Webinars
The latest resources and presentations from OCA National Center staff.
OCA National Conversation Webinar Series
Happening monthly!
To kick off our 50th Anniversary Celebration year, OCA will be hosting monthly virtual conversations discussing various topics affecting AAPI advocacy and its intersectionality in all sorts of fields. This series will lead up to an OCA Town Hall scheduled for Saturday, July 15 in DC at the OCA National Convention.
Check out the first conversation webinar above and more here.
The OCA Games: 2021 Giving Tuesday Fundraiser
November 30, 2021
We hosted a live fundraiser as part of Giving Tuesday, in support of our youth programs. Inspired by the Netflix series Squid Game, our contestants participated in three challenges: a spicy ramen challenge, dalgona challenge, and OCA National staff trivia.
You can also view this video on Facebook here.
Linking Mission/Vision to Fundraising
November 15, 2021
In this webinar, we discuss ways to bring passion, vision, and mission into fundraising. This panel features Rhea Wong (RWC), Janet Alikpala (National Ace), Laura Cansicio (CORE), Janet Hamada (National MS), and is moderated by Lily Chang (Strategic Corporate Alliance).
Healthcare Disparities in AAPI Women
October 25, 2021
In this baking IG live, Senior Program Associate goes through instructions on how to bake strawberry cupcakes while discussing the existing healthcare disparities in AAPI Women. View the video here.
PI Leaders Speak: Culture, Inspiration, and Community
October 25, 2021
Come and join our discussion with our panel of PI leaders as they share their journeys, experiences, and advice on how to uplift the PI community. This panel features Melsihna Folau, Finausina Teisa Tovo, Manufou Liaiga Anoa'i, and Sina Uipi
A Virtual Conversation with Katie Chin
September 27, 2021
We are celebrating, “Katie Chin’s Global Family Cookbook: Internationally Inspired Recipes Your Friends and Family will Love!” by learning about Katie's upbringing, history, and favorite recipe!
The Dotbusters: AAPI Hate Crimes in History: They’re Not New
September 10, 2021
From the 1970s-90s, the Indian and South Asian community in Jersey City lived in fear of safety from the outwardly racist hate group, the Dotbusters. Learn about this unheard-of moment in history and hear from members of the South Asian community on their experiences on these unfair sentiments.
Mental Fitness Workshop
August 21, 2021
During this workshop led by Amy Yip, we learn how to unpack the three core muscles at the root of mental fitness. By building mental fitness, you'll be able to develop mastery over your own mind and ultimately reach your full potential for both happiness and success.
The Stigma of Sex
August 6, 2021
We are excited to engage with Brown Sugar: The Podcast in a conversation about the movie “Plan B” and discuss the taboo of sex in Asian American upbringings. Listen to our conversation with podcast co-hosts Pranjal Jain and Malavika Kannan.
Roundtable Discussion with our NHPI Leaders
August 4, 2021
Join us for this roundtable with a focus on Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Identity, Community and Solutions, featuring Sheri Daniels, Pauline M. Sato, Kuʻuleinani Maunupau, Keali`i Lopez, and Susi Felch-Malohifo’ou, and sponsored by AARP!
Culture Colonized: AAPI Hate Crimes in History: They’re Not New
July 2, 2021
The second of our four-part series, this AAPI History Webinar will be focusing on the wrongful and illegal annexation of Hawai'i as a state in 1898. We will be discussing the disrespect for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander culture through colonization, imperialism, and militarization that continues today. Join us to discover more of the NHPI narrative that's been removed for far too long.
Preserving our Heritage and Building Legacy
June 28, 2021
Join us for a conversation sponsored by AARP, CAPAW, and OCA on ways to build legacy and tell our stories. This event was facilitated by Michael Kantor, Executive Producer and other speakers include:
Ms. Daphne Kwok, Vice President, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, AAPI Audience Strategy at AARP, APAWLI Fellow
Ms. Patrice Tanaka, Chief Joy Officer, @Joyful Planet, LLC, Co-Founder of APAWLI
Ms. Romana Lee-Akiyama, Deputy Director, Office of Immigrant Affairs, City of Philadelphia, APAWLI Fellow
Ms. Mary Hsieh, Managing Director of Medicare and Duals, Health Management Associates (Moderator) Ms. Pamela Tom, Director/Producer/Writer, New Moon Pictures, LLC
The Realities of Succeeding in the Entertainment Industry: What it Takes to be Seen & Heard
May 17, 2021, 2021
As part of #APAHM, join us as we present a rich panel of successful AAPI women executives in the entertainment industry who will share and discuss stories from their personal journeys.
OCA Public Town Hall
April 22, 2021
Join OCA National and hear what we are doing to tackle anti-Asian violence, discuss the importance of solidarity between the black and Asian American communities, and share the different ways individuals can get involved to stop AAPI Hate.
Fighting COVID-19 & Racism: Impacts on the Asian Community
April 15, 2021
Join OCA Las Vegas for an important and timely virtual discussion with experts and community leaders who will talk about COVID-19’s impact on the Asian community and what more can be done to protect them. The event will feature the following speakers:
Maggie Hsu, Co-founder, Gold House and Mochi Magazine
Mike Keo, Founder, #IAMNOTAVIRUS
Kat Moon, Journalist, TIME
Thu Nguyen, Director, OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates
This event is being held partnership with the Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition and UNLV School of Public Health as part of the #OneCommunity #OneResponse campaign.
Equity, Access, and the Digital Divide
April 13, 2021
We’ll get the latest information from representatives of the Biden Administration and the Federal Communications Commission about critical initiatives to expand broadband access, and we’ll explore tangible solutions to challenges ranging from language barriers to the skills and knowledge necessary for individuals to get online safely and effectively.
Vincent Chin: AAPI Hate Crimes in History: They’re Not New
April 9, 2021
The first in our four-part series of webinars centered around AAPI History this year! We break down and discuss the tragic 1982 hate crime against Chinese-American Vincent Chin with guest speaker Roland Hwang, attorney and Association of Chinese Americans, Inc. President at the time of the case.
‘The Never List’ Panel Discussion
March 16, 2021
A discussion on the new feature film The Never List, featuring:
Jan Yanehiro, Moderator
Michelle Mower, Director
Fivel Stewart as Eva Jeffries
Andrew Kai as Joey
Keiko Agena as Jennifer Jeffries
Mari Naomi as herself
Ariadne Shaffer, Writer and co-producer
Donna Cole, Founder & CEO of Cole Chemical, Supporter, CAPAW Board Member
National Rally for Angelo Quinto and Christian Hall
March 12, 2021
In December of 2020, the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community suffered two losses. Angelo Quinto (age 30) of Antioch, California, and Christian Hall (age 19) of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, both of whom suffered from mental health issues, were killed in times of crises when police officers responded for assistance. This National Virtual Rally will bring together AAPIs from across the country to honor the lives of Angelo and Christian, and to call for justice and an end to police violence.
Speakers include Congresswoman Grace Meng, OCA National and chapter leadership, representatives from both Angelo Quinto and Christian Halls’ families, the Justice for Angelo Quinto Coalition, and the Asian Pacific Islander Political Alliance.
A Conversation with Asian American Restaurateurs
January 14, 2021
Join OCA Greater Chicago for a conversation with top Asian American female restaurateurs from Chicago on being female in a male-dominated industry and how COVID-19 has changed how they operate their businesses.
Our panelists include:
Mary Nguyen Aregoni (Saigon Sisters)
Beverly Kim (Parachute and Wherewithall)
Rohini Dey (Vermilion)
Geri Guidote (Savory Crust)
Moderated by Monica Eng (WBEZ)
This is an ongoing conversation of OCA’s AAPI Womxn's Initiative, which began as part of OCA’s effort to be more aware and inclusive of issues and challenges that AAPI womxn face. We make space to bring together AAPI womxn from various backgrounds and sectors to discuss how they can uplift and support each other, as well as their collective civic power. We hope to create a framework in order to train and develop AAPI womxn leaders throughout the country and develop a strong social network for our self-empowerment.
Real Estate & Housing Market Panel
January 27, 2021
Join DMG, AREAA, CAPAW, OCA, and National Ace for a discussion on what is going on in the housing market in the midst of the pandemic. We will be sharing a national, regional, and city perspective, go through the different facrots influencing the housing market, and home-buying strategies.
CAPAW & OCA: Starting, Building and Maintaining Your Business in a Virtual World
December 2, 2020
National ACE has partnered with CAPAW and OCA National to bring together a panel of business entrepreneurs. Join us in this discussion to discover innovative ways to grow and maintain your business during a pandemic. Learn from how our panelists manage and practice telework, while maintaining a sense of community and innovating new methods for engagement every step of the way.
AAPI Women Speaker Series #4: Kitchen Chatter with Chef Dorian
October 28, 2020
Come join CAPAW, OCA, and Chef Dorian for conversations about the comforts of food and to learn more about the chef's journey!
Chicago B3: Build, Breakthrough, and Believe
October 8, 2020
This B3 session is for college students studying psychology and recent graduates entering the field of psychology and mental health.
Amelia Gavina, Manager of Recruitment, Illinois Department of Human Services, will join us at the beginning to give a brief overview of career opportunities for students of psychology.
Our speaker will be Dr. Rahul Sharma, who is a consultant, psychologist, musician, & speaker with expertise in diversity, social justice, multiculturalism, emotional intelligence, leadership, individual/community health, violence against women prevention, music, and wellness.
We look forward to a productive conversation on working within the psychology field, the different areas available to psychology graduates, and what the expectations and challenges are for working in psychology and mental health.
Together We Lead: Building Your Career and Workplace Community
October 1, 2020
Join us to hear what these wonderful women are doing to build community in their remote workplaces and how they've built their careers!
Together We Lead: Corporate ERG Response to COVID-19 And Racial Social Unrest
September 30, 2020
The Case for Prop 16
September 26, 2020
A panel moderated by Kristina Wong and hosted by the OCA California chapters. They will be discussing Prop 16 and its implications on APAs as well as other members of the California community.
JACL/OCA Leadership Summit: AAPI Issue Briefing
September 25, 2020
Join us to hear what issues are impacting our AAPI community with Asian Americans Advancing Justice - AAJC and Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations and National Council of Asian Pacific Americans - NCAPA. Thank you to State Farm for making this program possible!
State of Civil Rights Issue Briefing
September 24, 2020
For the first time ever, our JACL/OCA Leadership Summit issue briefings are open to the public. Join us to hear from Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, NAACP, Muslim Advocates, and other partner organizations on issues impacting other minority and immigrant communities!
CAPAW x OCA: The Job Search and the Recruiter
August 25, 2020
Success in Advocacy: A Virtual Panel Discussion
July 24, 2020
This virtual panel discussion features Asian American advocates who have been involved in successful advocacy campaigns on the local and national level. Hear these panelists speak about their personal experiences in advocacy, the struggles they’ve faced, and what strategies they took to succeed.
Featured Speakers:
• Maddie Schumacher [Moderator]: Senior Policy & Advocacy Associate at OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates
• Montha Chum [Panelist]: Co-founder and Director of Release MN8
• Cindy Dinh [Panelist]: Litigation Associate at Mayer Brown LLP
• Rita Pin Ahrens [Panelist]: Executive Director at OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates