Organization of Chinese Americans Asian Pacific American Advocates

OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates operates from Washington, DC as a national membership-driven organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans. Through its extensive network of over 100 chapters, affiliates, and partners across the United States, OCA delivers comprehensive advocacy and support services that reach tens of thousands of individuals annually. The organization's Washington, DC headquarters provides a strategic vantage point for monitoring legislation and policy issues affecting Asian Pacific American communities, enabling effective advocacy at the national level. OCA's core service areas include civil rights protection, ensuring Asian Pacific Americans can fully participate in democracy and access critical resources without fear or discrimination. The organization develops emerging leaders through specialized programs including internships, youth initiatives, and scholarship opportunities designed to cultivate the next generation of civil rights advocates. Additionally, OCA builds public awareness through educational campaigns and partnerships that inform Asian Pacific American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities about policies directly affecting their lives. The organization's internship program, one of the nation's longest-running in the capital, has provided leadership development, professional development, and personal enrichment opportunities for over 35 years. OCA works in coalition with other national organizations to amplify impact and build broad-based support for issues affecting Asian Pacific Americans across the country.