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SUMMARY:Holiday Celebration at SACSS
DESCRIPTION:SACSS will bring Holiday Cheer and Gifts to Children in the Flushing Community! The families — all SACSS client’s children are invited to stop by the community center to pose for pictures with Santa\, pick up gifts\, and enjoy the festivities.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/holiday-celebration-at-sacss/
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SUMMARY:Community Health Workshop with Assembly Member Nily Rozic
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, Oct. 10th\, Assembly Member Nily Rozic will host a Community Health Advocates Workshop with the Community Service Society of NY (CSS) and SACSS. Join us for an informative session about important health resources and services.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/community-health-workshop-with-assembly-member-nily-rozic/
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SUMMARY:SACSS Workforce Development Program Celebrates Second Cohort of Graduates
DESCRIPTION:143-02 45th Ave. Flushing\, NY. \nWe are excited to announce the upcoming graduation ceremony for students in our sewing\, English\, and computer classes in SACSS’ Workforce Development program! Join us as we recognize their achievements and look forward to their future success in the workforce. \n \nThis will be the second cohort of graduates this year from the SACSS Workforce Development program\, which has been instrumental in preparing community members for success in various fields. \n \nSACSS’s English class has equipped students with strong communication skills\, enabling them to excel in interviews and presentations. Our women’s empowerment initiative\, Stitch with SACSS\, has provided valuable hands-on experience nurturing creativity and entrepreneurship. Meanwhile\, the computer class has empowered students with essential literacy and technical skills\, enhancing their competitiveness in today’s job market.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-workforce-development-program-celebrates-second-cohort-of-graduates/
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SUMMARY:‘BRUCE’ a Private Film screening at SACSS Center
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday May 15\, 2024\, 3:00 PM\n143-02 45th Ave\, Flushing\, Queens. \n“Bruce\,” directed by Kadi Tsang & Katusha Jin and produced by William Kwok & Martial Arts Education Society\, explores themes of immigrant identity\, family\, and the profound influence of the legendary Bruce Lee’s philosophy\, particularly resonating with immigrant experiences. \n \n“Bruce” tells the story of a family that immigrated from Hong Kong to the United States and established a business. A couple of years later\, the father\, Bruce\, succumbs to cancer and leaves behind his wife and young daughter. The mother struggled through financial hardships and psychological challenges. The film focuses on her interactions with her daughter as she rediscovers the meaning of life. \n \nPost-screening\, a pivotal Q&A session will feature the insights of Executive Producer William Kwok\, in conversation with Satish Kolluri\, the Associate Professor of Communications & Media Studies at Pace University and American Film Director Kaveri Kaul. \n \nLight refreshments will be served!\nRSVP: sacss@sacssny.org \n  \nRSVP\n 
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/bruce-a-private-film-screening-at-sacss-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240313T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240313T110000
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SUMMARY:Bolstering the Front Line: Grass Roots Organizations’ role in Women’s Economic Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Panel discussion presented by All India Women’s Conference (AIWC)\, the NGO Committee on Human Rights\, NY\, the International Federation of Settlements and Neighborhood Centers (IFS) and South Asian Council for Social Services (SACSS).  \nWomen worldwide are the poorest of the poor. They are less likely to participate in the paid labor market\, more likely to be unemployed and are paid significantly less than men. All these challenges have led to a feminization of poverty that can only be tackled by strengthening social protection systems and infrastructure at the grass roots level. Grass roots women’s organizations have long been at the forefront of empowering women economically during ordinary times as well as during times of war and in the recent global pandemic. Literacy and vocational training in different fields\, computer training\, higher studies\, socioeconomic projects\, legal literacy\, and financial literacy all work in conjunction to eliminate poverty and nurture women’s leadership. This webinar will explore best practices and programs at the grass roots level and recommend solutions for realizing the economic empowerment of women. \nWednesday\, March 13th\, 2024\n8:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time (New York)\nPROGRAM\nWelcome – Kalyani Raj – President\, AIWC \nGreetings – Dr. Roberta Nassar – Chair\, NGO Committee on Human Rights\, NY and Representative to the UN(IFS)\nGreetings – Sudha Acharya – Executive Director\, SACSS\, Principal Representative to the UN(AIWC) \nModerator – Dr. Manju Kak – Secretary General\, AIWC \nIntroduction of Speakers – Shevata Rai Talwar – Joint Secretary\, AIWC  \n \nSPEAKERS \nDr. Medha Puran Samant – Chairperson & Managing Director\, Annapurna Pariwar\nEla Gandhi – Chairperson\, Phoenix Settlement Trust\, and Gandhi Development Trust\nKuljit Kaur – Member in Charge AIWC – Presentation on AIWC Activities\nJunias M Kanyinda – Communications Officer\, IFS\nMary Archana Fernandez – Director\, Family Support Services\, SACSS  \nNidhi Ashok Goyal – Founder and Executive Director\, Rising Flame \n \nSUMMATION\nNavina Sitaram – Representative to the UN\, AIWC \nAUDIENCE QUESTIONS \nDr. Manju Kak – Secretary General\, AIWC \nVOTE OF THANKS \nDr. Upasana Singh – Treasurer\, AIWC.\n \n  \nClick here to register\n  \n\n \n 
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/bolstering-the-front-line-grass-roots-organizations-role-in-womens-economic-empowerment/
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SUMMARY:NY-Presbyterian Queens Hospital leads presentation on cardiovascular health and stroke to SACSS seniors
DESCRIPTION:February is Heart Health Month\, and at SACSS\, we had Dr. Simradeep Shina from NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital speak on this critical topic about cardiovascular health and stroke to our attentive seniors. \nDr. Shina’s presentation on cardiovascular health and stroke\, provided educational information on how to prevent and control high blood pressure\, such as limiting salt (sodium) intake\, drinking more water and avoiding sugary drinks\, getting exercise\, and eating a healthy\, balanced diet with lots of vegetables and fruit. She also explained the warning signs of an ischemic stroke\, which occurs when a blood clot blocks or plugs an artery leading to the brain. \n \nDuring the Q&A segment\, community members were engaged in a conversation with Dr. Shina about how to manage high blood pressure\, and what changes they can make in their diet. \nAccording to Dr. Shina\, heart disease is the number one leading cause of deaths in the United States. \n \n“It’s prevalent in people who are 65 years and older\, and it’s more prevalent in people of color such as Blacks and Latinos who are very predisposed\,” Dr. Shina said. “In our South Asian community\, we see a lot of people with heart disease as well\, and we have done some education for Chinese communities and now Indian communities.” \nThank you to NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital and Dr. Shina for helping our communities better understand and recognize the importance of living a healthy lifestyle that can reverse the effects of illness\, and promote positive outcomes in our physical and mental health.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/ny-presbyterian-queens-hospital-leads-presentation-on-cardiovascular-health-and-stroke-to-sacss-seniors/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240110T110000
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SUMMARY:SACSS celebrates graduates in women’s tailoring program
DESCRIPTION:South Asian Council for Social Services (SACSS) celebrated the second graduating class of Stitch with SACSS on Wednesday\, Jan. 10. \nState Assembly Member Nily Rozic attended the ceremony to present certificates to nine women in recognition of their achievement for completing the four-day\, 10-week tailoring program that teaches South Asian immigrant women the skill of sewing while gaining financial independence. \n \n(From l. to r.) Padmavathi Kommera\, Amina Ahmed\, SACSS Executive Director Sudha Acharya\, M. Sita Rama Lakshmi\, Nitaben Suthar\, State Assembly Member Nily Rozic\, Manjuben Darji\, Meenakshi Jhaveri\, Rema Venu\, Amina Rasheed\, Khemwantie Boadnarine and Akhi Akter  \nIn support of starting their small business\, SACSS gifted each student a sewing machine. \nIn her remarks\, Rozic congratulated the women saying\, “Ten weeks is a long time and a big commitment\, and I’m very proud of you. Mothers\, sisters\, daughters\, we know we can do anything and there’s a whole social media world out there ready to buy your clothing.” \n \nThe Assemblywoman also presented SACSS with a $50\,000 check that will support SACSS’ Food pantry and its Job Readiness Program. \n“Our heartfelt gratitude to Assembly Member Nily Rozic for the $50\,000 grant that will be used to serve the critical needs of 250 families (1\,000 individuals) who depend on SACSS’ Food Pantry for their next meal\,” said SACSS Executive Director Sudha Acharya. “This grant will also support 25 students in our Job Readiness Program\, and will go a long way in ensuring the economic empowerment of the South Asian immigrant community.” \n \nState Assembly Member Nily Rozic (r.) presents a $50\,000 check to SACSS Executive Director Sudha Acharya \nAmina Ahmed\, who is a mother of an 8-month-old daughter\, thanked SACSS for their support. \n“I didn’t know how to use the sewing machine\, and now I’m feeling very confident because we learned everything – from how to sew a kurti\, pants\, a blouse and a lehenga\,” said Ahmed. “I think every girl should be financially independent and I thank SACSS for giving me this opportunity to start my own business and earn an income.” \nM. Sita Rama Lakshmi said she is “feeling good and confident to sew and will continue to practice and open a business.” \nKhemwantie Boadnarine echoed her peers’ sentiments saying\, “I’m happy and glad that I learned how to sew\, and now I can help others. I thank SACSS for giving us this opportunity.” \n \nState Assembly Member Nily Rozic speaks to the graduates at the Stitch with SACSS graduation ceremony \nThe SACSS Women’s Economic Independence Program\, Stitch with SACSS\, was launched in July of 2023. In the program\, women learn sewing\, pattern making\, fabric cutting\, garment construction\, and alterations. The program is coordinated by Rema Venu and is taught by Manjulaben Darji. \n“I feel proud of myself for teaching my students how to stitch the clothes. My students are happy\, and I am happy because they learned the business of working from home\,” Darji said. \nThe next Stitch with SACSS class begins on Monday\, January 22.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-celebrates-graduates-in-womens-tailoring-program/
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SUMMARY:SACSS Brings Holiday Cheer and Gifts to Children in the Flushing Community
DESCRIPTION:Over 100 children received a gift from Santa Claus at SACSS’ Holiday Party held at its community center on Thursday\, December 21. \nThe families — all SACSS clients — were invited to stop by the community center to pose for pictures with Santa\, pick up their gifts\, and enjoy food. The event also included drinks and sweet treats such as cookies and chocolates. \nEvery year\, we look forward to hosting our holiday celebration that brightens the lives of parents and children. We wish everyone a happy holiday season!
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-brings-holiday-cheer-and-gifts-to-children-in-the-flushing-community/
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SUMMARY:Stitch With SACSS Participants Engage In Business Information Session
DESCRIPTION:To equip them with the fundamental tools and knowledge to launch their small business\, our ‘Stitch with SACSS’ participants engaged in an informative session on Wednesday\, November 15\, with an official from the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) to learn about its programs and services to help small businesses. \nBhavna Punjwani\, director of the Business Service Department at QEDC\, led a half-hour presentation followed by a Q&A segment on QEDC’s entrepreneurship programs\, such as the Queens Women’s Business Center\, the Queens Tech Innovation Challenge\, and the Made in Queens initiative. Questions were asked about how to obtain a small business loan\, selling products\, licensing assistance\, and more. \nThe Queens Economic Development Corporation’s mission is to create and retain jobs through programming that grows neighborhoods\, assists small businesses\, and promotes tourism and business development. The organization assists low- and moderate-income populations\, women\, immigrants\, and migrants. \nWhile our participants continue to hone their sewing skills in our ‘Stitch with SACSS’ program which aims to empower immigrant women\, including those from South Asian and AAPI communities\, we are also providing them with business development support. \nThe QEDC information session received a positive response from our participants\, who each made sure to take a pamphlet to learn more about the opportunities available to them. We see future entrepreneurs in the making!
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/stitch-with-sacss-participants-engage-in-business-information-session/
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SUMMARY:Be Seated for SACSS
DESCRIPTION:This year\, our unique fundraiser ‘Be Seated for SACSS’ was a successful event thanks to our supporters and friends who came together at Dhamaka in Lower Manhattan in celebration of World Food Day to enjoy a delicious South Asian dinner while supporting the incredible work of SACSS. \nWe extend our love and gratitude to everyone who came out to support the incredible work SACSS is doing to continue meeting the needs of our growing\, diverse community in Flushing and beyond. Our immense gratitude to our SACSS Ambassadors Roni Mazumdar\, Chintan Pandya\, Vijay Kumar and Barkha Cardoz for all that they do. \nAnd special thanks to Grammy-Award Nominated Global Artist Chandrika Tandon and Magician and Mentalist Nitin Ramlall.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/be-seated-for-sacss/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230927T110000
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SUMMARY:Stitch With SACSS Graduation Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:It was a wonderful day on Wednesday\, September 9th as SACSS hosted its first graduation ceremony for 10 participants in the ‘Stitch With SACSS’ Program that teaches immigrant women the skill of sewing while gaining financial independence.  \nSACSS Executive Director Sudha Acharya was joined by City Councilmember Sandra Ung and Congresswoman Grace Meng’s Community Liaison Kyle Salcido to present certificates to each woman in recognition of their accomplishment. Upon completion of the program\, SACSS gifted each student a sewing machine in support of starting their own home-based sewing business.  \nThe students’ colorful garments – shirts\, blouses\, pants\, handbags\, aprons and baby clothes – were displayed in the SACSS Senior Center\, where everyone gathered for the ceremony.  \nIn her remarks\, Ung congratulated the class and thanked SACSS for establishing a program that gives women economic empowerment and the confidence to start their own small business.  \n“Meeting all of you and seeing how you’re going to open your own business\, I am really inspired by that\, and I want to wish everyone the best of luck\,” Ung said.  \nStudents Parvin Akter and Nagina Rehimi thanked SACSS for supporting them.    \n“Learning how to sew scared me so bad\, but now I feel so confident\,” said Parvin Akter. “I understand the fabrics\, the difference between threads\, and learned how to work a sewing machine. I’m so happy and will start my own business.”  \n“I’m very happy and very fortunate that I got to participate in Stitch With SACSS\, make loving friends and learn from the kindest teachers\, Manjulaben and Rema. I’m also excited to start my new business\,” said Nagina Rehimi. \nLaunched in July 2023\, the SACSS Women’s Economic Independence Program\, Stitch With SACSS\, is a four-day 10-week program teaching immigrant women\, including those from South Asian and AAPI communities\, the necessary skills of sewing\, pattern making\, fabric cutting\, garment construction\, and alterations.  \nThe program is coordinated by Rema Venu and is taught by Manjulaben Darji\, who said:  \n“They started with cotton and doing simple stitches\, such as how to make a straight line and thread a needle in the sewing machine. They made drawstring bags\, a handbag\, aprons\, and learned how to sew on a pocket\, and the culmination of it was to stitch a blouse with lining — that was the finale. It was a long journey and there were several layers to it\,” Venu said. “I’m very proud of them. This is our first program and we had to see how to teach effectively\, and how all of the students were doing so we don’t leave anyone behind.”  \nWhile this is her first time teaching a class\, Darji said she is looking forward to welcoming the next ‘Stitch With SACSS’ cohort of students beginning Monday\, Oct. 2.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/stitch-with-sacss-graduation-ceremony/
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SUMMARY:VITALS MUSIC FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:SACCS invites everyone to celebrate National Wellness Month at VITALS\, an outdoor health and wellness music festival presented by The Dream Unfinished focused on advancing health and equity in communities of color. The festivities will take place on 8/19 from 11AM-3PM at Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning. \nThe Dream Unfinished is an Activist Orchestra whose mission is to use classical music to engage audiences in dialogues surrounding social justice. The Dream Unfinished is supported by New Music USA’s Organizational Development Fund in 2022-23\, the Mosaic Network and Fund in The New York Community Trust\, and the Howard Gilman Foundation.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/vitals-music-festival/
LOCATION:Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230615T143000
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SUMMARY:SACSS hosts Panel on Post Pandemic Realities: The Expanding Role of Community Based Organizations
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday June 15\, SACSS Executive Director Sudha Acharya was joined by Cure CEO Seema Kumar in a panel discussion titled “Post Pandemic Realities: The Expanding Role of Community Based Organizations (CBOs).” \nThroughout the pandemic and its aftermath\, vulnerable community members have had to rely heavily on CBOs such as SACSS for services and relief including to address loss of livelihoods\, food insecurity\,  critical health information\, and vaccination. The panel discussed the lasting impact of this shift and explored what the increased reliance on CBOs means for organizations like SACSS. \nThe panel was moderated by Impact Entrepreneur Kunal Sood who provided valuable insights into local responses to global challenges and how these impact vulnerable populations. Daniel Rosentien\, Senior Wealth Advisor of UBS hosted the Panel and held at UBS headquarters on 6th Ave in NYC.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-hosts-panel-on-post-pandemic-realities-the-expanding-role-of-community-based-organizations/
LOCATION:UBS 1285 6th Ave New York
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230313T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230313T110000
DTSTAMP:20230308T130923Z
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SUMMARY:Empowering Girls through Digital Education: Reaching All those Left Behind
DESCRIPTION:In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month\, SACSS is co-sponsoring a CSW 2023 Parallel Event on Empowering Girls through Digital Education titled “Reaching All Those Left Behind!” \nSACSS Executive Director and AIWC Principal Representative to the UN\, Sudha Acharya\, will be participating in this important event\, which will examine the troubling impact of the digital literacy gap on the empowerment and future prospects of girls. Panelists will also explore solutions for reaching the most vulnerable girls currently left behind by the Digital Divide. According to the UNGEI “A generation of girls risks being left outside the labor force or trapped in vulnerable or low-quality employment\, due to a lack of skills\, absence of quality jobs\, and gendered expectations of their roles as caregivers.” With digital education being a prerequisite for success in the workplace\, it will be critical to bridge the digital gender gap and ensure that all girls receive the training and skills they need to succeed. This webinar\, presented by All India Women’s Conference (AIWC)\, the NGO Committee on Human Rights\, NY\, the International Federation of Settlements and Neighborhood Centers (IFS) and South Asian Council for Social Services (SACSS) will examine the troubling impact of the digital literacy gap on the empowerment and future prospects of girls and explore solutions for reaching the most vulnerable girls who are currently being left behind. This is a virtual event open to anyone\, anywhere in the world. \nMonday\, March 13th \n9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Eastern  Daylight Time (New York) \nClick here to register\nRegistration link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k6lWrOxtRIWUPdgmu5dsJg \nTo Know more click here \n 
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/empowering-girls-through-digital-education-reaching-all-those-left-behind/
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion on South Asian American Community Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Registration link: https://bit.ly/SACOVIDTalk \n\nWebinar livestream link on APIAHF’s Facebook page: https://facebook.com/apiahf\n\nOn Wednesday\, August 24th\, 2022 (5pm-6pm ET)\, Sushmita Diyali\, Senior Manager of Health Services\, SACSS\, will be contributing to the panel discussion and conversation on South Asian American community experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic\, hosted by the NYU Center for the Study of Asian American Health (CSAAH). In this one hour discussion\, SACSS and sister organizations: the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF)\, the Coalition for Asian American Children + Families (CACF)\, the Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF) will not only converse about South Asian American community experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic but also conduct a deeper conversation about health care access.\nThe panel will be moderated by Medha Ghosh\, Health Policy Coordinator\, CACF  and will include panelists: \n\n\nSushmita Diyali\, Senior Manager of Health Services\, SACSS\n\n\nLan Doan\, Assistant Professor\, NYU CSAAH\n\n\nRhea Singh\, Healthcare Program Manager\, SALDEF\n\n\nLive interpretation will be available in Bangla\, Hindi\, Nepali\, Punjabi\, and Urdu. \n\nAudience Q&A will take place after panelists’ presentations. \n\nTo register for this virtual event\, please click here: https://bit.ly/SACOVIDTalk \n\nThe one-hour discussion will be livestreamed on APIAHF’s Facebook page: https://facebook.com/apiahf \n\nContact sacss@sacssny.org or covid@apiahf.org if you need more information or have questions or concerns regarding the event.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/panel-discussion-on-south-asian-american-community-experiences-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/
CATEGORIES:Covid-19,Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220824T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220824T120000
DTSTAMP:20220818T130434Z
CREATED:20220818T130150Z
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UID:8983-1661331600-1661342400@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS Community Center: Free Hepatitis B Testing Event
DESCRIPTION:SACSS is pleased to announce a FREE Testing Event for Hepatitis B (Hep B) at our #Flushing Community Center on Wednesday\, August 24th\, 2022. This Free HepB Testing Event is being conducted in partnership with The Korean Community Services of Metropolitan New York and the CheckHep B Patient Navigation Program in NYC.\n\n \nThe goal of this Hep B Testing Event is to link people who test positive for Hep B to Patient Navigators at CheckHepB so that they can get access to the following services at no cost:\n \n\n\nHep B health promotion\,\nReferrals to supportive services\,\nLinkages to Hep B medical care\,\nAccompaniment to or reminders for medical appointments\,\nAlcohol and drug counseling\,\nCase conferencing\,\nTreatment readiness and adherence support\, and\nMedication access support.\n\n\n\nWhy get tested?\nGetting tested can lead to early treatment that may help prevent a longer-term infection. It can also help determine if you are a carrier\, or detect a resolved infection\, and/or determine if immunity has developed due to vaccination!\n\nWho should test?\nThe CDC recommends that everyone who was born in countries with prevalence of HBV infection\, or who were born in the US but were not vaccinated as infants (and whose parents were born in regions with high rates of HBV infection)\, should get tested\, among others. See here for more about Who Should Get Tested: https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/hbv/hbvfaq.htm#:~:text=CDC%20recommends%20that%20the%20following\,prevalence%20of%20%E2%89%A58%25)\n\n \nFor more about this Free Testing Event\, email SACSS at: sacss@sacssny.org or call us: 718-791-2197\n\n \nFor more information about Check Hep B\, email: hep@health.nyc.gov or check this website: https://hepfree.nyc/check-hep-b-patient-navigation-program/\n\n \nTo find more about Hep B-related services in NYC\, visit: https://hepfree.nyc/site-locator/
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-community-center-free-hepatitis-b-testing-event/
LOCATION:SACSS Community Center\, 143-06 45th Ave\, Queens\, NY 11355
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220823T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220823T203000
DTSTAMP:20220823T062001Z
CREATED:20220823T061906Z
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UID:9024-1661270400-1661286600@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS at Queensborough President's Immigrant Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:SACSS is excited to join Queensborough President Donovan Richards Jr.’s Immigrant Resource Fair to help connect Queens residents to services you need – from information on free or low-cost healthcare\, legal consultations\, financial assistance\, job placement\, and more. The fair includes city agencies and local community organizations\, including SACSS. Come and check out the “Borough Hall on the Block” in action. \nPlease RSVP at https://bit.ly/3QK2W23.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-at-queensborough-presidents-immigrant-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Jamaica Performing Arts Center\, 153-10 Jamaica Avenue\, Jamaica\, NY
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220823T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220823T130000
DTSTAMP:20220817T172609Z
CREATED:20220817T172609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T172609Z
UID:8976-1661252400-1661259600@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS Senior Center: How to Manage Neck and Back Pain Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Is back or neck pain part of your daily life? If you’d like to learn about strategies to relieve and prevent back and neck pain\, join us at our Senior Center on Tuesday\, August 23rd at 11 AM. SACSS is partnering with experienced physical therapists at New York-Presbyterian Queens to bring our community valuable and reliable health information with a lecture on Managing Neck and Back Pain.\nThis lecture is part of our collaboration with the Community Health Initiatives team at New York- Presbyterian Queens. This session will be in English with simultaneous Hindi translation. All community members are welcome to this event\, and we invite you to spread the word to anyone who could benefit!
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-senior-center-how-to-manage-neck-and-back-pain-lecture/
LOCATION:SACSS Senior Center\, 143-06 45th Ave\, Queens\, NY 11355
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220730T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220730T150000
DTSTAMP:20220729T184131Z
CREATED:20220729T183927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T184131Z
UID:8561-1659182400-1659193200@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS At Council Member Lee’s Community HealthFair
DESCRIPTION:Do you need your blood pressure or blood sugar checked? Want to find out about free mental health resources? Or\, simply need a PCR/Rapid Covid test? All of this – and more! – will be on hand at Council Member Linda Lee’s Community HealthFair on Saturday\, July 30\, at Cunningham Park. \nSACSS will be there sharing our resources\, and speaking your language! Join us – get a health screening\, and enjoy the beautiful park\, all free\, all at once.  \nCunningham Park is a 358-acre park! So make sure to enter the park via the Union Turnpike and 196th Place parking lot entrance. Once in the parking lot\, the fair will be on the lawn to the left of the lot (when facing away from Union).
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-at-council-member-lees-community-healthfair/
LOCATION:Cunningham Park\, 196-10 Union Turnpike\, Queens\, NY\, Cunningham Park\, 196-10 Union Turnpike\, Queens\, NY\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Covid-19,Daily Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221005
DTSTAMP:20220708T171157Z
CREATED:20220708T171157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T171157Z
UID:8521-1658188800-1664927999@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS’ Computer Classes Begin July 19th!
DESCRIPTION:They’re back! SACSS Computer Classes begin on July 19! They will take place every Tuesday from 11am-1pm for 12 weeks. All are welcome to join us at SACSS community center in Flushing for these in-person classes. \nClass participants will learn practical computer skills like how to use e-mail\, browsing the internet\, typing\, basic Microsoft Office skills\, and more! These skills will help participants prepare for the job market\, connect with family and friends\, and become more comfortable with technology. If you are interested in joining our Computer Classes\, please email us sacss@sacssny.org or call us at 718-321-7929 to sign up or ask any questions.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-computer-classes-begin-july-19th/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTSTAMP:20220701T144458Z
CREATED:20220701T144458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T144458Z
UID:8510-1657497600-1661990399@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS Summer Youth Leadership Program
DESCRIPTION:SACSS Summer Youth Leadership Program – In Person This Year! \nJuly 11th – August 31st 2022  \nMondays and Wednesdays\, 3:00 – 4:30pm \n143-06 45th Avenue\, Flushing\, NY 11355  \nRSVP at Divyak@sacssny.org \nRegistration is now open for SACSS’ Summer Youth Leadership Program! This annual program\, which runs from July 11-August 31\, is now back IN PERSON for 2022\, at our community center in Flushing\, Queens. Youth\, ages 13-17\, are welcome to join us for a fun\, skill-building summer to improve communication\, creative writing\, community engagement\, and college readiness – among other topics.  \nAll participants receive certificates upon completion. Call SACSS at 718-321-7929\, or email Divyak@sacssny.org\, to register for this program\, or with any questions. Register before July 11th to secure your spot! Proof of vaccination is required for all participants.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-summer-youth-leadership-program/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220609T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220609T203000
DTSTAMP:20220620T162454Z
CREATED:20220620T083521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T162454Z
UID:8437-1654797600-1654806600@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS in-person foodie event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first in-person #Foodie #Chat event with none other than the amazing Barkha Cardoz (@bcardoz) and @chefchintan in conversation about #FoodYouWant.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/dag-event/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220519T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220519T180000
DTSTAMP:20220621T043906Z
CREATED:20220621T043906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T043906Z
UID:8456-1652983200-1652983200@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. is hosting an Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Celebration. SACSS will be there\, and we hope you can join us! RSVP to the AAPI Heritage Celebration here. \nWe’ll come together to celebrate AAPI individuals and organizations making an impact in Queens\, and enjoy performances that highlight the diversity of AAPI communities. SACSS looks forward to celebrating the contributions and achievements of AAPI communities in Queens this May\, AAPI Heritage Month\, and always.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/asian-american-pacific-islander-aapi-heritage-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220413T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220413T153000
DTSTAMP:20220621T044340Z
CREATED:20220621T044340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T044340Z
UID:8460-1649858400-1649863800@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:Minority Health Month
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 13\, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET for the first of a two-part series on the Study of Racial Disparities from the New York State Department of Health\, Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities Prevention (OMH-HDP) in celebration of #MinorityHealth Month. \nWe are so pleased that Rehan Mehmood\, our Director of Health Services\, will be presenting on the panel\, sharing SACSS’s research of the impact of the pandemic not only on community members’ health but the additional discrimination and violence they experience based on their race and ethnicity. \nThis research was supported by the Study of Racial Disparities (SORD) which funded four AAPI serving agencies – SACSS\, Arab-American Family Support Center\, Korean Community Services and Chinese-American Planning Council – that provide health and wellness programs to their communities. Community leaders from each of the organizations will share their experiences\, findings\, lessons learned\, and recommendations based on their study. \nTo register for this event\, please send your name and affiliation to OMHHDP@health.ny.gov.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/minority-health-month/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220405T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220405T170000
DTSTAMP:20220621T044209Z
CREATED:20220621T044209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T044209Z
UID:8458-1649152800-1649178000@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS awareness for National Public Health Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Diversity Plaza in Jackson Heights to raise awareness about public health in our community.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-awareness-for-national-public-health-week/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220321T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220321T100000
DTSTAMP:20220621T043717Z
CREATED:20220621T043717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T043717Z
UID:8450-1647849600-1647856800@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:Working Women Under Covid-19 Panel
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 66th NGO Commission on the Status of Women NGO CSW Forum 66\, SACSS is co-hosting a webinar titled Working Women under COVID 19: Unprecedented Challenges and Career Setbacks\, in partnership with the All India Women’s Conference and NGO Committee on Human Rights.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/working-women-under-covid-19-panel/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220302T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220302T130000
DTSTAMP:20220411T211018Z
CREATED:20220202T170626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T211018Z
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SUMMARY:Our Weekly Culturally Palatable Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:SACSS’ South Asian food pantry addresses food shortage and hunger in the community. We provide South Asian food items such as staples\, pulses\, and spices to those in need. Each clients can choose between two pre-made grocery bags with culturally appropriate foods.  Confidentiality is maintained during client registration and throughout the process. The office has easy access for seniors and clients with limited mobility. Other agencies are welcome to refer their clients to this program. Our goal is to reach the many individuals and families in the community who hold diverse religious beliefs\, speak different languages\, and need a variety of South Asian food\, thus ensure food security.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/food-pantry/
LOCATION:SACSS\, 143-06 45th Ave\, Flushing\, NY\, 11561\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daily Event,Food Pantry
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210928T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210928T123000
DTSTAMP:20220411T211025Z
CREATED:20211020T145347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T211025Z
UID:7461-1632823200-1632832200@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:SACSS Senior Meet and Greet
DESCRIPTION:Seniors over the age of 65 join us and meet others as we introduce ourselves after the pandemic! This is a great way for seniors who are homebound and isolated away from family to meet others and enjoy some fun activities. Lunch will be provided.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/sacss-senior-meet-and-greet/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event,Food Pantry
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210831T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210831T160000
DTSTAMP:20220411T211030Z
CREATED:20210824T172313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T211030Z
UID:7277-1630422000-1630425600@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Senior Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Virtual senior support groups provide seniors with an opportunity to interact with their peers\, share problems\, find solutions\, learn about community resources and strengthen their social network. Senior support groups are presently held in Hindi\, Urdu and Punjabi languages. We have been able to create a safe\, confidential and comfortable environment where our seniors share personal anecdotes\, stories of strife and resilience and have developed meaningful relationships.
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/virtual-senior-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event,Senior Services
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210826T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210826T163000
DTSTAMP:20220411T211036Z
CREATED:20210824T142635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T211036Z
UID:7262-1629991800-1629995400@www.sacssny.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Activities for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Culturally relevant recreational activity for seniors. To ensure seniors continue to be connected while they are isolating\, culturally relevant recreational activities help them connect with peers over shared interests. This helps them stay connected with friends and gives a break from their everyday routine. Activities include: Bollywood Trivia\, Antakshari \, Movie Discussions. \nFor more information contact – Adiba Chowdhury –  adiba@sacssny.org
URL:https://www.sacssny.org/event/bollywood-trivia-for-seniors/
CATEGORIES:Daily Event,Senior Services
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