undermines the core American values of diversity, inclusion, and opportunity.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates mourns Jacksonville shooting victims and urges Congress to pass gun safety legislation.